Lesbians and bisexual girls are more likely to be suspended, expelled
Teen girls who are attracted to other girls are much more likely to be suspended or expelled from school than straight girls, a new study suggests.
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High school football concussions and long-term health concerns: Research roundup
Growing concern about concussions is unsettling high school football communities. We round up the recent findings.
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Treating ADHD may prevent drug abuse
Kids with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to develop drug problems, but standard treatments may reduce the risk, a new paper finds.
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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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Does pot make you dumb? Probably a tiny bit
Researchers have long disagreed about the effect marijuana may have on intelligence. A new study of adolescents suggests it is responsible for a small drop in acuity.
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