Consumption of alcohol during pregnancy is currently the leading cause of preventable birth defects. It increases the risk of bearing a child with lifelong physical and mental disabilities, and yet many pregnant women continue to drink. Each year, one in … Read More
Both Moms and scientists agree: breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. A recent study in teens showed that eating breakfast, particularly one high in protein, reduced hunger later in the day. Teens who skipped breakfast showed … Read More
Sports drinks are popular among athletes — especially teen athletes. Professional athletes, (Michael Jordan being one of the most famous) market them as vital fuel for optimal performance. Do they work? Yes, if you are working out hard though. A … Read More
Don’t trade in your pencils and paper for a keyboard just yet. A new study that compared the different brain processes used for writing by hand and typing has found that there are cognitive benefits to putting a pen to … Read More
Adolescents who successfully recovered from depression may still require additional treatment, especially young girls. John Curry, PhD from the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University Medical Center and his colleagues studied the long-term recovery of adolescents who … Read More
“Beauty sleep” may have a legitimate meaning for teen girls concerned with their appearances. In addition to feeling tired and cranky, teen girls who sleep less than recommended are at risk for putting on weight. A recent study found that … Read More
Teenagers are moody, but teens that lack sleep may be moody for a reason. A recent study indicates that an inadequate amount of sleep may not only be an indicator of, but a contributor to poor mental health for teens … Read More
Playing too much Call of Duty, Halo, and Mortal Kombat could affect your attitude. Those violent video games that you can’t get out of your head might be messing with your mind. In a new study, professors from Ohio State University … Read More
