Video Games And Social Media Hurt Teens’ Sleep, Study Says “People don’t make up their lost sleep.”

(Reuters Health) - Teens who play video games before bedtime go to bed later and those who use online social media take longer to fall asleep, according to a recent study.

Marijuana Not Benign: Warn Teens, Parents, AAP Says

As the legal status of marijuana evolves, pediatricians should counsel teenagers and their parents about its potential for harm, write the authors of a new clinical report from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Teenage binge drinking can affect brain function of future offspring

Repeated binge drinking during adolescence can affect brain functions in future generations, potentially putting offspring at risk for such conditions as depression, anxiety, and metabolic disorders, a study has found.

Mindfulness for teens

Discovering your inner strenght and learn to manage your stress with simple techniques

9 Insightful Quotes From Teens Who Really ‘Get It’

Adults are starting to recognize the depth and wisdom teenagers can share with the world.

Dienstag, 21. Mai 2019

Caffeine abuse - HOW MUCH COFFEE IS TOO MUCH?

I have a student that drinks coffee. A lot. The group expresses concerns about this apparently excessive coffee consumption, but what do we really know about the effects of caffeine on teenagers? How much coffee is too much? According to the Mayo Clinic  If you rely on caffeine to wake you up and keep you going, you aren't alone. Caffeine is used daily by millions...

Dienstag, 16. April 2019

Vaping- is it safe?

Dear all, Vaping has been increasing amongst teens in the last years, worldwide, and our country is no exception. Many of you ask me about the safety of this practice. I am so glad and proud that you have your concerns. Many just do it... but does it mean it is healthy? Which are the risks? Finding trustworthy information on the internet is not easy, you know that, we discussed about it in class. Here I provide you with some interesting sources....