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…
The new 5-minute screening tool for endometriosis detection
A simple 5-minute test addressing major endometriosis diagnostic delays and treatment has been developed by University of Queensland…
Helping Parents May Protect Children From Obesity
In recent years, rates of childhood obesity have been rising, with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control estimating…
Teen cannabis use trends mirror established alcohol consumption patterns
A new study published in the journal Addiction shows that cannabis use among Swedish adolescents appears to follow…
Cannabis use in adolescence associated with higher rates of psychiatric disorders
Adolescents who use cannabis could face a significantly higher risk of developing serious psychiatric disorders by young adulthood,…