A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine assessed the risk of new-onset psychosis among adolescents and young adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) initiated on various stimulant medications.
Analyzing personality characteristics and risk behaviors of youth who use synthetic cannabinoids may prevent addiction and adverse effects associated with drug use.
Preventive strategies to reduce cannabis use among youth are needed, as adolescent cannabis consumption is associated with increased risk for depression and suicidal behavior later in life.
A psychoeducational social support intervention involving youth-nominated caring adults, was associated with reduced mortality in suicidal adolescents.
