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Pharos-Tribune, Logansport, Indiana, Monday, May 29,1995 (219) Ext 144 To Parents By LAURA MYERS Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON (AP) Many kids ages 10-13 are frightened about their lives and their futures, according to an advocacy group that says children view their parents as loving but inept when it comes to solving problems. "I'm scared of being killed," says 10-year-old Janelle. "I don't want to get raped, but that happens to everyone," says 11- year-old Barbara. Then there's David: "If 1 get kidnapped, I probably won't see my parents again." As a group, children ages 10 through 13 think they're more likely to die or be abused than to start smoking or drinking, according to a recently released study released. The survey by KidsPeace, an advocacy group for children and families in crisis, found that youngsters still look to parents for advice, but the study suggests that most parents are ill-equipped to deal with problems confronting children.

"Most parents want to be good parents, but they don't know where to turn when there's a crisis," KidsPeace spokesman Mark Stubis said at a Capitol Hill news conference. "The kids are really scared and confused out there." In releasing the survey that quot- some children, KidsPeace launched a program to train parents to help kids deal with fears and problems, and they named talk show host Gibbons as the national spokeswoman for the effort. The KidsPeace program includes a television and radio information campaign and "SafetyNet," an Internet computer service that offers advice "seven standards for effective parenting" and "15 ways to help your kids through crisis." "We stand at a turning point in Warns fine Appard Off All Tops, Blouses Shorts Short Sets Gifts Galore at See its for Great Gift Ideas for that Special Graduate! Visit us at 630 ISIhSt. (South off Matte, Sim Woeto to Snuu4 St.) Open Monday-Saturday 753-8133 HiflHra-i ErldalSfjIilriGlflCcrlL'iima Cffl SB B3 the history of children," said John executive officer of Bethlehem, KidsPeace. "We as a nation have the last best chance to help America's kids.

Parents have a last chance to help kids." According to the survey, 47 percent of children questioned reported bleak expectations for their lives, saying they would be unhappy in the future. At the same time, 93 percent of the children believe their parents really love them. And about two- thirds said they'd go to their parents for advice 72 percent about drugs, 63 percent about sex and 72 percent about alcohol. Mom beat out Dad 4-to-l as the source of advice, according to the telephone survey, conducted by Barna Research of Glendale, Calif. Barna Research polled 1,023 children at random nationwide this year.

The poll has a margin of error of plus or minus 3 percentage points. Some other survey findings: 65 percent think their parents might die. 57 percent fear doing poorly in school. 54 percent think they might get AIDS. 53 percent fear poverty.

51 percent feel they may die. 50 percent fear kidnapping. 47 percent think their parents might not "be available." 45 percent fear physical or sexual abuse. 43 percent fear bullies. 42 percent think they won't get married or have children.

percent think they may get involved in drugs. 40 percent worry they won't have close friends. 40 percent think they may start drinking alcohol. 38 percent fear their parents will divorce. 38 percent think they might start smoking cigarettes.

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Actor Helmut Berger is 51. Actor Anthony Geary is 47. Actress Annette Bening is 37. Actress Lisa Whelchel is 32. Thought for Today: "The first and great commandment is: Don't let them scare you." Elmer Davis, American news commentator (1890-1958).

Asthmatic Children Can Participate In Sports ByDB.DAf«lELZAPSaff TO Medical Center For AP Special Features Children and young adults with exercise- induced asthma have often been kept away from physical activity, but with proper care and treatment there is no reason most can't partici- in sports. Asthma is a chronic lung disease typified by airway inflammation, with episodic tightening of the airways, known as bronchospasms. Asthma attacks can be caused by a variety of factors within the environment, including dust and pollutants. In some cases, exercise may be the only trigger for an asthma attack, a condition known as exercise-induced asthma. Symptoms can include chest pain or tightness, cough, shortness of breath, wheezing and' endurance problems.

Proper treatment of this condition depends on communication among doctors, parents and athletes. Physicians, for example, should be informed immediately of a patient's symptoms. Those athletes who require treatment for exercise-induced asthma often find that inhaled beta-2 agonists, such as albuterol, are most effective. These medications are used 5 minutes to 15 minutes before exercise and may be repeated if necessary after two hours of intense exercise. Beta-2 agonists work by relaxing the muscle around the airway, which in turn decreases the spasm and eliminates symptoms.

1 Cromolyn sodium is generally used for treatment of chronic asthma, but it can also be used sporadically to prevent exercise-induced asthma. If cromolyn is being used for the prevention of exercise-induced asthma, it should be taken about 30 minutes before competition. Cromolyn can be used as a substitute for beta-2 agonists. In some people, however, both medications are required for the desired results. In some cases, symptoms of the condition peak within the first 15 minutes of exercise and will resolve themselves if athletes can continue to exercise.

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