Teens : Science World Report

Sep 18, 2015 05:02 PM EDT

Painkillers: Opioid Use Higher Among Teens In Rural Areas

A study published in the Journal of Rural Health examines how teens in rural areas are abusing painkillers.

Sep 11, 2015 06:46 PM EDT

Social Media: Night-Time Use Increases Depression In Teens

Previous studies have shown too much time spent on social media can increase the risk of anxiety. Now, new findnigs published in the journal British Psychological Society Developmental and Social Psychology Section.

Aug 19, 2015 09:53 PM EDT

Happiness Is Contagious: More Friends Lowers Depression Risk, Study Shows

Fortunately, researchers have found that depression is not contagious. And what's even better is that, as the saying goes, happiness seems to be. Furthermore, happiness could potentially treat depression and even prevent it in certain cases.

Aug 13, 2015 10:00 AM EDT

Protein-Packed Breakfast May Help You Loose Weight

Want to lose weight? Then you may want to have a protein-packed breakfast. Researchers have found that the actual type of breakfast you consume plays a role in your health and weight management.

Aug 10, 2015 10:51 PM EDT

Teens With Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder Should Have Heart Monitoring

New findings published in the journal Circulation advise heart monitoring for depressed teenagers. The latest research suggests that heart and blood vessel disease is much higher among teens with major depression and/or bipolar disorder.

Aug 04, 2015 11:33 PM EDT

Marijuana And Depression: Teen Use Not Linked To Depression, Study Suggests

New findings published in the journal Psychology of Addictive Behaviors found that contradictory to previous studies, teen marijuana use is not linked to physical or mental health issues.

Aug 04, 2015 02:42 PM EDT

Exercise As A Teenager Decreases Risk Of Cancer In Middle-Age

Of course, exercise can lower your risk of numerous health problems, including weight gain and cardiovascular issues. But did you know that exercise as a teenager could also decrease your risk for cancer during middle-age?

Jul 23, 2015 11:16 AM EDT

'Bad Genes' May Cause Teens to Binge-Eat: DNA Determines Behaviors

"Bad genes" may actually lead to binge-eating. Scientists have found that binge-eating in teenagers may be linked to a gene variation.

Jul 20, 2015 05:36 PM EDT

Marijuana: Cannabis Use is Rising Among Teens While Other Substance Use Declines

It turns out that marijuana-use in teenagers is on the rise. Scientists have found out that while cigarette and alcohol use are stable or declining, more marijuana is being used.

Jun 10, 2015 08:22 PM EDT

Teens With Sleep Problems May Drink More, New Study Suggests

New findings published in the journal Sleep and presented Wednesday at the 29th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies LLC reveal that sleep problems as well as energy products may ultimately contribute to a teen's risk of drinking alcohol.

Jun 02, 2015 08:33 PM EDT

Reducing Alcohol Consumption Among Teens With Stronger Policies

New findings published in the journal Pediatrics reveal how high school students are less likely to consume alcohol in states with stronger alcohol policies.

May 21, 2015 11:04 PM EDT

Soy Protein Snacks Help Satisfy Teens During The Day

New findings published in the Journal of Nutrition reveal that afternoon snacks high in soy protein may help satisfy hunger and reduce the risk of future unhealthy habits in teens.