Font Size
A
A
A

Growth Failure in Children (cont.)

Support Groups and Counseling

Children with abnormal growth patterns may be self-conscious about their height, or they may be teased. Some children may benefit from evaluation and treatment by a mental-health professional.



Next: For More Information »

Printer-Friendly Format  |  Email to a Friend

Women's Health

Find out what women really need.

Are You Depressed? Take the Quiz


Read What Your Physician is Reading on eMedicine

Growth Failure »

Short stature may be the normal expression of genetic potential, in which case the growth rate is normal, or it may be the result of a condition that causes growth failure with a lower-than-normal growth rate.

Read More on eMedicine »

Medical Dictionary