Cigarette Smoking May Increase Depression Risks in Teenagers
Smoking cigarettes may increase depression in teenagers, a new study suggests.
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Childhood Obesity Is More Apparent Than Originally Believed
With the launch of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, some believe the obesity problem in America is being underestimated.
Teen Smoking Rates Stagnant Over Past Few Years
While the rate of teens smoking has decreased over the past 10 years, no changes have been noted in the past few years.
One In Five Teenagers Experience Hearing Loss, Study Explains
Hearing loss has increased about 30 percent (to about one in five) in United States teenagers from 1988 to 2006, studies suggest.
Children Without Siblings Exhibit Similar Social Skills To Those With Siblings, Research Suggests
Children with no siblings are no less capable of having and displaying solid social skills when compared to children raised with siblings, a new study suggests.
Study Suggests Acetaminophen Use in Teenagers Increases Asthma Risk
New research concluded that even taken once per month, acetaminophen, a very well-known painkiller, may increase teenagers risk two-fold for asthma.
Children With Dogs Live Active Lifestyles
New studies suggest children with dogs are actually more active than children of families without.
Children’s Brain Development Linked to Physical Exercise
Studies show a link between brain development and physical fitness in 9- and 10-year-old children. The study proves children who are more fit perform better on memory tests than less-fit children.
