ADOLESCENTS

Mar 31 2026HEALTH

Teens and Dementia: What Young People Actually Know

A new survey took a close look at how much 11 to 18-year-olds in England understand about dementia. The research team wanted to see whether knowing about the condition differs across groups like gender, family income, or where someone lives. They also tried to figure out which experiences—like havin

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Mar 29 2026CRIME

Teen Internet Use and Risk of Online Abuse in Tanzania

In Tanzania, a large part of the population is young. Many teens now spend more time online than ever before. Researchers wanted to see how everyday habits affect the chance of being abused through images online. They used a survey that asked 1, 014 teens between 12 and 20 years old about the

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Mar 11 2026EDUCATION

Smartphones at School: How They Affect Teens’ Focus

The study looks at how teens use phones while in class and whether it changes the way they keep their minds on tasks. Researchers followed kids from 11 to 18 years old, watching what they did with their devices during lessons. They found that the more a student’s phone was used for non‑academic thin

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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

Kids, Screen Time and High Blood Pressure

Studies show that more than just being overweight can raise blood pressure in teens. Long hours spent on the internet or playing video games may be a hidden factor that contributes to this problem. Researchers wanted to find out how these digital habits affect the way blood pressure behaves througho

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Feb 28 2026SCIENCE

Idol Fever: What Drives Teens to Love Their Stars

The study looks at why young people in China become obsessed with pop idols. It follows a group of teenagers and adults as they start to admire singers, actors or dancers. Researchers noticed that the first step is curiosity. Seeing a new music video or a viral dance clip sparks interest, a

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Feb 24 2026HEALTH

Video Games, Screens, and the Rising Weight of Mexican Teens

Mexico faces a growing health challenge: more than 40 % of its teenagers are now overweight or obese, and the number has climbed from about 17. 6 % to 18. 1 % between 2020 and 2023. One major factor is the surge in screen time that began during the COVID‑19 lockdowns. Kids gained early and easier

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Jan 05 2026HEALTH

Why Some Kids in Uganda Struggle with HIV Treatment

In Masaka District, Uganda, many children and teens face challenges in managing their HIV. This is a big deal because it affects their health and well-being. The problem is not just about taking medicine. It's also about understanding the reasons behind it. First, let's talk about the basics. HIV i

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Jan 04 2026HEALTH

Understanding Health Knowledge Among Students in Surkhet, Nepal

In the heart of Nepal, there's a growing concern about how well students understand health information. A recent study focused on the health literacy of adolescents in Birendranagar Municipality, Surkhet. Health literacy is about how well people can find, understand, and use health information to ma

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Dec 31 2025HEALTH

Helping Teen Minds: A Look at School Support Programs in Developing Countries

Half of all mental health issues start before a person turns 14. That's a big deal, especially in countries where resources are limited. In places where money and support are tight, schools can play a huge role in keeping teens mentally healthy. But what kind of help is out there for these teens? An

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

How Too Much Screen Time Affects Teens' Brains

Teens today are always glued to their screens. Phones, tablets, computers—they're everywhere. These devices help with schoolwork and staying in touch, but too much screen time might be messing with how teens think. Working memory is like the brain's notepad. It helps us hold onto and process inform

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