5 Key Facts on Adolescent Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
In a landmark case earlier this year, K.G.M. v. Meta Platforms, Inc. et al., a jury held major…
Brain scans reveal 3 ADHD subtypes, including a more extreme form
A study published in JAMA Psychiatry this year analysing 1154 brain scans of children and adolescents offers fresh…
Baby teeth show when metal exposure may affect brain development
A child’s earliest exposures may leave lasting biological signatures. This study shows how tiny layers in baby teeth…
Teen cannabis use alters brain development and raises addiction risk
A sweeping review of over 8,000 participants reveals how cannabis use during the teenage years may reshape the…
Study finds season of entry impacts childhood obesity outcomes
Childhood obesity remains a major health challenge, and effective interventions often depend on more than nutritional advice or…
Type 1 diabetes preserves fitness but alters oxygen use in teens
Even when fitness looks normal, hidden changes in oxygen use and microvascular function may already be emerging in…
Long COVID in children doubles risk of poor grades
Children with long-COVID are falling behind in school and struggling socially, with new research revealing how the condition…
Blood protein levels shift significantly from childhood through early adulthood
Blood protein levels change markedly already during childhood and adolescence, and differences between girls and boys become increasingly…
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…