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1 day ago

Parent and Step-Parent Conflicts Over Adolescents

Marrying when one or one's partner has children in adolescence is not for the faint of heart. Because the new household dynamics can be very challenging to manage, it's important to have realistic expectations ("Step relationships complicate family life") along with one's romantic feelings ("Our love for each other will help see us through"). What new complexity? The increasing mix of individual and lifestyle differences can be hard to tolerate on all sides: "I'm not used to living their way!"
Parenting
fromNatural Health News
3 weeks ago

Common sweeteners like aspartame and sucralose may trigger early puberty

The research found that teenagers consuming sucralose, glycyrrhizin, and added sugars had a significantly increased risk of early puberty, particularly in genetically predisposed individuals.
Alternative medicine
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Depression, anxiety and self-harm: the extreme consequences of teenage screen addiction

The World Health Organization study showed that 11% of minors believe their lives are significantly altered by devices, with 32% at risk of problematic usage.
Mental health
Digital life
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

Teens Are Turning To "AI Companions" For Advice & Flirting (But Don't Panic Yet)

A significant percentage of teens today regularly interact with AI companions, reflecting a shift in how youth engage with technology.
fromNatural Health News
1 month ago

Study: Kids exposed to FOREVER CHEMICALS while in the womb have elevated blood pressure as teens

Higher maternal PFAS levels correlate with elevated blood pressure in adolescents, indicating long-term cardiovascular risks.
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fromNature
3 months ago
Mental health

Audio long read: Do smartphones and social media really harm teens' mental health?

Mental health
fromChalkbeat
2 months ago

School refusal: Living with it was excruciating

Emotional distress and anxiety significantly contribute to school refusal, especially among adolescents, worsened post-COVID.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How to Get Teens Off Screens

Excessive social media use is linked to adverse mental health effects in teens.
Many parents view social media as detrimental to teenagers' mental health.
Interacting with animals and outdoor activities can alleviate teen stress and anxiety.
Mental health
fromNature
3 months ago

Audio long read: Do smartphones and social media really harm teens' mental health?

Increasing adolescent mental illness rates have sparked disagreement on the role of smartphones and social media.
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fromtime.com
2 months ago
Social media marketing

She Says Social-Media Algorithms Led to Her Eating Disorder. Now She's Suing TikTok and Instagram

Social media marketing
fromKqed
3 months ago

Is Social Media Making Children More Depressed? UCSF Research Suggests a Link | KQED

Increased social media usage among adolescents correlates with higher depressive symptoms, highlighting potential mental health risks.
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Social media marketing

She Says Social-Media Algorithms Led to Her Eating Disorder. Now She's Suing TikTok and Instagram

Social media marketing
fromKqed
3 months ago

Is Social Media Making Children More Depressed? UCSF Research Suggests a Link | KQED

Increased social media usage among adolescents correlates with higher depressive symptoms, highlighting potential mental health risks.
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Wellness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Improving Body Image in Adolescents With an Eating Disorder

Improving body image through a functionality-focused exercise can benefit adolescent girls with eating disorders.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Helping Teens Actively Take Charge of Eating Disorders

Eating disorders in adolescents can lead to serious health issues, but early treatment significantly enhances recovery chances.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Improving Body Image in Adolescents With an Eating Disorder

Improving body image through a functionality-focused exercise can benefit adolescent girls with eating disorders.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Helping Teens Actively Take Charge of Eating Disorders

Eating disorders in adolescents can lead to serious health issues, but early treatment significantly enhances recovery chances.
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fromFuturism
2 months ago

Doctors Concerned By Massive Uptick In Teens Taking Ozempic

Increasing prescriptions of Ozempic for teens raise concerns among doctors regarding potential long-term health effects and the need for integrated lifestyle changes.
Television
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Gabriel Byrne on Adolesence and how drama can help teens express their feelings: 'It opens up ideas in your head and that transforms you'

Drama has the power to transform lives, especially for today's struggling adolescents.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Social Anxiety in the Digital Age: What Parents Should Know

Social anxiety in teens, often misidentified as shyness or perfectionism, can seriously impact their development and well-being.
Digital pressures magnify social fears, making anxiety more common and harder to detect among adolescents.
Effective treatments like CBT and gradual exposure can prevent long-term challenges if social anxiety is addressed early.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Teen-Parent Clashes: What Your Teen May Not Understand

Improved family communication can enhance teenagers' cooperation, as preteens often misinterpret boundaries as arguments.
fromKqed
3 months ago

Kids Are Talking to AI Companion Chatbots. Stanford Researchers Say That's a Bad Idea | KQED

Researchers warn that companion chatbots, designed to engage and appease, may lead minors into harmful behavior, compromising their mental health during critical developmental years.
Artificial intelligence
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

5 Powerful Ways to Boost Teen Mental Health

Teens' mental health significantly benefits from strong connections with caregivers and peers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Teenagers who go to bed early and sleep longer have sharper brains, study finds

Researchers found that teenagers who sleep longer and go to bed earlier show sharper cognitive skills, outperforming peers in cognitive tests based on a study of over 3,000 adolescents.
Mental health
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