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Smoking Cigarettes Changes the Teenage Brain, New Study Finds
A new study finds gray matter differences in the teenage brain that may lead to early nicotine use and long-term addiction.
Popular Weight Loss Drug Helps Reverse Obesity in Teens, New Study Finds
Nearly half of teens with obesity no longer had the disease after taking once-weekly semaglutide (Wegovy) as part of an overall weight loss program, researchers say.
Can You Protect Your Kid's Mental Health by Limiting Social Media Use?
A new study finds college students are much happier and less lonely, anxious, and depressed when they limit their time on social media.
American Psychological Association Issues Its First Health Advisory on Social Media Use in Adolescence
Psychologists offer 10 recommendations to help train children on the safe and healthy use of social media
Too Much Screen Time Linked to Adolescent Brain Changes and Increased Depression and Anxiety in New Study
MRI scans show structural changes in the brains of adolescents who spend greater amounts of time on cell phones, video games. TVs and other screens. Researchers say these changes were associated with increased depression and anxiety.
Vaping Nicotine or THC Linked to Higher Anxiety in Teens
A new study finds teens and young adults who vape experience more symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Cutting Back on Social Media Significantly Boosts Teens’ Self-Image, Study Finds
Teenagers and young adults who cut their social media use by 50% felt much better about their appearance and weight, researchers say.
Teens Who Feel Happy and Loved Become Heart-Healthy Adults, New Study Finds
Teens who feel loved and are optimistic about their lives are more likely to have optimal heart health in their 20s and 30s.
Limiting Football Practice Intensity Helps Protect Young Brains, New Study Finds
More “air” play and less tackling helps lower concussion risk and limits cumulative brain damage, researchers say.
Teenage Girl’s Diet Impacts Risk of Period Pain, Study Finds ID
Teenage girls who eat foods high in omega-6 fatty acids, like meat and oil, often have worse menstrual pain, researchers say.
Speeding and Texting Dangerous Duo for Teen Drivers
Teen drivers are engaging in a variety of risky behaviors behind the wheel, including speeding while using a handheld cell phone, a new study finds.
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Kids' ER Visits for Mental Health Crises Rise When School Term Begins
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- September 22, 2023
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FRIDAY, Sept. 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- While the start of the school year can give kids and teens the chance to reconnect with friends and enjoy school sports and activities, it can also trigger stressors that send many to the emergency room for mental health woes...
Vaping Raises a Teen's Odds of Developing Asthma
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 22, 2023
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New research underscores the harms of e-cigarettes, showing that vaping increases the risk of asthma in teens who have never smoked cigarettes.
Although e-cigarettes have fewer toxins than regular cigarettes, they still contain a mixture of harmful chemicals and raise th...
FDA Must Crack Down on Retailers Selling Tobacco to Teens: Report
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 21, 2023
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A new government report finds that federal regulators need to do more to help in the battle to keep kids and teens off tobacco.
Among the report’s findings were that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration needs to get tough on retailers selling tobacco to youth and shou...
Should Kids Take Ozempic, Wegovy? The Idea Has Some Experts Worried
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 30, 2023
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Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are surging in popularity, but that doesn’t mean they’re good for everyone.
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RA) may be dangerous for children, warned researchers at University of California, Irvine.
Trea...
As Parents Drop Kids Off for Their Freshman Year at College, An Expert Offers Tips
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 26, 2023
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Tears may flow when parents drop their teen off at college. Watching kids leave the nest can tug at the heart and make parents a little anxious about what's to come.
That makes sense, but it’s natural that young adults will become more independent and develop autonomy ...
U.S. Kids’ HPV Vaccination Rate Has Stalled
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- August 24, 2023
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For the first time in a decade, the rate at which American adolescents received the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine has not increased, new data show.
Climate Change Is Stressing Out the Young, But Inspiring Some to Action
- Sarah D. Collins HealthDay Reporter
- August 23, 2023
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Young people have high levels of distress about climate change, and a new study argues that their anguish could be key to fighting it.
“People of all ages are being affected by the climate crisis. Young people in particular, though, will live through more of the unfold...
Social Media Is Parents' Top Concern as Kids Head Back to School: Poll
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 21, 2023
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When U.S. parents express their concerns about their school-aged children, social media use and the internet are at the top of the list.
Mental health issues are another top worry, according to the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National <...
The #1 Enemy of Good Sleep for School Kids: Screens
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 19, 2023
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Video games and social media are keeping school kids up at night, according to a new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).
But so, too, are more constructive pursuits, including homework and extracurricular activities, which can be a problem when it ...
Does Smoking Change the Teenage Brain?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 18, 2023
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Teens’ desire to start smoking, and later to keep smoking, may be linked to differences in gray matter in their brains, a new study reveals.
Researchers found that reduced gray matter in the left frontal lobe was found in kids who started smoking by age 14. This area ...
CBD Vapes Rising in Popularity Among Teens
- Sarah D. Collins HealthDay Reporter
- August 17, 2023
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Vaping CBD (cannabidiol) is on the rise among middle and high school students, according to a national U.S. survey, and health experts warn there can be serious risks involved.
More than 1 in 5 students who use electronic cigarettes said they had vaped CBD, a compon...
Vaping Can Hamper Breathing in the Young
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- August 16, 2023
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When teens vape, their lungs pay a price, researchers report.
The warning stems from a detailed analysis of smoking habit histories shared by just over 2,000 U.S. teens during a series of recent annual surveys.
The upshot: When compared with teens who’ve never va...
ERs Are Flooded With Kids in Mental Health Crisis, U.S. Doctors' Groups Warn
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 16, 2023
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America's emergency rooms are being flooded by children suffering from psychiatric emergencies like anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts or attempts, a new joint report from three leading medical associations warns.
This surge in pediatric mental health emergencies...
It's Back-to-School, and Who's Popular or Not Remains Key
- Sarah D. Collins HealthDay Reporter
- August 15, 2023
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“She's cheer captain and I'm on the bleachers,” Taylor Swift laments to her popular crush in the song “You Belong With Me.”
The lyrics of longing to fit in at school reflect an old trope re-confirmed by a
Help Kids Hit 'Reset' on Sleep as They Head Back to School
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 13, 2023
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Keeping to a consistent bedtime routine is the key to helping your kids get restful and refreshing sleep.
Fortunately, about 81% of parents with kids under 18 surveyed by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) say that's happening in their house.
The AASM of...
Police Often Fail to Enforce Laws on Underage Drinking: Study
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 8, 2023
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Underage drinking is an issue in many U.S. communities, but the number of law enforcement agencies using alcohol-related enforcement strategies has remained low or dropped in the past decade.
In a new study, researchers tracked law enforcement strategies for underage dr...
COVID Pandemic Might Have Pushed More Girls Into Early Puberty
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 3, 2023
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More girls started puberty before age 8 during the COVID-19 pandemic, a phenomenon called precocious puberty, researchers say.
The reasons include potential risk factors such as increased screen time and less exercise, according to a new study, published online Aug. 3 in...
Marijuana Use by Youth: After Legalization, Education Seems to Matter
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 3, 2023
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After their U.S. states legalize marijuana, young adults who aren't in college are more likely than college kids to use the drug and progress to cannabis use disorder, a new study finds.
Prior to legalization, 23% of non-college young adults reported using cannabis ...
Bullying Could Help Bring on Headaches for Teens
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 3, 2023
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So, your high schooler has been complaining of headaches. Should you worry?
Maybe, claims new research that finds bullying and suicidal thoughts are both linked to more frequent headaches in teens.
“Headaches are a common problem for teenagers, but our study look...
Your Teen & Social Media: Experts Offer Tips to Parents
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- July 31, 2023
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When parents meet U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, one concern comes up time after time.
"The most common question parents ask me is: 'Is social media safe for my kids,' "
Summer Jobs Give Kids More Than a Paycheck
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- July 29, 2023
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Summer jobs can give teens valuable life experience that help them transition to adulthood -- not just a paycheck, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Benefits of summer jobs include:
- Career exploration: Summer jobs and internship...
LeBron James' Son Suffers Cardiac Arrest During Basketball Practice, Now in Stable Condition
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- July 25, 2023
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The 18-year-old son of basketball superstar LeBron James suffered cardiac arrest during a workout Monday at the University of Southern California.
Bronny James, an incoming USC freshman, was l...
For Over 1 in 10 Young U.S. Adults, Vaping Is a Regular Habit
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 21, 2023
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About 11% of young adults in the United States now actively use electronic cigarettes, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says in a new report.
5 Ways Your Teen Can Prepare for Sports Season
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 21, 2023
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Competitive sports can be a lot of fun for kids and teens, but starting a new season requires some planning.
Nemours TeensHealth offers some suggestions for kids and teens who are taking up a new sport or beginning a new season.
- Start by getting i...
Racial Discrimination Raises Risk for Childhood Obesity
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 14, 2023
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Racial discrimination may drive health inequities from an early age, according to researchers who found that it puts kids at risk for obesity.
“Exposure to racial discrimination must be acknowledged as both a social determinant of obesity and a significant contributor ...
Study Delivers More Evidence of a Mental Health Crisis Among Teens, Particularly Girls
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- July 13, 2023
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Depression, suicidal thoughts and other mental health problems sent record numbers of American kids, especially girls, to emergency rooms during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Once there, many waited days or even weeks to be admitted to the hospital, a new study reports.
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Obesity, Overweight Shrinks Survival Rates Against Childhood Leukemia
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 12, 2023
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A growing obesity epidemic may affect the outcome of treatment for those dealing with cancer, according to a new study of adults and teens being treated for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).
Researchers called for further study of how weight affects the response to dif...
In Study, Almost Half of Obese Teens Were No Longer So After Taking Wegovy/Ozempic
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- July 10, 2023
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The drugs Wegovy and Ozempic are all the rage for weight loss these days, and now a new study shows these injections may be game-changers for obese teenagers, too.
This trial, funded by drug maker Novo Nordisk, found that nearly half of all adolescents on sema...
Depression Rates Rise for Minority Youth in States With Anti-LGBT Legislation
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 5, 2023
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Youth who are both LGBTQ+ and either Black or Hispanic and live in U.S. states that have discriminatory policies are more likely to have depression than their counterparts in states that are more affirming to gender and sexual identity, new research finds.
“This study...
More Teens Worldwide Are Underestimating Their Weight
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 3, 2023
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Fewer teens consider themselves overweight and more underestimate what they weigh, a perception concerning to experts worried about childhood obesity.
These trends could reduce the effectiveness of public health interventions meant to help young people lose weight, resea...
The Age at Which People Experience Gender Dysphoria Is Falling
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- June 27, 2023
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Growing numbers of young people are expressing a sense of a "mismatch" between the gender on their birth certificate and the one that they "feel" inside, particularly those assigned female at birth.
And the age when these people are seeking help and gender-affirming medi...
FDA Orders Stores to Stop Selling Elf Bar Disposable Vapes
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- June 23, 2023
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Thursday it has sent warning letters to 189 retailers, telling them to stop selling unauthorized tobacco products such as Elf Bar and Esco Bars.
Both brands are disposable e-cigarettes sold in flavors known to appeal to kids, in...
Vape Sales Soared in 2022, Especially Flavors Appealing to Youth
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- June 22, 2023
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Despite a federal ban that has removed many flavored vapes from the U.S. market, monthly e-cigarette sales jumped 47% in the first two years of the pandemic, a new government study shows.
"The surge in total e-cigarette sales during 2020-2022 was driven by non-tobacco fl...
Using 'Grey's Anatomy' to Warn Teens Away From Vaping
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- June 19, 2023
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Could popular TV medical dramas jump-start a discussion about vaping among teens and almost teens?
A recent experiment using clips from "Grey's Anatomy,” “New Amsterdam” and “Chicago Med” suggests the answer is yes. Watching the clips appeared to help kids open...
Sleep Troubles Tied to Suicidal Thoughts in Teens
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- June 19, 2023
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It is already known that getting enough sleep is vital to good health, but now new research suggests that having a sleep disorder is linked to suicidal thoughts in children, teens and young adults.
Treating these sleep issues could be an inroad to improving their mental ...
Rates for Suicides, Homicides Keep Rising for Young Americans
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- June 15, 2023
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Suicides and homicides among young Americans are steadily increasing, U.S. federal health officials reported Thursday.
Between 2007 and 2021, suicide rates among 10- to 24-year-olds soared 62% -- from 6.8 to 11 per 100,000, according to a new report from the U.S. Centers...
Stress that Farm Families Face Affects Parents, Kids Alike
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- June 14, 2023
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While the challenges of farm work are well noted, the stressors affect not just the mental health of adults, but also their teenage children, according to new research.
In results from the first year of a five-year study, researchers found that 60% of both adults and tee...
Teens Rarely Get Anti-Addiction Meds When Treated for Opioid Misuse
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- June 13, 2023
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The medication buprenorphine normalizes brain function in people addicted to opioids, but teens rarely receive it at U.S. treatment centers, a new study finds.
Only one in four adolescent residential treatment centers in the United States uses the medication to treat opi...
Nearly 15% of School-Age Children in U.S. Have Received Mental Health Treatment
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- June 13, 2023
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About one in every seven American kids aged 5 to 17 underwent some form of mental health treatment in 2021, the latest year for which statistics are available.
So finds a new report from...
Weight-Loss Surgery Could Bring Weaker Bones to Teens
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- June 13, 2023
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Weight-loss surgery can have a lot of benefits for obese teens and young adults.
But a new study finds a concerning side effect. Young people who had sleeve gastrectomy, the most common obesity surgery, also had weakened bones.
That doesn't mean they shouldn't get ...
Going to Bed a Little Earlier Greatly Increases Total Sleep Time for Teens
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- June 12, 2023
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Going to bed earlier is one way for teens to get the sleep they need, new research suggests.
That may be easier said than done, the researchers admitted. But their study shows that if you can get teens to go to bed earlier, they will increase their time asleep by 41 minu...
More U.S. Kids, Teens Are Getting Weight-Loss Surgeries
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- June 6, 2023
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As obesity rises among U.S. kids and teens, the number of weight-loss surgeries is growing, too.
Metabolic and bariatric surgeries among 10- to 19-year-olds rose by nearly 20% between 2020 and 2021, after climbing since 2016, a new study finds.
The jump is esp...
One Key to Good Sleep for Teens: No Social Media at Bedtime
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 30, 2023
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Teens need their sleep, and a new study sheds light on one way to help them get it: Keep cellphones and screens out of the bedroom.
“Getting enough sleep is crucial for teenagers because it helps their body and mind grow and develop properly,” said lead author
Local Sales Bans on Flavored Tobacco Products in California Cut Use
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 29, 2023
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Banning flavored tobacco products leads to fewer people using them, according to a new California study that found lower usage in areas that had a full ban.
Residents in areas with a comprehensive sales ban had 30% reduced odds of using flavored tobacco compared to those...
U.S. Surgeon General Warns That Social Media Can Harm Teens' Mental Health
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 23, 2023
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Social media presents a “profound risk” to young brains, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy warned on Tuesday.
Parents' Mistrust of HPV Vaccine May Be Growing
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- May 23, 2023
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It was a no-brainer for New York City mom Jen L. when a pediatrician suggested that she vaccinate her two sons against human papillomavirus (HPV).
“Before my kids were eligible for the vaccine, I had read up on it to learn about the vaccine and its positives in ge...
Many Parents Worry About Social Media's Impact on Kids' Body Image: Poll
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 23, 2023
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About 7 in 10 American parents are concerned that social media trends related to appearance and editing apps and filters are harming their children's body image, a new survey shows.
Among those polled, about 69% of parents expressed worry about these editing apps and fil...
Vaping Could Up Teens' Odds for Marijuana Use, Binge Drinking
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 18, 2023
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Teens who use electronic cigarettes are significantly more likely than non-vapers to binge-drink and use cannabis, new research finds.
Surveys of teens ages 13 to 18 revealed that vapers were 20 times more likely to use marijuana than teens who used no nicotine prod...
Almost All TikTok Videos About Vaping Promote It
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 16, 2023
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TikTok content overwhelmingly promotes vaping, putting young users at potential risk of e-cigarette use, according to researchers in Australia.
The popular social media platform's own policies on promoting e-cigarette use are often violated, their new study shows.
...
ER Visits by Teens in Mental Health Crisis Have Declined: CDC
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- May 11, 2023
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There's a glimmer of good news when it comes to the mental health of America's adolescents: Visits to U.S. emergency departments for psychiatric troubles declined among kids aged 12 to 17 by the fall of 2022, compared to a year prior.
Overall, mean weekly adolescent emer...