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Black Students Drink More Soda When Available at School
HBNS STORY | May 9, 2013
The availability of sugar-sweetened or diet soda in schools does not appear to be related to students’ overall consumption, except for African-American students, who drink more soda when it’s available at school, finds a study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
Teens Overeat at Subway, Too
HBNS STORY | May 7, 2013
Adolescents are just as likely to consume too many calories at Subway as at McDonald’s, a new study in Journal of Adolescent Health finds, despite the fact that they think Subway offers healthier food.
Depressed Teens Have Rocky Twenties
HBNS STORY | April 2, 2013
Depressed teenagers are more likely to have serious problems during their twenties, including ongoing mental illness and excessive drinking, finds a recent study in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
School Grades Go Down When Health Risks Go Up
HBNS STORY | March 26, 2013
Academic performance is linked to risky health behaviors in children and teens, reports a new review in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Mandating Fruits & Vegetables in School Meals Makes a Difference
HBNS STORY | March 12, 2013
State laws that require minimum levels of fruits and vegetables in school meals may give a small boost to the amount of these foods in adolescents' diets, according to a study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
Latest Health Behavior News
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | March 7, 2013 | Health Behavior News Service
Recent health behavior research news stories: Friendships Are Good for Our Health | Obesity Lowers Quality of Life in Boys | Health Centers Have High Satisfaction Rates | Diabetes + Depression Increases Risk of Death
Marijuana & Alcohol Use Common among 10th Grade Students
HBNS STORY | February 26, 2013
A recent survey found high rates of regular alcohol and illicit and prescription drug use in tenth graders, reports a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Obesity Lowers Quality of Life in Boys
HBNS STORY | February 19, 2013
Being overweight or obese significantly reduces health-related quality of life in boys, but not girls, when compared to normal weight peers, finds a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Monitoring Your Child's Development: Your Pediatrician Can Help
PREPARED PATIENT ARTICLE
When all is well with physical health, often it is a child's behavior that prompts parents to the visit their pediatrician who may rule out — or uncover — developmental problems.
Children and Siblings of Deployed Military More Likely to Use Drugs
HBNS STORY | January 17, 2013
Youth with a deployed military parent or sibling use drugs and alcohol at a higher rate than their peers, finds a new study in American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
Early Intervention for Premature Infants Increases IQ
HBNS STORY | December 20, 2012
Programs aimed at helping premature infants and their families once they leave the hospital have been found to increase IQ in the period up to school age and improve cognitive skills, finds a new review in The Cochrane Library.
Teen Physical Activity and Screen Time Influenced by Friends
HBNS STORY | December 13, 2012
The company a teen keeps can influence how much time they spend either in front of a screen or participating in healthy physical activity, finds a new study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
Only Half of Young Women Complete Three-Part HPV Vaccine
HBNS STORY | December 11, 2012
Of young women who start the three-part series of the highly effective human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, only half get all the necessary doses, according to new research in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Teens Increasingly Abuse Prescription Painkillers
HBNS STORY | October 18, 2012
Young people ages 15 to 24 are abusing prescription painkillers more than any other age group or any other youth in history. Availability of these drugs from their parents’ medicine cabinets may be to blame, according to new research in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Condom Use Drops When Young Women Use Hormonal Contraceptives
HBNS STORY | October 9, 2012
Young women who start using hormonal contraceptives for birth control often stop using condoms, but a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health finds that if they later discontinue using hormonal contraceptives, they tend not to resume using condoms, increasing their risk of both unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections.
Parents Prefer Some, Often Less-Effective, Birth Control Methods for Teens
HBNS STORY | September 6, 2012
Parents of teen girls are more ready to accept their daughters being offered birth control pills and condoms during doctor visits than other, more effective and long-acting contraceptive methods, according to a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Good Health Helps Grades When Students Hit Puberty
HBNS STORY | August 28, 2012
Good health helps children with stressful transitions from elementary school to middle school, finds a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Depression in Young Adults Linked to Higher Risk of Early Death
HBNS STORY | August 14, 2012
Depression in young adulthood can have long-lasting effects, potentially leading to a higher risk of death even decades later, suggests a new study in the Annals of Epidemiology.
Obese Teens Have Fewer Friends, Especially Whites
HBNS STORY | July 24, 2012
Obese adolescents tend to have fewer friends at school than their peers, finds a new study in Ethnicity & Disease. However, the impact of obesity on friendships varies by ethnic group, with White students faring worse than Black or Hispanic students.
Guest Blog: Still the Best Policy: Being Honest With Your Children About Cancer
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | July 3, 2012 | Lisa Bonchek Adams
While there may be exceptions, in general I firmly believe it's important to be open and honest with children about serious illness (in my case it was cancer). Not only is it important to explain it to them to de-mystify illness, it can also be crucial that children be aware of the condition in case of emergency.
Reading, Writing'Weight Control?
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | May 15, 2012 | Conversation Continues
"If you believe this is a massive national problem, you have to deal with it in a systems way," says, Dan Glickman, chair of an Institute of Medicine panel/report, "Accelerating Progress in Obesity Prevention".
Social Networks Influence Flu Shot Decision among College Students
HBNS STORY | May 14, 2012
College students’ social networks influence their beliefs regarding the safety of influenza vaccines and decisions about vaccination, according to a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Students More Likely to be Fit When Physical Education is Mandatory
HBNS STORY | May 1, 2012
Fifth graders in California public school districts that comply with the state’s mandatory physical education requirement are more likely to have better fitness levels than students in districts that don’t comply, according to a new study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
Risk of Future Emotional Problems Can be Identified During Well-Child Visits
HBNS STORY | April 24, 2012
A new study suggests clinicians might be able to identify children at risk of later emotional or behavioral problems by paying attention to a few key signs during early well-child check-ups.
Teens Who Check the Scale Frequently May Have An Unhealthy Preoccupation With Weight
HBNS STORY | April 17, 2012
Teens who weigh themselves several times per week may be at risk for unhealthy weight control practices and poor psychological well-being, according to a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Getting Kids to Be Active
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | March 26, 2012 | Conversation Continues
Getting kids to eat well and exercise can be a tough sell. Are so-called "fat-shaming" books and exhibits the answer?
Teen Smoking ' An Epidemic?
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | March 15, 2012 | Inside Health Care
A new report from the U.S. surgeon general's office estimates 3,800 kids light their first cigarette every day and tobacco companies spend more than $1 million an hour marketing and promoting tobacco products.
Most Teens with Juvenile Arthritis Use Complementary Medicine
HBNS STORY | March 13, 2012
Seventy-two percent of adolescents with juvenile arthritis use at least one form of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), but only 45 percent have discussions about it with their health care providers says a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Making Exercise Fun & Cool for At-Risk Teens
HBNS STORY | March 8, 2012
Motivating teens to exercise is often a tough sell, but a new study in the American Journal of Health Promotion finds that introducing culturally tailored activities, those that young people find fun and popular, can encourage some of the most at-risk teens to get active.
Sexually Abused Boys Engage in More Unsafe Sex
HBNS STORY | March 6, 2012
Boys who are victims of sexual abuse are far more likely to engage in unsafe sexual behavior as teenagers, finds a new review in the current Journal of Adolescent Health.
Playing Team Sports Encourages Young Girls to Stay Physically Active
HBNS STORY | March 6, 2012
Good news for soccer moms: Girls who join organized team sports at age 11 are more likely to stay physically active as they get older, according to a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Girls Who Rely on a Boyfriend for Money Are Less Likely to Use Condoms
HBNS STORY | February 28, 2012
Young women whose boyfriends are their primary source of spending money are more likely to report that their boyfriend never uses condoms than girls who have other sources of cash, according to a study in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Even Small Increases in Copays Affect Use of Children's Healthcare
HBNS STORY | February 17, 2012
Increases in copayments of only a few dollars for ALL Kids, Alabama's Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), led to declines in the use of several healthcare services for the children they affected, reveals a study in Health Services Research.
Early Bloomers with Poor Social Skills More Likely to Smoke
HBNS STORY | February 14, 2012
Children who go through puberty earlier than their peers are more likely to have poor social skills and to smoke cigarettes during their high school years, a new study in Journal of Adolescent Health confirms.
Prepared Patient: Young Adults Taking the Health Care Reins (Updated Version)
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | February 9, 2012 | Health Behavior News Service
Your parents still might be willing to do your laundry, but if you're over 18, they can't make your medical decisions. Are you ready to navigate the adult health care system? This updated Prepared Patient feature offers advice for young people who are just starting out in managing their health care, including information on important provisions from the Affordable Care Act.
Peer Passengers Are Bad News for Teen Drivers
HBNS STORY | January 24, 2012
Two new studies in the February Journal of Adolescent Health reviewed key factors shown to influence teen driving behaviors: perception of driving risks, parental monitoring and the presence of peer passengers.
Girls Report More Mental Distress and Are Prescribed More Psychiatric Drugs than Boys
HBNS STORY | January 10, 2012
More than 15 percent of Norwegian teenagers ages 15 to 16 reported “mental distress,” or symptoms of depression and anxiety, with significantly more girls reporting distress than boys, according to a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health. Girls with mental distress were also more likely than their male counterparts to be prescribed psychiatric drugs.
Beyond Moodiness: Dangers of Adolescent Depression
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | December 20, 2011 | Conversation Continues
Several recent studies reveal that the causes of depression in children are many, and its outward manifestation in teens often goes beyond recognizable symptoms of sadness and lethargy.
Feelings of Depression and Binge Eating Go Hand in Hand in Teen Girls
HBNS STORY | December 13, 2011
Teenage girls who feel depressed are twice as likely to start binge eating as other girls are, according to a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health. The reverse is also true: Girls who engage in regular binge eating face double the normal risk of depressive symptoms.
Youth with Behavior Problems Are More Likely to Have Thought of Suicide
HBNS STORY | December 6, 2011
Children who show early signs of problem behavior are more likely to have thought of killing or harming themselves, suggests new research in the latest issue of the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Sweetener Found In Gum May Prevent Ear Infections In Children
HBNS STORY | November 9, 2011
There is "fair evidence" to support the use of xylitol, a natural sweetener used in gums and mints, to prevent inner ear infections in healthy children, a new evidence review finds.
Recent Veterans in College Engage in Riskier Health Behaviors
HBNS STORY | October 31, 2011
College students who have served in the U.S. conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan are more likely than their non-veteran peers to use tobacco, drink in excess and engage in other behaviors that endanger their health and safety, according to a study that appeared in the latest issue of American Journal of Health Promotion.
Lack of Health Insurance Linked to Fewer Asthma Diagnoses in Children
HBNS STORY | October 27, 2011
Providing health insurance to more children could lead to diagnosing additional cases of mild or intermittent asthma, a new study shows. Some who treat childhood asthma say this could increase the number of kids receiving medication to control their asthma symptoms and seeking care for asthma flares.
Second-Hand Smoke in China Puts Children at Risk
HBNS STORY | October 11, 2011
The prevalence of smoking in China may contribute to children’s second-hand smoke exposure and resulting respiratory symptoms.
Excess Weight in Young Adulthood Predicts Shorter Lifespan
HBNS STORY | August 16, 2011
Those 25-year-olds who are overweight now but think they will be fine as long as they lose weight eventually might need to reconsider.
High School Students Today Less Likely to Be Heavy Smokers
HBNS STORY | August 2, 2011
Of the 19.5 percent of high school students who call themselves smokers, most don’t smoke daily or frequently.
Parents’ Military Deployments Take Emotional Toll on Teens
HBNS STORY | July 26, 2011
When military deployments call for their parents to serve abroad, adolescents have a tough time adjusting, and a new study shows their moods often lead to risky behavior.
Teen Well-Being Spills Over Into Young Adult Health
HBNS STORY | July 19, 2011
A new study finds that teens with a positive sense of well-being are more likely to report being healthy in young adulthood.
Teen Weight Began to Rise in 1990s, New Study Finds
HBNS STORY | July 12, 2011
A new study that looks at weight change over decades finds that the obesity epidemic in teens and young adults has its roots in the late 1990s and early 2000s, when body weights began to rise. But not everyone was affected equally.
Obese Girls More Than Twice as Likely to Be Addicted to Smoking
HBNS STORY | June 21, 2011
Obese teenage girls are more than twice as likely as other girls to develop high-level nicotine addiction as young adults, according to a new study.
Conversation Continues: Young Adults and The Affordable Care Act
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | June 17, 2011 | CFAH Staff
Sara Collins of the Commonwealth Fund and veteran health care journalist Trudy Lieberman look at how the Affordable Care Act is and is not helping young adults stay covered.
Young Adults, Teens Prefer Rapid HIV Testing
HBNS STORY | May 17, 2011
Teens and young adults prefer rapid HIV testing that can deliver results in less than an hour, but some still worry about whether their tests will be confidential.
Some School-Based Programs Curb Alcohol Misuse, Review Finds
HBNS STORY | May 10, 2011
School prevention programs aimed at curbing alcohol misuse in children are somewhat helpful, enough so to deserve consideration for widespread use, according to a large, international systematic review.
New Study Shows Unmet Dental Needs in Los Angeles Children
HBNS STORY | May 6, 2011
The 2007 death of a Maryland child from untreated tooth decay exposed the need for better dental care in families with limited resources. In a new study, researchers found dental care deficits in Los Angeles.
Children With Bedroom TVs Might Be at Greater Obesity Risk
HBNS STORY | April 29, 2011
A study of Hispanic children found that those with TVs in their bedrooms were more likely to be overweight. “Bedroom TVs lead to more screen time, sedentary behavior, less parental support of physical activity and increased fast food intake,” researchers found.
Oral Vaccine Could Prevent Half of Cholera Cases, But Less Effective in Kids
HBNS STORY | March 15, 2011
Oral cholera vaccines could prevent 52 to 60 percent of cases in the first two years after vaccination.
Teens Prefer Liquor to Beer, Hardly Touch Wine
HBNS STORY | March 8, 2011
Nearly half of American teen drinkers would rather have a shot of liquor than a bottle of beer, a new study finds, and teens who prefer liquor are much more likely to indulge in high-risk behavior.
Pre-Teens Make Their Own Decisions on Diet, Exercise and Weight-loss
HBNS STORY | February 24, 2011
Eleven-year olds definitely have their own opinions about diet, exercise and weight-loss; and it is mostly their opinions — not those of their parents — that affect their lifestyle changes.
Teen’s Best Friend: Young Dog Owners More Physically Active
HBNS STORY | February 8, 2011
They’re furry, fun loving and could be the key to getting your sedentary teen off the couch, finds a new study on dog ownership and adolescent physical activity.
Childhood Chronic Illness Affects Future Income, Education, Career
HBNS STORY | February 1, 2011
For some children, serious illness can lead to fewer years of education, more joblessness and lower pay as adults.
Tongue Piercing: Infection More Likely With Metal Jewelry
HBNS STORY | January 4, 2011
A stud or ring in their tongue might be an essential fashion accessory for many young adults, but piercing comes at the cost of medical risks, including infection.
Conversation Continues: Kangaroo Care & 'Less' is 'More'
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | December 15, 2010 | CFAH Staff
Sometimes, the best way to progress isn't to advance to step up with more money, more technology, more modernity. It's to retreat.
Good Idea, Bad Execution: Dosing Errors, A Preventable Harm
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | December 15, 2010 | Scott Gavura
Dosing errors are among the most common and most preventable causes of adverse drug events in children. Why? Despite the prevalence of dosing errors, there has been little evidence telling us what health professionals, or parents, can do better. Until now'
Kids Who Are Sick Have Fewer Friends, Study Finds
HBNS STORY | December 7, 2010
A new study reveals that sick teens are more isolated than other kids, but they do not necessarily realize it and often think their friendships are stronger than they actually are.
Teens Get More Ear Infections When Someone Smokes at Home
HBNS STORY | December 7, 2010
In households with secondhand smoke, teens are 1.67 times more prone to have recurrent ear infections.
Kids With Chronic Illness, Disability More Apt to Be Bullied
HBNS STORY | October 7, 2010
Childhood Asthma Reduces Smoking in Teenage Boys
HBNS STORY | October 7, 2010
Adding an Adult Son or Daughter to Your Insurance
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | September 30, 2010 | Trudy Lieberman
Matt Seeks Health Insurance, Part 2: The Runaround Continues
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | September 24, 2010 | Trudy Lieberman
Helping Kids Cope With Chemo
HBNS STORY | September 7, 2010
Matt Seeks Health Insurance: A Young Adult Falls Through the Cracks of Health Reform
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | August 26, 2010 | Trudy Lieberman
For Parents of Uninsured Kids, a Little Help Goes a Long Way
HBNS STORY | August 7, 2010
Severe Obesity Becoming More Common in Sixth-Graders
HBNS STORY | June 29, 2010
Relationships Can Lower Substance Use in Young People
HBNS STORY | June 1, 2010
Consider Teen Activity Options When Choosing Where to Live
HBNS STORY | May 27, 2010
Mental Stress Doesn’t Distract Young Drivers at the Wheel
HBNS STORY | May 18, 2010
Smoking Hits New Low for White California Kids
HBNS STORY | May 18, 2010
Aggressive Approach to Childhood Cancer Worth Risks, Review Finds
HBNS STORY | May 11, 2010
Parents Can Help Overweight Kids With Body Image
HBNS STORY | April 20, 2010
The Water Is Wide: Teens with Chronic Conditions Take on Their Own Care
PREPARED PATIENT BLOG | April 8, 2010 | Jessie Gruman
I was recently trading stories about the treatment of our childhood cancers with a young friend who mentioned that until recently (he's 26), he continued to be followed by his pediatrician why switch? His doctor knew him, after all.
Teens With Diabetes Might Need Help in Transition to Adulthood
HBNS STORY | April 6, 2010
Most Teens Don’t Stop to Think About Tattoo-Removal Risks
HBNS STORY | March 3, 2010
Sleep-deprived College Students: Asleep at the Wheel
HBNS STORY | March 2, 2010
Cigarette Ads Fuel Teens’ Desire to Start Smoking
HBNS STORY | March 2, 2010
Drinking 100-Percent Juice Might Not Lead to Teen Overweight
HBNS STORY | February 26, 2010
Best Fluoride Levels Determined for Children’s Toothpastes - Embargoed for January 19, 2010, 7:01 p.m. EDT
HBNS STORY | January 19, 2010
Childhood Vaccination Gaps Narrowing in U.S.
HBNS STORY | January 5, 2010
Most High School Students Are Sleep Deprived
HBNS STORY | January 5, 2010
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