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Sharon Heilbrunn
Contributor through June 2010
Recent Stories by Sharon Heilbrunn
Are Temper Tantrums Normal?
- June 3, 2010
- By Maureen Cavanaugh, Sharon Heilbrunn
Are temper tantrums a sign of trouble? Local experts discuss what causes temper tantrums, and when parents should be concerned.
Teens And Depression
- June 3, 2010
- By Maureen Cavanaugh, Sharon Heilbrunn
Is your teenager depressed or just moody? How can you tell? Local experts discuss the differences.
Homework: Too Much, Too Soon?
- June 2, 2010
- By Sharon Heilbrunn
Is homework beneficial for very young children?
Is Your Teenager Depressed?
- June 1, 2010
- By Sharon Heilbrunn
Is your teenager depressed or moody? San Diego-based psychologists discuss the differences between the two and offer suggestions for parents.
Should Parents Be Troubled By Tantrums?
- June 1, 2010
- By Sharon Heilbrunn
Are tantrums normal, or a sign of something more troubling?
Huntington's Disease
- May 18, 2010
- By Maureen Cavanaugh, Sharon Heilbrunn
Huntington's disease is a genetic disorder of the brain that affects 1 in 10,000 people. We speak to local experts about the devastating disease and the impact it has on people and families.
With Fitness, Parents Hold The Power
- May 13, 2010
- By Sharon Heilbrunn
Put down the candy and remote control, Mom and Dad. If you want to reduce the risk of raising an overweight child, it's time to clean the pantry of processed foods and start pedaling that bike.
Foster Youth: Beyond The Necessities
- May 5, 2010
- By Maureen Cavanaugh, Sharon Heilbrunn
May is National Foster Care month. We take a look at what foster kids need that isn't a necessity.
Local Connections To Fall Of Saigon
- April 30, 2010
- By Sharon Heilbrunn
Last week, we introduced you to Dzung Le, a Vietnamese refugee who was evacuated to the USS Midway during the Fall of Saigon. In 35 years, he has never returned to the ship. Today, Le meets with retired Commander Vern Jumper, who was air boss on the Midway, during Le's rescue.
Vietnamese Refugee And Navy Veteran Reunite On The USS Midway
- April 29, 2010
- By Sharon Heilbrunn
Vietnamese-American Dzung Le and USS Midway air boss Vern Jumper recall their bitter-sweet memories of the chaotic evacuation of people from Saigon as South Vietnam fell to North Vietnam 35 years ago.