You like to have a few drinks every night when you come home from work... that's no big deal, right?

American teens are stressed and depressed... perhaps even more so than adults.

With a number of meningitis outbreaks hitting college campuses across the nation, how can you ensure your kids are safe?

Worried about the safety of vaccines? Learn why immunizations for your children are so essential.

As a nation we have made progress in reducing tobacco use among youth; however, far too many young people are still getting hooked.

A gun in the home is 43 times more likely to be used to kill a friend or family member than a burglar or other criminal.

It's difficult to think about your kids' summer camp choices in the midst of all this cold. But being proactive can give them the best experience possible.

Sporting events such as snowboarding and skiing were once considered "extreme." But slope-style events have now become mainstream. How can you protect yourself from injury?

Do you know how to express love to your children? It can make them more confident and loving adults.

How do you find a good babysitter? Or, does your teen want to start babysitting?

Are gay and bisexual youth more likely to use steroids? Are your teens using steroids? It could affect their long term health.

Is your child on prescription drugs for depression? Are you aware of all the potential benefits and/or side effects?

Has your teen tried smoking from a hookah pipe? It's often thought to be less dangerous than cigarettes, but that may be a myth.

Learn why loving your body is the most crucial element in your overall health.

You're back! Glad to know I didn't scare you away with Part 1 of my turmoil and trouble with ED. And if you're joining me for the first time, ED = Eating Disorder, not Erectile Dysfunction... I'll save that topic for the experts (see Part 1 of the blog here).

When I last left you, I was talking about all the ways an eating disorder can envelop you, taking you to the deepest, darkest places of your soul. It's a sickness – and it really IS a sickness, mentally and physically – that seeps into every pore of your being. It becomes the absolute most important thing in your life and does not care who (or what) is sacrificed in the process whether it's friends or family members... or husbands, marriages.

A positive? You get really good at math. In the good old days of my eating disorder, I was constantly calculating calories consumed vs. calories burned in my mind, figuring out just how many hours of exercise I would need to burn off that apple I had for dinner. To be honest, I still do this to some extent; I'm just eating a more "acceptable" amount of food.

An eating disorder never gives you a rest. It consumes every second, every minute of your day, from the moment you wake until you fall asleep. I even dream about it.

Is too much stress from school taking a physical toll on your teenager?

I was going to wait until "Eating Disorder Awareness Month" came around to write this blog, but the truth is we should be "aware" of eating disorders every single day.

If you've never been affected by an eating disorder, or you have never known anyone with an eating disorder, you may be thinking, "So what? What do I care? There's a whole month devoted to people who want to be skinny???" For those of us who DO suffer, most of us would probably answer: we honestly hope you don't care.

Contrary to some beliefs, eating disorders – and the physical symptoms that often follow – are NOT always a way to garner attention. In fact, many people suffering from an eating disorder would rather you just leave them and their eating habits (or in some cases, non-eating habits) alone.

My family and some of my friends (the ones I trust) have come to accept this about me. They know I will not be partaking in family or holiday dinners. I will gladly invite people out to eat, but I will not eat with them. My mom has learned to simply not set a plate for me. I'm not offended; I actually love this about her. My husband knows I will never join him in ordering at dinner. He "eats for two," as I often explain it. And I love him for it as well. The servers at our favorite restaurant know that I may take something to-go, but I will never eat in the confines of the establishment.

Weird? Yes. But bear with me a bit.

Molly or MDMA, also known as ecstasy, is a very dangerous drug that your teen may be more familiar with than you know.

Is your teen using drugs or trying your prescription medications? One study shows they  just might be.

Nanoparticles, infrared light and melting tumors – a simple science project for 17-year-old Angela Zhang.

If your kid is complaining about school, should you get involved? Or just "wait and watch"?

The drive to be thin can start very young. Don't let your child become a disordered eating statistic.

Depression, anxiety and even suicide are dangers that can threaten children and teens. Might your child be at risk?

How do you teach your children to be grateful for the things they have?

Disciplining a teenager can be infuriating at times. However, you and your teen can both benefit from fair, consistent boundaries.

Is the healthy food you put in your kid's lunchbox coming home uneaten? Learn how to pack foods they will love and not want to trade away.

Is your pre-teen starting to want to control his or her own medications?

Do your kids constantly fight with each other? Learn how you can keep the calm in your house by encouraging sibling bonds.

Could your family's media use be damaging to their health? Get them back on track with a media use plan.

From TV to smart phones, "24/7 media exposure" dominates the lives of U.S. children and families. What can you do to change the trend?

As a parent, what can you do to ensure a healthy start to the day for your child?

Having a party for your teen and want to be the "cool " parent? Don't sacrifice safety to get in your kid's good graces.

Parenting college aged kids has its own special set of guidelines. Medical care on campus is definitely a part of that.

Parenting college aged kids is not easy. As they enter adulthood, it can be rewarding and challenging at the same time.

Does your child hate school? What can you do to turn that attitude around?

Many brand endorsements by athletes are for sports beverages, soft drinks and fast food. What message does this send?

Your teen might be looking for ways to get high you hadn't even thought of... and one might just be in your medicine cabinet.

In a day when young kids think they're "fat," you know there is a problem at hand. What can you do to change the pattern?

Do you feel like you're always running from ballet lessons, to violin lessons, to soccer practice? Maybe your kids are over-scheduled.

Bullying Happens. Is your child being bullied? Or are they the bully?

The CDC estimates more than one-third of children and adolescents are considered overweight or obese. Is your child one of them?

ER doctors treat over one million sports injuries a year in young athletes. Learn how to best protect your child.

Concussions are an issue in sports... not only for the NFL and other professional teams, but also for your young athlete.

The James Worthy Foundation is on a mission to help a "Nutritionally Insecure" American population – at-risk youth.

E-cigarettes promise a safe and effective alternative to the real ones. But what potential dangers do they hold for you? Or, for your kids?

Each year the flu vaccine brings questions and concerns. Learn the newest and most up-to-date information on this year's vaccine.

Every year in the U.S. 14 million people become infected with HPV, leading to 26,000 HPV-related cancers.

Notebooks and pens aren't the only things your kids need before they head off to school. Learn which health-related items are required as well.

The school year brings all sorts of colds, ailments and even lice. So, when do you give in and keep your kid home from school?

The transition from summer days to school days is much harder on the kids than it is on YOU. So how can you ease their pain?