The health effects of screen time on children: A research roundup
This research roundup looks at the effects of screen time on children’s health.
adolescents
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Teen vaping: Is it really a gateway to cigarette smoking?
We’ve summarized scholarship on adolescent vaping, such as work examining its prevalence and perceived risks, in this research roundup.
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Early lead exposure tied to behavioral issues in teens
Lead exposure in childhood is linked to antisocial behavior in adolescence, suggests a new study published in Criminology.
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Rich teens, drug abuse and the importance of involved parents
Teenagers from affluent suburban homes are more likely to abuse alcohol and drugs than the national average. Parental attentiveness is key to prevention, a new paper finds.
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Mental health benefits of outdoor adventures on young adults
Adolescents and young adults are spending less time outdoors and more time glued to screens—computer, TV, tablet and cell phones, according to numerous studies. A 2015 Australian study published in
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