Tag: Adolescents / Teens
Exercise May Lower Risk of Suicide for Bullied Teens
Physical activity inversely related to sadness and suicidality in adolescents
Teen Obesity Linked to Changes in T-Lymphocyte Profile
Obesity linked to elevated absolute values of circulating CD3+ and CD4+ cells
Energy Drinks Plus Alcohol Tied to Brain Injury in Teens
Sports-related incidents remain the most common cause of recent traumatic brain injury
Rates of Alcohol, Tobacco Use Down Among U.S. Teens
But marijuana, heroin use up
USPSTF Recommends Depression Screening for Teens
Screening advised for those aged 12-18; insufficient evidence to weigh benefits for younger children
Many Teens With Chronic Illnesses Use Alcohol, Marijuana
Four out of 10 high school students with medical conditions used one or both in past year
Low Rates of HIV Testing in Gay and Bisexual Youth
Only one in five gay and bisexual males ages 14 to 18 had ever been tested for HIV
Good Moods Infectious Among Teens, Depression Is Not
Researchers say happy adolescents appear to help others avoid or recover from depression
E-Cig Use Linked to Combustible Tobacco Use in Teens
Increased likelihood of initiation of combustible tobacco product smoking among young teenagers
Exercise in Early Adolescence May Ward Off Diabetes Later On
Findings shows insulin resistance peaks in early adolescence, so exercise crucial during this period
