Trump administration purges websites across federal health agencies
Research and basic information on subjects ranging from tuberculosis surveillance to adolescent health disappeared from federal health agency websites.
adolescent health
New Forsyth County program to support pre-teen boys' development and self-esteem
Motivating Males on the Move aims to be a safe space for boys ages 9 through 13 to learn about their development, body image and self-esteem, and masculinity.
Want to understand your adolescent? Get to know their brain
For parents of teenagers, adolescence can be challenging, but to a brain scientist it's a time of breathtaking development. And it's a "window of opportunity" on the way to becoming an adult.
Teen drug overdose deaths rose sharply in 2020, driven by fentanyl-laced pills
While adult overdoses surged in the last decades, teens hadn't seen the same kind of death rates. But now fatal overdoses nearly doubled in one year and continued to rise in 2021.
Research sheds light on what's killing young people, especially boys and young men
Globally, boys and young men made up two-thirds of all deaths among young people in 2019. A recent report finds that many such deaths in this "neglected" age group are preventable.
'I've Tried Everything': Pandemic Worsens Child Mental Health Crisis
When schools closed last spring, children with severe mental illnesses were cut off from the services they'd come to rely on. Many have since spiraled into emergency rooms and even police custody.
Teen Dating Violence Can Lead To Homicide — Girls Are The Most Common Victims
A study finds that about 7 percent of all teen homicides between 2003 and 2016 were committed by a romantic partner. The majority of victims were teen girls.
A Rise In Depression Among Teens And Young Adults Could Be Linked To Social Media Use
A new study shows a rise in depression and stress among young people parallels the growth in smartphone and social media use.
More Screen Time For Teens Linked To ADHD Symptoms
A new study finds that teens who engage in frequent texting, social media use and other online activities daily are more likely to develop symptoms of ADHD.
The Perils Of Pushing Kids Too Hard, And How Parents Can Learn To Back Off
Part of a parent's job is to help kids do their best, but pushing too hard can backfire. Research shows kids in high-achieving communities are at higher risk of anxiety, depression and substance use.