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Texting program can double people's chance of quitting smoking
A new study by researchers at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine indicates that sending motivational and supportive text messages to smokers can drastically increase their abilities to quit their habit within six months. more...
About one-quarter of fatal car accidents involve drugs, alcohol
A recent study by researchers at Rutgers University shows that about one in every four fatal car crashes occurred when the driver was previously using drugs or alcohol. more...
Enrollment in a therapeutic boarding school can support dyslexic children
A recent study by researchers at the University of Cambridge found that children who have dyslexia have trouble sensing a rhythmic pattern while listening to music. more...
National survey reveals extent of teen drug, alcohol use
Researchers from the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University recently conducted a nationwide survey on teen drug and alcohol use. more...
Study shows link between Internet addiction and depression
As technology becomes more prevalent in society, many adults are worried that their teens cannot put down their smartphones or get off their computers. more...
Study shows that binge drinking may cause brain damage
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, binge drinking involves increasing one's blood alcohol concentration to 0.08 or above. more...
If talking does not help, therapeutic schools might reduce a marijuana addiction
Researchers from the University of Washington recently conducted a study that shows that if parents calmly talk to their children about smoking marijuana, they can decrease the likelihood that their youths will participate in drug use. more...
Tobacco companies increase advertising efforts near California high schools
A new study by researchers at the Standford School of Medicine indicates that tobacco companies are currently working to increase their advertising efforts for menthol cigarettes in stores near California high schools. more...
No self-control, peer influence can cause teens to commit cyber crimes
A new study by a criminologist at Michigan State University shows that teens who commit cyber crimes - such as computer hacking, online bullying, digital piracy and watching pornography - may be influenced to do so by their peers. more...
Cocaine may cause another negative side effect
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, cocaine use is linked to many negative side effects, such as strokes, seizures and heart attacks. more...
Therapeutic schools may help teens with heroin addictions
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), heroin is an opiate that is abused by injecting, snorting or smoking it. more...
Study shows drug use can lead to serious car accidents
Although many teens know that drinking alcohol before driving can lead to danger on the road, they may not be aware that using drugs can cause similar results. more...
Teens with Asperger's may struggle in public schools
According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, Asperger's syndrome is a type of developmental condition that falls under the category of autism spectrum disorder. more...
Anti-smoking campaigns that target adults also impact teens
The results from a recent study in the journal Addiction show that anti-smoking campaigns that target adult consumers can also deter teens from picking up the habit. more...
Study shows that informal daycare may reduce childhood cognitive development
A new study by researchers from various universities indicates that formal daycare may improve children's cognitive development more than informal daycare, such as staying at a family member's home. more...
U.S. adopts graphic cigarette warnings to deter smoking
In order to show more individuals the true dangers of smoking, cigarette makers will be required to put large, graphic warning labels on their packages by October 2012, The Wall Street Journal reports. more...
Even low blood-alcohol levels can lead to serious car accidents
Although many teens believe that it is safe to drive after having only one or two drinks, a new study by researchers from the University of California, San Diego shows that even low blood-alcohol levels can be dangerous for drivers. more...
The prevalence of IT jobs may be linked to increases in autistic children
Researchers from Cambridge University recently conducted a study that indicates that autism diagnoses are more common in areas where information technology (IT) is common. more...
Therapeutic schools may prevent future damage from gaming addictions
According to the Pew Research Center, about 97 percent of teens say they play console, Internet, computer or portable video games. more...
Postnatal depression in moms can cause similar symptoms in teens
Mothers who have prolonged postnatal depression may pass these symptoms down to their children, a new study shows. more...
Teen sex may lead to higher chance of getting a divorce in the future
Many individuals know that teens who are sexually active may face dangerous consequences. more...
Younger boys are more likely to vomit to loose weight, study suggests
While some adults believe that bulimia, or throwing up to lose weight, is only an issue with older teens, a new study shows that this might be an incorrect assumption. more...
Alcohol abuse may lead to altered brain activity
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, about 75 percent of teens have consumed alcohol before they graduate from high school. more...
Teens' sleep habits can influence their GPAs
A recent study by faculty from various American universities shows that students who are struggling in school may simply need to get more sleep. more...
Therapeutic schools may assist teens who have ADHD
Researchers from the Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience, National Center University in Taiwan recently found that a mild form of brain stimulation may be able to assist with impulse control. more...
New tool may reveal risk of teen violence and aggression
Researchers at the Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center recently created a questionnaire that can measure the likelihood of aggression and violent behavior for teens. more...
Teens who watch too much TV may be at a higher risk for health problems
Many teens enjoy coming home from school and watching television for the rest of the night. However, a new study from the Harvard School of Public Health shows that this may not be the best thing for their health. more...
Therapeutic schools can prevent preteens from becoming smokers
A new study suggests that if parents believe their teens are around cigarettes on a regular basis, they may want to enroll them in therapeutic schools. more...
Television show influences teen pregnancy
Since MTV's television series 16 and Pregnant aired in 2009, professionals have wondered whether it would actually deter teens from getting pregnant. more...
Study highlights importance of childhood education
In order to see how important early childhood education is, researchers from the University of Minnesota and the Human Capital Research Collaborative recently conducted a study. more...
Study shows altered brain chemistry in people who smoke marijuana
Many individuals know that smoking marijuana can lead to mood changes, diminished interest in certain subjects and a change in appetite. more...
Adults should monitor summertime parties
When school is out and summer begins, many parents know that it can be a fun time for their children to party. more...
Sierra Vista addresses teen dating violence issue
Members of Arizona's Sierra Vista Unified School District Governing Board recognized the prevalence of teen dating violence by creating a program that will address the issue, according to The Herald. more...
Girls with ADHD have higher change of developing drug, alcohol problems
Researchers from the University of Jyvaskyla and the University of Helsinki recently conducted a study that indicates that girls who have attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder may be more likely to have substance abuse programs. more...
Teen pregnancy costs taxpayers billions
According to the most recent data by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 400,000 teens get pregnant in the U.S. every year. more...
Schools for troubled youths can help teens with anger management issues
The Mayo Clinic reports that teens who have anger management issues have many options when it comes to controlling their anger. more...
Fathers greatly influence their children's food choices
Most parents know that they are constantly setting an example for their children. However, a new study by Texas AgriLife shows that fathers may carry more weight in influencing their youths, at least when it comes to their eating habits. more...
The effects of child abuse last a lifetime for victims
Many people are aware that child abuse can greatly affect a youth during childhood. Maltreatment and neglect can lead to trust issues, depression and low self-esteem in teenagers. more...
Schools for troubled youths may prevent future violence
Police officials from Bakerfield, California recently announced that they arrested a 15-year-old and a 17-year old for trying to bury three puppies alive, KGET reports. more...
Study shows changes in gray matter in brains of violent men
A new study published in Archives of General Psychiatry shows that men who have histories of violence tend to have more gray matter volume in certain areas of the brain. more...
Childhood bullies are more likely to commit acts of violence against partners
A recent study in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine shows that boys who bully others during childhood are more likely to abuse their partners during adulthood. more...
Relaxing video games can have positive effects on teens
Past research indicates that children who play violent video games may be more aggressive than youths who do not. more...
Therapeutic schools can give extra support to children with Asperger's
Michigan's Cody Fisher often has a hard time understanding how to react in social situations, The Allegan County News reports. more...
Even young children can be depressed
While many people believe that only teens and adults can be depressed, Joan Luby, director of the early emotional development program at Washington University, says that even preschool children can be depressed. more...
Teens arrested for posting fight on Facebook
According to the most recent Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance report, about one-third of teens said that they had been in at least one physical fight during the year before the survey. more...
Study finds link between daytime tiredness and bullying
Researchers from the University of Michigan Medical School recently conducted a study that shows that youths who bully tend to be more tired during the day. more...
Few California teens get enough physical education
A recent study by the University of California, Los Angeles, shows that about 1.3 million teens in the state, or one-third of all youths who are enrolled in public schools, do not participate in their required physical education classes. more...
Teens arrested for injecting bath salts
A North Carolina teen and two other individuals are facing charges after authorities from the Iredell County Sheriff's Office caught them injecting a drug known as bath salts into their arms, WBTV reports. more...
A troubled youth boarding school can assist teens with alcoholism
Researchers from Scripps Research Institute recently performed tests that indicate that there is a biological mechanism that comes into play when individuals develop a dependency on alcohol. more...

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