Exposure to Air Pollution May Affect Children’s Cognitive Abilities
Early-life exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) is associated with a reduction in fundamental cognitive abilities.
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13 Reasons Why Associated With Increased Suicides Among Youths
In the first month after the release of the Netflix drama 13 Reasons Why in spring 2017, there was a 15% increase in suicides in the target audience, 10- to 19-year-olds.
Gap Between Male, Female Youth Suicide Rates Narrowing
An increase in the suicide rate among female youth has contributed to a reduction in the historically large gap in suicide rates between sexes.
Nonsuicidal Self-Injury Rate Increased in Sexual-Minority Youth
The prevalence of non-suicidal self-injury ranged from 38.04 to 52.97 percent for sexual-minority youth between 2005 and 2017.
Weight-Based Teasing Linked to Gain in BMI, Fat Mass for Youth
For youth with or at risk for overweight, weight-based teasing (WBT) is associated with a greater gain in body mass index (BMI) and fat mass.
Bullying Intervention May Improve Outcomes in High-Risk Adolescents
A cognitive behavioral therapy-based intervention was associated with reductions in conduct problems, suicidality, and emotional symptoms in high-risk adolescents.
Firearms Leading Cause of Death Among Young Adult Men
Firearm mortality in the United States, Mexico, Brazil, and Colombia is highest among young adult men, and is strongly associated with race, ethnicity, and low education levels.
Pupil Dilation Amplitude to Expressions May Predict CBT Response in Adolescent Social Anxiety
Larger pupil dilation amplitude to happy faces before cognitive behavioral therapy was related to worse treatment response.
Is Melatonin Beneficial for Pediatric Patients With Sleep Disorders?
A recently published systematic review investigated the benefits and risks of melatonin supplementation for pediatric patients with sleep disturbances.
Evidence-Based Treatment Improves Overall Adolescent Health Outcomes
Access to screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (SBIRT) can lead to improved substance use, mental health, and health outcomes in adolescents.
US Parents Worried About Children’s Communication Skills
One-quarter of parents with children younger than age 8 years are concerned about their child’s ability to communicate.
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