Tag: Adolescents / Teens
New Scale Helps Identify More Serious Cases of Mononucleosis
Scale identifies college students at increased risk for corticosteroid Rx, chronic fatigue syndrome
FDA Reports Cases of Seizures Among Young Vapers
Agency review revealed 35 reported cases of seizures following use of e-cigarettes since 2010
Policies Recommended to Reduce Sugary Drink Intake in Youth
Strategies aim to lower sugary beverage consumption among children and adolescents
Stricter Gun Laws Tied to Safer High Schools
Stricter gun laws tied to fewer student reports of being threatened/injured with a weapon at school
In Youth With ADHD, New-Onset Psychosis Up With Amphetamines
New-onset psychosis occurred in about one in 660 teens, young adults with ADHD receiving stimulants
2011 to 2015 Saw Increase in Psychiatric ED Visits for Youth
Largest increases in emergency department visits seen for teens, African-Americans, Hispanic patients
Multiple Layers of Protection Recommended to Prevent Drowning
Pediatricians should be aware of leading causes of drowning, should tailor prevention guidance
Mental Health Issues Have Risen in Teens, Young Adults
Rates of depressive episodes, serious psychological distress, suicide-related outcomes have increased
Extra Weight in Adolescence Tied to Later Risk for Renal Cancer
Among Swedish men, overweight or obesity during adolescence tied to higher risk for renal cell carcinoma
Teens’ Social Media Use Does Not Predict Later Depression
Rather, teen girls with more depression symptoms may use social media more
