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New Study Reveals Shifts in Student Mental Health — and Surprising Gaps in Parent Perceptions
HealthDay speaks with Dr. Nicole Brady, CMO of United Healthcare, about the surprising results of their new Behavioral Health Report on college students and recent graduates.
Annual Mental Health Screenings Recommended for Children and Teens
With youth mental health at crisis levels, the American Academy of Pediatrics issued new guidelines recommending mental, developmental and behavioral health screenings beginning at 6 months of age and continuing annually.
Teenage Drivers Spend About 21% of Each Road Trip on the Phone
Researchers surveyed more than 1,100 teenage drivers and found cell phones are a big distraction behind the wheel – even though many are aware of the danger to themselves and others.
Childhood Obesity in the U.S. Continues to Rise
A new study finds obesity in kids 2 to 19 years of age increased significantly between 2011 and 2023, and the COVID-19 pandemic was not a main driver.
Nearly 90% of U.S. Teens Say They’ve Been Bullied Online
A new survey finds cyberbullying is widespread among U.S. teens and the attacks are causing post-traumatic symptoms, researchers warn.
Teen Use of Nicotine Pouches on the Rise
A new study finds more high schoolers are using nicotine pouches -- alone and in combination with e-cigarettes.
Depression and Anxiety Increasing Steadily in Kids and Teens, Study Warns
More than 1 in 10 children and adolescents now experience anxiety, about 1 in 22 suffer from depression, according to new research.
Severe Temperature Swings Impacting Teen Mental Health, Study Finds
A new study suggests adolescents exposed to intense, extreme temperatures may face an increased risk of behavioral problems and attention issues.
More Teens Are Using Protein Supplements to Boost Muscle Growth
A new poll from C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital finds a growing number of teens are using protein bars, shakes and powders for everything from muscle growth to weight loss.