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Gender stereotypes in movies and on TV shows are more than persistent; they're teaching kids what the culture expects of boys and girls.

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For kids with special needs, video games can offer opportunities to practice everything from communication skills to organization.

Every parent wants to raise a kid with a conscience — someone who'll do the right thing even when no one is watching.

From selfies to shout-outs, girls are using social media both to build up and break down their self-image.

More and more young people are embracing this idea and identifying as gender-fluid, and there are a handful of apps and games to reflect their experiences.