#TeenHealth

Lotus Behavioral Health

@lotushealingc.bsky.social

5 days ago

High-THC cannabis puts teens at risk for CHS, anxiety, and long-term health effects. Lotus Behavioral Health and Nemours support teens with treatment and recovery.
#CHS #TeenHealth #CannabisAwareness

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Pure Science

@purescience.news

2 weeks ago

The mental health gap between teen boys and girls is growing in progressive nations A new study analyzing two decades of international data reveals that the mental health gap between teen boys and girls has expanded faster in countries with high gender equality. Rising academic pressure on young women partly explains the divide.

The mental health gap between teen boys and girls is growing in progressive nations #Science #HealthandMedicine #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #TeenHealth #GenderDisparities

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Lotus Behavioral Health

@lotushealingc.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

ADHD Medication Misuse: Teen Warning Signs ADHD Medication Misuse in teens can cause serious risks. Learn warning signs, causes, and how parents can prevent stimulant abuse early.

ADHD meds help many teens thrive—but misuse can carry serious risks. Learn the signs, reasons, and how parents can prevent stimulant misuse early.

#ADHDAwareness #ParentTips #TeenHealth

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Pure Science

@purescience.news

2 weeks ago

A parent's mental health is linked to their teenager's screen time and exercise habits Research following nearly 6,000 parent-adolescent pairs over three years found that strong parental mental well-being is tied to higher physical activity and lower digital media use in teens, highlighting the family dynamics behind healthy youth behaviors.

A parent’s mental health is linked to their teenager’s screen time and exercise habits #Science #HealthandMedicine #MentalHealth #TeenHealth #ScreenTime

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Dariusz Więckiewicz

@dariusz.wieckiewicz.org

2 weeks ago

Can Teenagers Make Their Own Medical Decisions? Gillick Competence Explained YouTube video by My Notebook Overview

Letting go is the hardest part of parenting. But when it comes to medical decisions, when does your teenager actually get the final say in the UK? 🏥⚖️

Watch our simple video explainer here to learn more: youtu.be/_JMrpDyB5ws

#ParentingTips #TeenHealth #GillickCompetence #UKLaw

Pure Science

@purescience.news

3 weeks ago

Popular AI chatbots generate unsafe diet plans for teenagers When researchers asked five artificial intelligence programs to create weight management meals for adolescents, the software severely underestimated basic calorie needs. The digital plans also failed to provide the proper balance of carbohydrates and fats.

Popular AI chatbots generate unsafe diet plans for teenagers #Science #HealthandMedicine #Nutrition #AIChatbots #DietSafety #TeenHealth

www.psypost.org/popular-ai-chatbots-gene...

HealthDay

@healthday.bsky.social

3 weeks ago

Early Exposure to “Forever Chemicals” May Affect Teen Bone Health YouTube video by HealthDay

A new study suggests exposure to PFAS “forever chemicals” early in life may affect bone development during adolescence, with stronger effects seen in girls.

youtu.be/t7x2qk5AiMo

#PFAS #ForeverChemicals #EnvironmentalHealth #BoneHealth #ChildHealth #TeenHealth

The-14

@the-14.com

4 weeks ago

B.C.’s switch to permanent DST adds to the ‘perfect storm’ for poorer adolescent sleep and mental health | The-14 B.C.’s plan for permanent daylight saving time may worsen teen sleep deprivation and mental health by increasing social jetlag, researchers warn.

B.C.’s switch to permanent DST adds to the ‘perfect storm’ for poorer adolescent sleep and mental health
#BritishColumbia #Canada #DaylightSavingTime #DST #SleepHealth #TeenHealth #MentalHealth #Health #CircadianRhythm #AdolescentHealth #Sleep #Sunlight
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Pure Science

@purescience.news

1 month ago

A rising percentage of U.S. teens aren’t getting enough sleep Teens need eight to 10 hours of sleep each night. A large majority get less than that, according to a national survey of U.S. high school students.

A rising percentage of U.S. teens aren’t getting enough sleep #Science #HealthandMedicine #PublicHealth #SleepHealth #TeenHealth

www.sciencenews.org/article/teens-sleep-depr...

The Canada Report

@thecanadareport.bsky.social

1 month ago

Kelowna Teen Cured of Rare Disease with Groundbreaking Gene Therapy

Read more: 👇
www.thecanadareport.ca/featured/kelowna-teen-ge...

#kelowna #genetherapy #medicalbreakthrough #cure #health #teenhealth #rareillness

Elko Family Resource Center

@elkofrc.bsky.social

1 month ago

Healthy communities start with informed youth.
Rose is in Eureka this week providing teen health education and supporting students with knowledge they can carry with them long after class ends!

#teenhealth #teenhealthtuesday

Pedivitals

@pedivitals.com

1 month ago

Caring for growing bodies just got smarter. RE.DOCTOR PediVitals delivers real-time vitals tracking tailored for pediatric & adolescent patients — empowering providers and reassuring parents. 🔗 https://pedivitals.com/pediatric-adolescent-care/ #Pediatrics #TeenHealth #DigitalHealth #PediVitals #REDOCTOR #HealthTech #RemoteMonitoring #PediatricianLife

Caring for growing bodies just got smarter.
RE.DOCTOR PediVitals delivers real-time vitals tracking tailored for pediatric & adolescent patients — empowering providers and reassuring parents.
🔗 pedivitals.com/pediatric-ad...
#Pediatrics #TeenHealth #DigitalHealth #PediVitals

HealthDay

@healthday.bsky.social

1 month ago

Spirituality Linked to Lower Risk of Alcohol and Drug Misuse YouTube video by HealthDay

A new study links spiritual or religious involvement to a significantly lower risk of harmful alcohol or drug use.

youtu.be/mL0hiOGlap0

#Spirituality #AddictionPrevention #SubstanceAbuse #AlcoholRecovery #DrugPrevention #FaithAndHealth #MentalHealth #RecoveryJourney #PublicHealth #TeenHealth

CU Anschutz OB-GYN

@cuobgynedu.bsky.social

1 month ago

🌟 Calling all teen girls and their parents! 🌟

Join our team of Adolescent Gynecologists for a session on menstrual impacts

📅 Sat., March 7th
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 CHC, 13123 East 16th Avenue, Aurora, CO 80045

#TeenHealth #GirlsInSports #MenstrualHealth #ChildrensHospitalColorado

Elko Family Resource Center

@elkofrc.bsky.social

1 month ago

Helping teens grow means giving guidance and space to make choices (and mistakes). Autonomy builds confidence & accountability, while too much control can backfire. Open communication + clear expectations = healthier long-term outcomes. 💙 Thanks @parentingteensandtweens #TeenHealth #ParentingTeens

The Daily Tech Feed

@thedailytechfeed.com

1 month ago

Meta's internal study reveals parental controls have minimal impact on reducing teens' compulsive social media use. #SocialMedia #TeenHealth #ParentalControls #MetaResearch Link: thedailytechfeed.com/meta-study-s...

Elko Family Resource Center

@elkofrc.bsky.social

1 month ago

Valentine’s Day can feel complicated for teens. 💗 Pressure, comparison & dating expectations can affect mood and confidence. Remind them love ≠ just romance—friends, family, hobbies & self-care matter. Listen, support, and start the conversation.💛 #TeenHealth #FamilySupport

American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse

@ajdaajournal.bsky.social

1 month ago

New OSDUHS research shows teen binge drinking in Ontario dropped from 27% in 1999 to 9.6% in 2023. While the decline is significant, age & cohort effects still play a major role in these trends. www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
#PublicHealth #YouthDrinking #Ontario #OSDUHS #TeenHealth

News Medical

@newsmedical.bsky.social

2 months ago

High-quality family dinners reduce teen substance use risk yet severe adversity blunts the benefit Higher-quality family dinner interactions were associated with lower adolescent alcohol, vaping, and cannabis use in a U.S. survey of parent–adolescent dyads. This protective association was evident m...

🍽️ Strong family dinners protect teens from substance use - but for those facing severe adversity, the benefit fades. Discover how adversity shapes this connection: www.news-medical.net/news/2026020... #FamilyDinner #TeenHealth #Trauma

HealthDay

@healthday.bsky.social

2 months ago

How Family Dinners Help Keep Teens Away From Drugs and Alcohol YouTube video by HealthDay

A new study finds family meals that include real conversation and fewer digital distractions lead to sharply lower rates of teen substance use.

youtu.be/CZFUIidgehI

#FamilyDinners #TeenHealth #ParentingTeens #SubstanceAbusePrevention #TeenWellbeing

Coach Julio

@fitnessfoundry.bsky.social

2 months ago

Teen HIIT & Empowerment: Beyond the Workout! ⚡️

🎯Some underreported—but powerful—benefits of group fitness:

🧠 Mental Health
🤝🏽Teamwork
🔥 Fun!

😅 Because when it’s fun, you keep coming back!

#YouthPower #Boston #Maldenma #fitness #teenhealth #CommunitySupport #mentalhealth #fun #genz #hiit

Clearfork Academy

@clearforkacademy.bsky.social

2 months ago

Gaming can build skills and connections, but excessive playing can impact mental health. Learn the benefits, risks, and how to set healthy boundaries at home.

#TeenHealth #Gaming

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Jason Nagata, MD

@jasonmnagata.bsky.social

2 months ago

@socpedresearch.bsky.social @e2e-spr.bsky.social @childrenandscreens.bsky.social

#AdolescentHealth #MentalHealth #Pediatrics #DigitalMedia #TeenHealth #PublicHealth #HealthResearch #DigitalWellbeing #UCSF

South Florida Media

@southfloridamedia.bsky.social

2 months ago

Your Kids are Popping Zyns like Bubblegum… So What are Zyns? Understanding Zyn Nicotine Pouches: Benefits, Risks, and Popularity In recent years, nicotine pouches like Zyn have surged in popularity as alternatives to traditional smoking and vaping. Zyns are tob...

🚨 Breaking News 🚨

Your Kids Are Popping Zyns Like Bubblegum: So What Are Zyns?

South Florida Media – Florida’s Free News Leader

Article Link: sfl.media/your-kids-ar...

#Health #Zyn #Nicotine #TeenHealth #Parenting #PublicHealth #Vaping #SouthFloridaMedia

Clearfork Academy

@clearforkacademy.bsky.social

2 months ago

Ashwagandha may help teens manage stress, but research is limited. Consult a healthcare provider before use.

#TeenHealth #StressSupport #Ashwagandha

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News Medical

@newsmedical.bsky.social

2 months ago

Teen girls who play organized sports show lower breast cancer risk biomarkers This cross-sectional study of 191 adolescent girls found that ≥2 hours of organized recreational physical activity in the past week was associated with lower breast percent water content and reduced o...

🏀🧬 Just 2+ hours of organized sports weekly linked to healthier breast tissue & less oxidative stress in teen girls - potential biomarkers for lower breast cancer risk. See why adolescence matters: www.news-medical.net/news/2026011... #BreastCancer #TeenHealth #Sports

Recovery Unlimited KS Inc

@recoveryunlimited.bsky.social

2 months ago

#VapeAwareness #TeenHealth #SubstancePrevention #HealthMatters #SayNoToVaping #YouthRecovery #PreventionWorks

Good Revenue

@goodrevenue.bsky.social

3 months ago

Giving your 12-year-old a phone? Massive new dataset from the American Academy of Pediatrics says waiting a year makes a huge difference. 📱 Early screen time really is terrible for kids' mood, sleep, and long-term health.
#Parenting #ScreenTime #AAP #TeenHealth #MentalHealth #DigitalWellness

National Center for Health Research

@nc4hr.bsky.social

3 months ago

While most teens abstain completely, stats show small rises in heroin, cocaine & under-regulated and risky products like Delta-8, nicotine pouches, & energy drinks.

#PublicHealth #TeenHealth #DrugUse

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