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Information to help prepare you and your child for the process of growing up and becoming an adult

Transition

The process of growing up and becoming independent is sometimes called "transition." The term refers to the transition from adolescence to adulthood.
When Your Child is Younger

Tips on helping a younger child be more independent about his or her health.
When Your Child Becomes a Teenager

Tips on encouraging a teenager to take more responsibility for his or her health.
For Teens: Keeping Track of My Own Health Care

Have your teen fill out this checklist. It asks about important tasks that your teen should do to help keep track of his or her health care.
As Your Teen Becomes an Adult

Tips on making the transition to adult health care.
Teen Tips: Communicating with Health Care Providers

Tips for teenagers and young adults about talking with health care providers.