Rural and urban children face distinct mental health challenges
A study in Pediatric Investigation found that rural and urban children and adolescents tend to experience different mental…
Academic stress weakens mental resilience and triggers a reliance on gaming
China’s highly competitive education system is known for its strict evaluation, rigorous intensity, and academic pressure. A recent…
Two new TB vaccines show safety but limited protection
Two new vaccines to prevent tuberculosis (TB) are safe for use in adults and children, but they do…
American Heart Association’s 9 diet rules to lower heart disease risk
From childhood to adulthood, the AHA’s latest guidance shows how consistent, real-world food choices, not fad diets or…
Children’s screen use surged significantly during and after pandemic
First systematic review to track long-term trends across pre- and post-pandemic periods finds dramatic rise in screen use…
Analyzing the disparity between youth and adult HPV uptake
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection worldwide and can cause various types of cancer.…
Leaving home may worsen diet quality in young adults, Australian study finds
Moving out of the parental home may do more than change where young adults live; it may also…
How parents shape kids’ fruit and vegetable habits
From what’s on the plate to how it’s served, this new research reveals how everyday parenting choices can…
Replacing sedentary time improves insulin resistance in adolescents
Adolescents who replaced just half an hour of sedentary behaviors, such as sitting on the couch or spending…
Hydration programs found insufficient to reduce kidney stone recurrence
Kidney stones can cause some of the most intense pain people ever experience, affecting daily life and leading…
Your Teen’s Anxiety Might Be Linked to What They Drink
Teens who reach for soda and other sugary drinks may also be signing up for a higher…
Study finds treatment gap for young ADHD patients with substance use disorders
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder, affecting 12%–13% of adolescents in the United States, according to some…