Dogs Boost the Mental Health of Teens Via Shared Microbes
There is a large body of evidence suggesting that owning dogs is good for your physical and mental health. Living with a dog can actually help your children by reducing…
Why some social media sites are linked to risky sexual behavior in young teens
Credit: Towfiqu barbhuiya from Pexels If young teens use social media to learn about sexual health, it is better if they use sites like YouTube rather than ones like Snapchat,…
Teens are forming bonds with AI chatbots, raising concerns.
When her teen with autism suddenly became angry, depressed and violent, the mother searched his phone for answers. She found her son had been exchanging messages with chatbots on Character.AI,…
Muscle dysmorphia: Muscle-building supplements may put teens at risk for disorder, study finds
CNN — Protein shakes, pre-workout mixes and other supplements aren’t always just a part of a gym routine. In adolescents and young adults, they could be connected to a body…
Study explores why teens self-diagnose mental health conditions through TikTok content
New research delves into the psychological factors, including identity and belonging, that drive adolescents to self-diagnose mental health conditions after engaging with TikTok content, offering fresh perspectives on this growing…
New guidance for assessing muscle-building supplement use in teens and young adults
A commentary published in the Journal of Adolescent Health concludes that the use of muscle-building dietary supplements (muscle-building supplements) among adolescents and young adults, particularly boys and young men, is…