Peer Victimization, Suicidality Linked to Recurrent Headaches in Teens
THURSDAY, Aug. 3, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Peer victimization and suicidality may be associated with higher headache frequency in adolescents with recurrent headaches, according to a study published online Aug. 2 in Neurology.Christelle Nilles, M.D., …
Learn MoreCOVID Pandemic Might Have Pushed More Girls Into Early Puberty
THURSDAY, Aug. 3, 2023 (HealthDay News) — More girls started puberty before age 8 during the COVID-19 pandemic, a phenomenon called precocious puberty, researchers say.The reasons include potential risk factors such as increased screen time and less …
Learn MoreMarijuana Use by Youth: After Legalization, Education Seems to Matter
THURSDAY, Aug. 3, 2023 (HealthDay News) — After their U.S. states legalize marijuana, young adults who aren’t in college are more likely than college kids to use the drug and progress to cannabis use disorder, a new study finds.Prior to legalization,…
Learn MoreBullying Could Help Bring on Headaches for Teens
THURSDAY, Aug. 3, 2023 (HealthDay News) — So, your high schooler has been complaining of headaches. Should you worry?Maybe, claims new research that finds bullying and suicidal thoughts are both linked to more frequent headaches in teens.“Headaches a…
Learn MoreSu hijo adolescente y las redes sociales: los expertos ofrecen consejos para los padres
LUNES, 31 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Cuando los padres se reúnen con el Cirujano General de EE. UU., el Dr. Vivek Murthy, plantean una preocupación una y otra vez. “La pregunta más común que los padres me hacen es si las redes sociales son s…
Learn MoreYour Teen & Social Media: Experts Offer Tips to Parents
MONDAY, July 31, 2023 (HealthDay News) — When parents meet U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, one concern comes up time after time.”The most common question parents ask me is: ‘Is social media safe for my kids,’ ” Murthy said. “The answer is that…
Learn MoreSummer Jobs Give Kids More Than a Paycheck
SATURDAY, July 29, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Summer jobs can give teens valuable life experience that help them transition to adulthood — not just a paycheck, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.Benefits of summer jobs include:Career explo…
Learn MoreEl hijo de LeBron James sufre un paro cardiaco durante un entrenamiento de básquetbol, y ya está estable
MARTES, 25 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — El hijo de 18 años de la superestrella de básquetbol LeBron James sufrió un paro cardiaco durante un entrenamiento el lunes, en la Universidad del Sur de California (USC).Bronny James, un nuevo estudiant…
Learn MoreGlobally, Higher Daily Consumption of Soft Drinks Tied to Obesity Risk in Teens
TUESDAY, July 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) — The prevalence of daily consumption of soft drinks is associated with the prevalence of overweight and obesity among adolescent students globally, according to a study published online July 24 in JAMA Network…
Learn MoreLeBron James’ Son Suffers Cardiac Arrest During Basketball Practice, Now in Stable Condition
TUESDAY, July 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) — The 18-year-old son of basketball superstar LeBron James suffered cardiac arrest during a workout Monday at the University of Southern California.Bronny James, an incoming USC freshman, was listed in stable c…
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