More popular teens report fewer signs of depression later

Teens with more friends may be less likely to face depression later in their lives, researchers report. The finding is particularly true for women.

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Too few social media ‘likes’ can amp up teen depression

Getting fewer "likes" on social media can lead to depression and anxiety in young people, a new study shows.

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First opioids for teens may not up drug abuse risk by much

The risk that young adults who receive an opioid prescription for the first time will develop a substance abuse problem isn't as high as believed.

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Teen reading skills may explain college gender gap

Why do more women than men enroll in education after high school? Differences in teen reading skills may shed light on the college gender gap.

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Young people with gaming disorder are more anxious

While playing video games isn't a problem for most, those who develop symptoms of gaming disorder are more anxious, aggressive, depressed, and shy.

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Early high school start times are bad for students

"...the move from 8:05 to 7:25 was associated with students being 8% more likely not to advance to 12th grade on schedule."

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Attention training may ease teen anxiety disorders

Computer-based attention training could offer relief to teens diagnosed with an anxiety disorder, according to a new study.

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