Child maltreatment leaves measurable biological scars on children’s DNA
Child maltreatment, which includes abuse and neglect, is one of the most serious public health concerns worldwide. These…
Who is really at risk of eating disorders? New UK study reveals overlooked groups
A major UK cohort study uncovers widespread eating disorder symptoms among diverse adolescents, exposing urgent gaps in recognition,…
Digital tools and chatbots can expand genetic counseling for young cancer survivors
A groundbreaking new study from the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology aims to test whether digital tools…
Practical period education boosts confidence and reduces stigma for adolescents
Practical information on managing periods can help better prepare adolescents for the changes taking place in their bodies…
Medical imaging radiation linked to small cancer risk in children
A recent study links exposure to radiation from medical imaging to a small-but-significant risk of blood cancers among…
Black adolescents in Canada face barriers to mental health care access
Black adolescents with mental distress are less likely to use mental health services than their White peers, and…
The lagged effects of parent–child relationship on internet addiction: parallel mediation of psychological need frustration and self-esteem | BMC Public Health
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New MRI correction method reveals brain structure differences in children with ADHD
Over five percent of children and adolescents are diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) globally. This condition is…
Identity development and adaptation in adolescents with genetic conditions: a qualitatively oriented mixed-methods study to develop strategies for optimizing clinical genetics services | Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases
Participant demographics Eighteen participants completed the PAS and IIQ surveys and participated in interviews. Table 1 lists participant…
Mitochondrial dysfunction in the blood-brain barrier may contribute to neuropsychiatric disease in 22qDS
In a new study led by the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet) and Children’s…
Pandemic left measurable changes in teen brains, hormones, and immunity
New research reveals how the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped teens’ stress biology, altering hormones, inflammation, and brain activity in…