Psychology & Psychiatry
Sleep problems can lead to teen depression
New evidence suggests that sleep difficulties, long thought to be a symptom of adolescent depression, might actually come first.
Jul 5, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Good sleep is key to pre-teen mental health, confirms study
For many kids, the period between childhood and early adolescence can be difficult.
Apr 18, 2023
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Health
Like a baby: The vicious cycle of childhood obesity and snoring
Poor nutrition and lack of exercise lead to the increasing prevalence of obesity which, in turn, is the major predictor of diabetes and future risk of cardiovascular disease in western societies. Excess weight is also closely ...
Nov 17, 2017
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Health
Researchers link sleep deprivation with criminal behavior
Lack of sleep can contribute to delinquent behavior by adolescents, according to an FIU study published earlier this month.
Nov 22, 2013
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Pediatrics
Study finds later school start times improve sleep and daytime functioning in adolescents
Julie Boergers, Ph.D., a psychologist and sleep expert from the Bradley Hasbro Children's Research Center, recently led a study linking later school start times to improved sleep and mood in teens. The article, titled "Later ...
Jan 15, 2014
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Sleep disorders
Updated recommendations for sleep apnea in children
(HealthDay)—The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is revising its recommendations for the diagnosis and management of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) in children and adolescents, according to a clinical practice ...
Aug 27, 2012
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Are your children sleeping enough? New blood test might hold the answer
A simple blood test could provide a reliable metric to tell if children are sleeping enough—which is also a marker for general health as sleep affects susceptibility to many diseases—according to new research published ...
Jan 9, 2020
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Health
New insights into controversial diagnosis of adolescent chronic fatigue
Crucial new research could provide some clarity around the controversy surrounding the diagnosis and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) in adolescents. The research by the Murdoch Children's Research Institute published ...
Oct 23, 2017
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Is your teen a night owl? Their sleep pattern could shape their brain and behavior years later
It's 11 pm on a weeknight and your teenager still has their bedroom light on. You want them to get enough sleep for school the next day, but it's a struggle.
Nov 4, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Sleep deprivation increases teen angst
Sleep deprivation—from lifestyle choices, pandemic stress, or late-night computer study—can quickly lead to loss of energy and function during the day and even feelings of anger and depression, an Australian sleep institute ...
Jul 6, 2021
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