Health Research
Children's and Young People's Health
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Teens Have Fewer Behavioral Issues When Parents Stay Involved 01.19.2012 By Sharyn Alden, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Girls Report More Mental Distress and Are Prescribed More Psychiatric Drugs than Boys 01.10.2012 By Stephanie Stephens, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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HPV Vaccine Does Not Appear to Encourage Risky Sexual Behavior 12.13.2011 By Stephanie Stephens, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Feelings of Depression and Binge Eating Go Hand in Hand in Teen Girls 12.13.2011 By Laura Kennedy, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Group Programs to Prevent Childhood Depression Prove Effective 12.07.2011 By Milly Dawson, Contributing Writer The Cochrane Library |
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Youth with Behavior Problems Are More Likely to Have Thought of Suicide 12.06.2011 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Daily Exercise, Minimized Computer Time for Optimal Sleep in Teens 11.08.2011 By Carl Sherman, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Recent Veterans in College Engage in Riskier Health Behaviors 10.31.2011 By Carl Sherman, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Lack of Health Insurance Linked to Fewer Asthma Diagnoses in Children 10.27.2011 By David Pittman, Contributing Writer Health Services Research |
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Second-Hand Smoke in China Puts Children at Risk 10.11.2011 By Sylviane Duval, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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High School Students Today Less Likely to Be Heavy Smokers 08.02.2011 By Sharyn Alden, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Sexually Victimized Girls With PTSD Not More Likely to Binge Drink Later 07.26.2011 By Valerie DeBenedette, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Parents' Military Deployments Take Emotional Toll on Teens 07.26.2011 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer American Journal of Public Health |
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Teen Well-Being Spills Over Into Young Adult Health 07.19.2011 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Teen Weight Began to Rise in 1990s, New Study Finds 07.12.2011 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Obese Girls More Than Twice as Likely to Be Addicted to Smoking 06.21.2011 By Laura Kennedy, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Young Adults, Teens Prefer Rapid HIV Testing 05.17.2011 By Becky Ham, Science Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Some School-Based Programs Curb Alcohol Misuse, Review Finds 05.10.2011 By Milly Dawson, Contributing Writer The Cochrane Library |
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New Study Shows Unmet Dental Needs in Los Angeles Children 05.06.2011 By Sarah Jorgenson, CFAH Communications/Research Associate Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved |
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Overdoses of Popular Painkiller Send Thousands to ER Each Year 05.03.2011 By Lisa Esposito, Editor American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Children With Bedroom TVs Might Be at Greater Obesity Risk 04.29.2011 By Sharyn Alden, Contributing Writer Source: American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Pacifiers Don't Interfere With Established Breastfeeding, Review Finds 03.15.2011 By Carl Sherman, Contributing Writer Source: Cochrane Library |
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Teens Prefer Liquor to Beer, Hardly Touch Wine 03.08.2011 By Sylviane Duval, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Pre-Teens Make Their Own Decisions on Diet, Exercise and Weight-loss 02.24.2011 By Sylviane Duval, Contributing Writer Health Promotion Practice |
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Inhaled Epinephrine Confirmed Quick, Effective for Croup 02.15.2011 By Milly Dawson, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Teen's Best Friend: Young Dog Owners More Physically Active 02.08.2011 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Childhood Chronic Illness Affects Future Income, Education, Career 02.01.2011 By Lisa Esposito, Editor Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Parents Want to Talk Sex With Teens, But Fear Advice Falls on Deaf Ears 01.06.2011 By Christe Bruderlin-Nelson, Contributing Editor Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Tongue Piercing: Infection More Likely With Metal Jewelry 01.04.2011 By Carl Sherman, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Infants Not Exempt From Obesity Epidemic 12.31.2010 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Heat Injury Rates on the Rise 12.07.2010 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Kids Who Are Sick Have Fewer Friends, Study Finds 12.07.2010 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer Journal of Health and Social Behavior |
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Teens Get More Ear Infections When Someone Smokes at Home 12.07.2010 By Sharyn Alden, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Childhood Sexual, Physical Abuse Linked to Drinking Problems in Women 11.16.2010 By Sarah Jorgenson, CFAH Communications/Research Associate Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research |
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School Vending Machine Choices Affect Overall Diet for Children 11.16.2010 By Christe Bruderlin-Nelson, Associate Editor Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Instruments Can Assist Birth, But With Risks to Mother, Child 11.09.2010 By Becky Ham, Science Writer Cochrane Library |
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Childhood Asthma Reduces Smoking in Teenage Boys 10.07.2010 By David Pittman, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Telehealth Care Can Keep People With Severe Asthma Out of the Hospital 10.05.2010 By Becky Ham, Science Writer Health Services Research |
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US Teen Births Drop, Still Highest in Developed World 09.29.2010 By Sylviane Duval, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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In Cyber Bullying, Depression Hits Victims Hardest 09.21.2010 By Lisa Esposito, Editor Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Early Alcohol, Tobacco Use Might Delay Puberty in Girls 09.14.2010 By Emily Paulsen, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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For Obese Teens, Weight Problems Persist Into Young Adulthood 09.07.2010 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Helping Kids Cope With Chemo 09.07.2010 By Patricia McAdams, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Hooked on Headphones? Personal Listening Devices Can Harm Hearing 08.31.2010 By Carl Sherman, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Allergy Shots Are Helpful for Some Asthmatics, Risky for Others 08.17.2010 By Laura Kennedy, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Colleges Not Meeting Guidelines to Limit Alcohol Access 07.20.2010 By Susan Kreimer, Contributing Writer Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research |
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Severe Obesity Becoming More Common in Sixth-Graders 06.29.2010 By Sharyn Alden, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Consider Teen Activity Options When Choosing Where to Live 05.27.2010 By Joan Vos MacDonald, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Mental Stress Doesn’t Distract Young Drivers at the Wheel 05.18.2010 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Smoking Hits New Low for White California Kids 05.18.2010 By Lisa Esposito, Editor American Journal of Public Health |
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Aggressive Approach to Childhood Cancer Worth Risks, Review Finds 05.11.2010 By Carl Sherman, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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WIC Program Has Moderate Effect on Birth Outcomes 04.28.2010 By Christe Bruderlin-Nelson, Contributing Editor Health Services Research |
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Parents Can Help Overweight Kids With Body Image 04.20.2010 By Susan Kreimer, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Teens With Diabetes Might Need Help in Transition to Adulthood 04.06.2010 By Valerie DeBenedette, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Teen Girls Look to Peers to Gauge Weight Goals 03.15.2010 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer Journal of Health & Social Behavior |
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Most Teens Don't Stop to Think About Tattoo-Removal Risks 03.03.2010 By Carl Sherman, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Cigarette Ads Fuel Teens' Desire to Start Smoking 03.02.2010 By Susan Kreimer, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Sleep-deprived College Students: Asleep at the Wheel 03.02.2010 By Sylviane Duval, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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School STD Programs Have Limited Influence on Teens’ Sexual Behaviors 02.23.2010 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer Health Technology Assessment |
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Sexual Orientation Affects Risk of Bullying in Teens 01.28.2010 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Best Fluoride Levels Determined for Children’s Toothpastes 01.19.2010 By Valerie DeBenedette Health Behavior News Service |
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Scoliosis in Teenagers: To Brace or Not to Brace Is Still a Question 01.19.2010 By Katherine Kahn, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Most High School Students Are Sleep Deprived 01.05.2010 By Sylviane Duval, Contributing Write Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Childhood Vaccination Gaps Narrowing in U.S. 01.05.2010 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Kids Eat Less Junk Food When Middle Schools Stop Providing It 12.01.2009 By Christe Bruderlin-Nelson, Contributing Editor Health Education & Behavior |
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Tall in Third Grade, Overweight in 12th? 12.01.2009 By Valerie DeBenedette American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Traumatic Childhood Might Take Years Off Adult Life 10.6.2009 By Patricia McAdams, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Internet Proves Important to Teens With Chronic Conditions 11.3.2009 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Review Says Drug Safe, Effective for Post-Surgical Pain in Children 10.15.2009 By Christe Bruderlin-Nelson, Contributing Editor Cochrane Library |
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Child Abuse Raises Risk of Illness in Adulthood 10.8.2009 By Maia Szalavitz, Contributing Writer Psychosomatic Medicine |
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