Teens

What Are The Obvious – and Not So Obvious – Signs of Depression in Teens?

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Content note: this article discusses depression and suicidal ideation and behaviors. If you or someone you love is feeling suicidal, you can reach out to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by simply calling 988 in the United States. Depression […]

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Social Media, Teens, and Substance Abuse: What are the Connections?

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The connections between social media, teens, and substance abuse are often quite tight. Parents may not even realize that their children are taking lessons from social media stars. Even worse, they may be getting pressure from friends on social media

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What Are the Side Effects of Adderall Addiction?

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Adderall (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine) is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant used for the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1996 for children aged 3 and older, Adderall is a CNS stimulant

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Dabbing: What It Is, Who Is Doing It and Why It Is a Problem

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Dabbing, what it is, who is doing it, and why it is a problem may be mysteries to you. The word dabbing refers to a complicated way of inhaling marijuana. However, if you’re worried about your kids experimenting with marijuana,

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Teen Drinking Leads to Lasting Deficits in Memory, Ability to Learn

A group of teens drink and talk about teen drinking

New findings from a team of American researchers indicate that teenagers who engage in regular, intermittent drinking can unwittingly trigger lasting dysfunction in the hippocampus, a part of the brain responsible for learning and memory. How can teen drinking affect

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