Kids between 5 and 17 years old need to move around a lot. This is important for their health. Parents play a big role in this. They decide where and when kids can play outside. So, parents' views on their neighborhood matter a lot. If parents think their neighborhood is safe and has places for kids to play, their kids are more likely to be active. If they think ...
Sleep problems are common among teenagers. Physical movement is known to boost both physical and mental well-being. This is especially true for young people. It is important to understand how exercise affects sleep in teenagers. It is also important to look at how thoughts and feelings play a role in this connection. This is what a recent study set out to do. I...
Type 1 diabetes is a condition that many young people deal with. It can make life tougher for them. It can lead to social struggles and make them more likely to face bullying from their peers. A recent study looked into how bullying affects the self-worth of teens with type 1 diabetes. It also checked how mental toughness plays a role in this situation. The study inv...
Sleep issues can be a big deal for teens. They can lead to some pretty serious mental health problems. One big issue is something called psychotic-like experiences, or PLEs. These are things like hearing voices or seeing things that aren't there. It's important to understand how sleep problems can lead to these experiences. A recent study looked at how sleep issues ...
The writing abilities of young people who speak both English and French fluently were put under the microscope. These teens grew up in a place where both languages are widely used. They had plenty of chances to practice and use both languages in everyday life. This is a unique situation. Usually, one language is dominant. But in this case, both languages hold equal g...
Celiac disease is a condition that affects how the body handles gluten. It can cause serious health issues if not managed properly. Many people with celiac disease struggle to maintain a healthy lifestyle. This is especially true for young people. A recent study focused on how health promotion can make a difference for adolescents and young adults with celiac dis...
Adolescence is a tough time for everyone. But for teens who have gone through complex childhood trauma, it can be even harder. Complex childhood trauma, or CCT, is when a kid faces repeated and prolonged bad experiences. This can mess with their brain development, making it tougher for them to handle their emotions and make good decisions. One big worry is that these...
The landscape of physical fitness among youngsters in Qinghai Province has seen notable shifts between 2019 and 2023. A detailed study looked into the changes in physical activity and fitness levels among children and teenagers in this region. The research focused on a broad age range, from 6 to 22 years old, including students from primary, middle, and high schools....
Teenagers often get a bad rap for their behavior. But why do some teens turn to drugs and crime? A recent study in Sweden took a close look at this issue. It tried to find hidden groups of teens with similar problems. The goal was to understand what drives these teens to misuse substances and engage in delinquent behavior. First, let's talk about the big picture. Te...
In many developing nations, there's a significant problem. Young people, aged 10 to 24, are often not included in HIV research. This is a big deal because it makes it tough to figure out how to help them. These young adults and adolescents are often left in the dark when it comes to understanding and improving their health. The main issue? Getting informed consent f...