Tag: Adolescents / Teens
Neuropsychiatric Morbidity Up With Synthetic Cannabinoid Use in Teens
Coma and/or CNS depression, seizures more common with single-drug synthetic cannabinoid exposure
Male Students Affected More by Poor Diet in First Year of College
While poor diet, weight gain seen among both sexes, males show greater adverse changes
Core Components of Teen Mental Health Interventions ID’d
Interpersonal skills, emotional regulation, alcohol and drug education affect multiple outcomes
Suicide Rates Peaked for Teens, Young Adults in 2017
Rates of suicide increased among youth aged 15 to 24 years
Overall Cancer Survival Rates Up Among Adolescents, Young Adults
However, survival disparities still observed by stage, race/ethnicity, and socioeconomic status
Obesity During Teen Years Tied to Stiffening of Arteries
This adverse effect is further aggravated by an unfavorable metabolic profile
Marketing OK’d for Device to Help Reduce IBS Symptoms in Adolescents
IB-Stim helps to reduce abdominal pain in 11- to 18-year-olds with irritable bowel syndrome
Noncompliance Common in Teens Prescribed STI Treatment in ED
Prescriptions often go unfilled; hospital admission is the only factor associated with prescription filling
Weight-Based Teasing Linked to Gain in BMI, Fat Mass for Youth
Teasing in youth with or at risk for overweight associated with greater gain in BMI and fat mass
Teen Team Sports Participation Benefits Adult Mental Health
Team sports participation beneficial for individuals exposed to adverse childhood experiences
