Growing Up Happy and Healthy

Type:
  Printable Tool
Presented by:
DMH + UCLA Prevention Center of Excellence
Developed by:
UCLA CARES Center and UCLA Health
Relevant categories:
Behavioral Health Birth to Five Family Engagement
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Overview

Reviewing information about development with caregivers can help them set appropriate expectations for their children as they grow and change. Share this tip sheet with caregivers to teach them about their child's development.

  Keywords: adolescent, child, development, early childhood, parenting
  Public link for sharing: https://learn.wellbeing4la.org/detail?id=1618&k=1590708738  
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