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acute medical conditions  Occasional illnesses that last a short time.
asthma  A chronic respiratory disease characterized by sudden attacks of coughing, wheezing, and difficulty in breathing.
body image  Descriptive and evaluative beliefs about one's appearance.
chronic medical conditions  Physical, developmental, behavioral, and/or emotional conditions that require special health services.
hypertension  High blood pressure.
rough-and-tumble play  Vigorous play involving wrestling, hitting, and chasing, often accompanied by laughing and screaming.
stuttering  Involuntary, frequent repetition or prolongation of sounds or syllables.







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