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Articles from April 2011
- In relationships, drugs may receive more attention than partners
Romantic relationships alone are very hard to manage, especially during an individual's teenage years. Having a boyfriend or girlfriend who abuses substances can make matters even more stressful. more...
- Report: Unintentional drug overdose has become an epidemic
According to a new report, deaths among teenagers and adults as a result of unintentional drug poisonings have become a national epidemic. more...
- Methamphetamine may alter users' cells
According to the results of a new fruit fly study, methamphetamine use may lead to damage on a molecular level. more...
- School district looks for ways to reduce teenage pregnancy rate
In Kansas, an estimated 106 out of 1,000 young women between the ages of 15 and 19 who are living in Seward County are pregnant out of wedlock, the Leader and Times reported. more...
- Adult-supervised drinking may be lead to alcohol-related problems in teenagers
Some parents feel that underage drinking is safe as long as adolescents are being supervised by adults. The results of a recent study reveal that this type of thinking may actually increase the likelihood of alcohol-related problems later in life. more...
- Depending on gender, immune systems may respond differently to PTSD
According to the results of two recent studies, the immune systems in men and women may have different responses to chronic post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). more...
- Nationwide event designed to prevent prescription drug abuse
DrugFree.org states that approximately 4.5 million teenagers report abusing prescription medications in an attempt to get high. more...
- Police hope to prevent teenage drug abuse with free screening kits
Adolescence can be a time of rebellion and experimentation in many individuals' lives. However, some teenagers may begin to abuse drugs during this period. more...
- High internet use may lead to risky behavior in adolescents
The results of a new study suggest that high levels of internet use among adolescents may lead to the use of drugs and alcohol, as well as unprotected sex among the same age group. more...
- Study: Former smokers may have more willpower
A recent study of former and current cigarette users may provide insight into how people quit smoking. more...
- Obese Caucasian teenagers may develop depressive symptoms
The results of a recent study show that obesity in adolescents may not necessarily lead to depressive symptoms. However, Caucasians might be at a higher risk of feeling the psychological effects of being overweight. more...
- Women may be using harmful medication during pregnancy
New research shows an increase in the number of medications being used by pregnant women, which may in turn lead to the development of birth defects in their children. more...
- Family violence may be linked to bullying
According to the results of a recent study, adolescents who are exposed to violence in their families may be more likely to either become bullies or the victims of this form of abuse. more...
- Antidepressants may miss some symptoms
Though antidepressant medications are designed to relieve symptoms of depression in individuals who suffer from the emotional disorder, the findings of a recent study reveal that many negative traits may still linger. more...
- Early education may keep students away from alcohol
Excessive alcohol consumption in a short period of time is known as binge drinking, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Though 70 percent of these episodes involve individuals over the age of 26, many adolescents also engage in this harmful behavior. more...
- Abuse in childhood may lead to depression in adolescence
Individuals who are physically, emotionally or sexually abused during their early childhood may be more likely to develop depression just a few years later during adolescence, according to new research. more...
- Stress that is experienced during pregnancy may influence a childs behavior
The amount of stress that a woman experiences during pregnancy may influence the behavior of her unborn child, according to the findings of a recent study. more...
- Happier states linked to higher suicide rates
New research reveals that individuals who live in what are considered to be the happiest U.S. states are still capable of taking their own lives. more...
- Mental illness in veterans linked to substance abuse problems
Veterans who have mental health conditions, such as post traumatic stress disorder, may be more likely to develop substance abuse problems, according to a recent study on this population. more...
- Young adults may form an addiction to prescription medications
There has been a drastic increase in the number of opioid medications, such as oxycodone and hydrocodone, that are prescribed in America, according to two new reports. more...
- Economy may impact suicide rates
Suicide rates rise and fall in correlation to the economy, according to the results of recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention research. more...
- Alcohol use linked to impulsive decision-making
A dependence on alcohol is often associated with impulsive behavior. However, based on the findings of a new study, researchers believe that this form of behavior may be connected to functional anomalies in the brain. more...
- Not mattering may lead to violent behavior in teenagers
Adolescents and teenagers who do not feel as though they matter in their families may be more likely to engage in violence, according to new research. more...
- Alcohol's effects can linger one day after drinking
Consuming excessive amounts of alcohol may have a negative impact on an individual's job performance one day after they have been drinking, according to the results of two recent studies. more...
- Thoughts may predict future mood swings in bipolar individuals
Individuals who suffer from bipolar disorder can experience both manic highs and depressive lows, according to the Mayo Clinic. more...
- Parental alcohol use disorders may be passed on to offspring
Though many factors can influence one's drinking habits, new research has revealed that individuals whose parents had alcohol use disorders (AUD) may be at risk of developing the same condition. more...
- Researchers discover how antidepressants create new brain cells
Based on the findings of a new study, English researchers believe that they have learned how antidepressants create new brain cells in individuals who suffer from depression. more...
- Teenage pregnancy rate has decreased, but remains high
New data reveals that the rate of teenage pregnancies has declined over the past two decades, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) latest Vital Signs report. more...
- White House initiative designed to reduce tobacco use among military personnel
The White House has launched its Joining Forces initiative, which is designed to improve the health of active-duty military personnel, their families and veterans by curbing tobacco use among this population. more...
- Study: Gene variation linked to alcoholism
Individuals who have a genetic variation may be at a higher risk of developing an addiction to alcohol, according to the results of a recent study. more...
- Obesity may lead to increased social anxiety
Individuals who are obese may also suffer from social anxiety due to their weight, according to the findings of a recent study. more...
- Pollution exposure during pregnancy may lead to the development of behavioral problems in a mothers offspring
Children whose mothers are exposed to specific pollutants during pregnancy may be at a higher risk of developing behavioral and emotional disorders, according to the results of a recent study. more...
- Some smokers underestimate the effects of cigarettes based on packaging
New research has revealed that many smokers in Western countries believe that certain cigarette brands are less harmful than others. more...
- Poison research may lead to new tobacco addiction medication
New information on the poison known as curare may lead to the development of medication to treat tobacco addiction, according to researchers. more...
- Natural disasters may lead to post traumatic stress in children
The results of a recent study on the psychological impact of hurricanes reveals that children who directly experienced a storm showed symptoms of post traumatic stress (PTS) nearly two years after the event. more...
- Long term treatment may prove effective in treating gambling addiction
Approximately 3.4 percent of adults in the U.S. are addicted to gambling. In order to help those afflicted by this potentially dangerous condition, an extended treatment regime is recommended, according to a psychiatrist's recent clinical findings. more...
- Proper depression treatment may yield positive long-term outcomes
Depression can strike at anytime, but new research suggests that individuals who seek treatment stand to benefit over time, compared to those who do not. more...
- Controlling behavior may lead to teenage relationship violence
Many individuals begin to date during their adolescent years, even if they are not yet mature enough to handle a romantic relationship. As a result, some exhibit controlling behaviors toward their partners. more...
- New study sheds light on marijuana's effects on the brain
Recent research revealed that exposure to cannabis in one's youth may lead to an increased risk of developing schizophrenia later in life. more...
- Food addiction may be tied to increased activity in parts of the brain
New research reveals that certain areas of the brain may activate in response to food cues similarly to the way they would in an individual with a substance abuse disorder. more...
- Hookah smoking may be harmful to one's health
As more hookah bars pop up around the country, college students and other groups of young adults might be more inclined to engage in this activity on a Saturday night rather than going to the movies. more...
- Low household income may lead to psychological and substance abuse disorders
Individuals who have low levels of income may be more likely to suffer from a mental disorder, attempt suicide or abuse substances, according to the findings of recent research. more...
- Binge drinking may impact brain development at a critical time
Adolescents make up the majority of binge drinkers, according to the results of recent surveys. This is troubling, as alcohol can lead to neurological changes during a period of time when the brain is still developing. more...
- Conduct disorder may be tied to smaller brain structures
In the past, many believed that conduct disorder (CD) occurred during adolescence when an individual imitated peers who displayed poor behavior. However, new research shows that this condition may be the result of different brain structures. more...
- Children afflicted with social anxiety may have trouble reading faces
The researchers behind a recent study on extreme social anxiety have identified a link between the condition in children and their inability to identify the proper emotions behind facial expressions. more...