Adolescents often sleep less than recommended and have substantially different sleep patterns on weekdays and weekends. Their ...

Teenagers who are unhappy with their bodies are more likely to develop symptoms of eating disorders and depression in early adulthood, according to a new study led by University College London (UCL) ...

Depression scores among girls during the pandemic rose dramatically. Using a standard scale that measures depressive symptoms ...

The value of neuromuscular training therefore goes beyond sport, and can influence teenagers’ physical and mental health. It ...

By staying observant, informed, and engaged, parents can support their children through every stage of growth, ensuring they ...

Zambia's Ministry of Health is reviewing the Minimum Package and Standards for Adolescent Health services, with support from the AUDA-NEPAD ...

Much has changed in how we understand and treat eating disorders. Some significant aspects have remained consistent or ...

A Virginia Tech study shows that ultra-processed foods may influence adolescents differently from slightly older young adults ...

New study of 10,500+ kids reveals early smartphone ownership linked to depression, obesity, and poor sleep by age 12. Earlier ...

New research suggests the human brain has five distinct ages, and it may not reach adulthood until a person's early 30s.

This is the backdrop against which my book, “The Anxious Generation,” was published in 2024. The book helped fuel the ...