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Articles from January 2011
- Smoking is widespread among young diabetics, study finds
According to research published in the Journal of Pediatrics, smoking has become a widespread habit among children and young adults with diabetes. However, not many doctors are counseling these individuals about quitting the habit. more...
- People who speak in similar styles are more romantically compatible
A new study published in the journal Psychological Science has found that people who speak in similar styles may be more romantically compatible with one another. more...
- Study: Men more likely to stay with unfaithful women who have homosexual affairs
New research from the University of Texas at Austin reports that a man may be more likely to stay with a girlfriend who has cheated on him with a woman than one who has had an affair with another man. more...
- Fathers who work too much may turn children into bullies
Sociologists at Vanderbilt University have discovered that children's perception of how much parental love and attention they receive may affect their likelihood of bullying others, according to a paper published in the journal Youth and Society. more...
- Children pick up smoking habits from their parents
A paper published in the journal Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics reveals that parents who smoke often pass the habit onto their children. more...
- Antipsychotics may be too expensive, ineffective and harmful
There is little evidence that antipsychotics commonly used to treat schizophrenia actually help patients, according to a study from the Stanford University School of Medicine. more...
- Alcohol and drug addicts may stay sober by helping others, study finds
Participating in community service may have a healing effect that enables alcohol and substance addicts to sober up, according to a study conducted at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. more...
- Married people may have better mental and physical health
Long-term, committed relationships have significant benefits on an individual's mental and physical health, according to a study from researchers at Cardiff University. more...
- Teens take more risks when with friends
Psychologists at Temple University believe that they have found a reason as to why teenagers are more likely to take risks when they are in groups. more...
- Current juvenile treatment system may be too expensive
A study from the University of Missouri suggests that current methods for dealing with juvenile crime in the U.S. is much too expensive to be continued. more...
- Research explores connection between stress and depression
A new study published in this month's issue of the journal Neuron has provided insight into how stress may impact the brain and why some individuals are more predisposed to experiencing depression as a result. more...
- African-American and Hispanic women more likely to be screened for chlamydia
Indiana University School of Medicine researchers have found that young African-American and Hispanic women are screened for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) at a significantly higher rate than their Caucasian peers. more...
- Study reveals why drug abuse education may not always work
The increasing number of cases of substance abuse has prompted schools to educate their students about the risks of addiction. more...
- Fathers should leave care of children to mothers, study says
Parents who divide caregiving duties for their preschool children may experience greater family conflict than when mothers serve as the primary caregivers, according to a new study from Ohio State University. more...
- Adolescent brains show stronger response to reward
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have identified a brain mechanism that may explain why adolescents may be more vulnerable to drug addiction, behavioral disorders and psychological illnesses. more...
- Nursing home and children's book author team up to raise awareness about bullying
Silverado Senior Living, a program that serves older Americans who suffer from memory impairment, collaborated with an award-winning children's book author to hold presentations on January 26 that aimed to bridge the gap between children and the elderly. more...
- Former Surgeon General discusses obesity and mental health in the U.S.
Richard Carmona, 17th Surgeon General of the U.S., spoke at a recent forum that gathered together more than 200 healthcare leaders at the National Press Club. more...
- Report reveals implications of teen car crashes
A national research report that was released from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and State Farm Insurance Companies has revealed that teen driver crashes have far-reaching consequences that go beyond the victims' friends and families. more...
- Women's Funding Network raises awareness about sex trafficking in the U.S.
The Women's Funding Network is promoting community gatherings in an effort to raise awareness about the number of adolescent girls who are being bought and sold across the country. more...
- Marin Institute releases bill to restrict caffeinated alcoholic beverages
The Marin Institute recently released model state legislation to expand the federal ban that was placed on seven caffeinated alcoholic beverages by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). more...
- Bar fights are caused by hypermasculinity and aggression, study finds
A new study that will be published in the April edition of the journal Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research has provided insight on the science behind male violence in bars. more...
- Psychologists study effects of substance called khat
Experimenting with new drugs is a dangerous practice, and international researchers from universities in Leiden, Amsterdam and Granada have found that this is true of a substance called khat. more...
- Study examines the effects of stress and anxiety on complex thinking
Stress and anxiety have both positive and negative effects on the brain, according to research conducted at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. more...
- Children who lack self-control may develop health, behavioral and financial difficulties in future
A lack of impulse control in children as young as 3 may be associated with health problems, substance abuse, financial issues and a criminal record in the future, according to a study led by psychologists from Duke University. more...
- Having a best friend may help boys and girls be more active
Boys and girls who frequently participate in physical activity with a best friend tend to be more active, according to a paper published in the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. more...
- Study delves into reasoning behind student violence
Research conducted at Michigan State University has found that a complex array of factors - including bullying, a lack of parental support and ineffective mental health services - could be why some troubled teens turn to violence. more...
- Deaf and hard-of-hearing children may have a higher risk of experiencing maltreatment
A study conducted at the Rochester Institute of Technology has found that deaf and hard-of-hearing children may experience a 25 percent higher incidence of abuse, neglect or other type of maltreatment. more...
- Researchers study effects of divorce on adult sons and daughters
University of Toronto researchers suggest that adult children whose parents divorce are more likely to have considered suicide than peers from intact families. more...
- Teens and tweens prefer to text, survey reveals
Young adults today much prefer to text rather than talk, email or use AOL Instant Messenger, according to research organization YouthBeat. more...
- Salvia and synthetic cannabis use increases among teens
Teenagers' increased use of the Internet and mobile technologies may be driving the revival of salvia, an herb that is derived from flower seeds and that induces psychedelic effects in users. Unlike other drugs, the substance is not detectable with usual tests. more...
- Obesity and mental health forum takes place in DC
A recent forum on childhood obesity and mental health was recently held at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. more...
- Mental health organization tackles eating disorders at college
The nonprofit organization Screening for Mental Health (SMH) is launching an initiative that is designed to improve students' understanding of eating disorders. more...
- Bilingual toddlers may have better academic performance than unilingual peers
A recent paper published in the Journal of Experimental Child Psychology has revealed that toddlers who are bilingual from infancy may have more academic success in the future, compared to their peers who only know one language. more...
- Research shows that students prefer to score round numbers on the SAT
According to a recent study in the journal Psychological Science, high school students are more likely to retake the SAT if they score below a round number, such as 1290, than those who score just above it. more...
- Video game addiction may increase kids' risk of emotional and mental disorders
Psychologists at Iowa State University have found that video game addiction exists globally, and that the issue may result in lower social competence and greater impulsivity. more...
- Cyberbullying may lead to depression and substance use in teenage girls
Girls who are victims of cyberbullying may have a higher risk of depression, which could lead them to substance abuse, according to a paper that was published in the journal Prevention Science. more...
- Internet use may not be as harmful to teens as believed, study reveals
The prevalence of cyberbullying has increased in recent years with the rise of social networking. However, the risks that face young people on the Internet may be less significant than previously believed, according to a survey that was conducted in 25 European countries. more...
- Nearly half of fans leaving sporting events have positive blood alcohol levels, study finds
Professional sports games may be a danger zone when it comes to consuming too much alcohol, according to a study conducted by University of Minnesota researchers. more...
- Scientists link gene to binge drinking in adolescents
Researchers from Radboud University in the Netherlands set out to determine why adolescents frequently engage in alcohol abuse and whether there may be a genetic component for this behavior. more...
- Watching movies in which people smoke may trigger particular brain regions in cigarette users
According to a new study in the Journal of Neuroscience, seeing someone smoke in a movie may trigger regions of the brain that are involved in planning and interpreting hand movements. more...
- Video game addiction may come with health and behavior risks
Researchers at the Yale School of Medicine have found significant health risks associated with video game addiction. more...
- Alcohol dependence may have implications for marriage
A new study that will be released in the April issue of Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research has revealed that alcohol dependence may be a strong predictor of delays in marriage and early separation. more...
- Brain scans provide insight on children with bipolar disorder and ADHD
Researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago have used brain imaging to study the effects of emotion on the memory of children with pediatric bipolar disorder (PBD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). more...
- Researchers examine mortality rates associated with smoking
Smoking cigarettes can be a harmful practice at any age, and according to a paper that was published in the journal Tobacco Control, it kills twice as many men as alcohol. more...
- Study: Only half of adolescents with mental disorders receive treatment
According to a paper that is published in this month's issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, only 50 percent of adolescents who have severe mental disorders may be receiving treatment. more...
- ADHD may increase the risk of developing dementia
Attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) could render sufferers vulnerable to developing a common form of degenerative dementia, according to a paper that was published in this month's issue of the European Journal of Neurology. more...
- Caffeine and alcohol don't mix, researchers warn
In recent months, beverages that combine caffeine and alcohol have come into the public eye. more...
- Network to facilitate and improve mental health research developed
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has announced that it will fund the Mental Health Research Network, a population-based effort to facilitate and improve research in the field of psychology. more...
- One-third of LGBT teens experience suicidal ideation, study finds
An estimated one-third of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) teens have experienced suicidal ideation in their lifetime, according to a report from the University of Illinois at Chicago. more...
- Veterans with psychiatric disorders may have higher risk of suicide
A report that was published in the journal Archives of General Psychiatry has found that veterans who are diagnosed with psychiatric illnesses may have an elevated risk of suicide. more...
- Florida State University aids government in battle against military suicide
Suicide has become increasingly common among young American soldiers, and the U.S. Department of Defense has enlisted the help of Florida State University in fighting the rising numbers. more...
- Early education programs can help kids achieve better health in the future
A study conducted by researchers from Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health has found that intense early education programs for low-income children may not only prevent academic underachievement in the future, but could also positively impact health. more...
- Beer advertisements removed in response to concern for children
The Martin Institute recently praised Oregon-based Western Beverage, a distributor of Anheuser Busch beer, for taking down alcohol advertisements that were allegedly sending the wrong message to young people. more...
- Study: Recovery is likely for body dysmorphic disorder, but may take some time
Body dysmorphic disorder, a mental illness in which individuals obsess over nonexistent or very slight defects in their appearance, has been associated with high rates of recovery. more...
- Natural disasters may result in PTSD among children years after the event
Children who experience a devastating natural disaster, such as a hurricane, can still exhibit signs of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) two years after the event, according to a study conducted by psychologists at the University of Miami. more...
- Writing can relieve exam anxiety and improve performance, study reveals
Many adolescents and teenagers may experience anxiety disorders that are related to school. According to a University of Chicago study, students may alleviate these worries by writing them down immediately before taking an exam. more...
- Flavanoid may help individuals with anxiety disorders
Experiencing a traumatic, life-threatening situation can induce the persistence of fear that is associated with a particular stimulus. more...
- Heavy drinking is associated with development of dementia later in life
Although it is common knowledge that drinking alcohol can significantly impair and cause harm to a teenager's judgment, a new study reveals that excessive consumption can lead to dementia later in life. more...
- Criminals and drug abusers less likely to receive pain medication in the ER
Sociologists at Case Western Reserve University report that criminals and drug abusers tend to receive less pain medication at the emergency room (ER) if they injure themselves while evading police. more...
- First study on emotional impact of September 11 on survivors
A recent study that was released by Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health has provided insight on the emotional consequences of September 11 on the survivors who escaped the World Trade Center. more...
- Smoking in cars that carry children may be risky to their health
An article that was recently published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal reports that there are a multitude of risks that may be involved with secondhand smoke in cars carrying children. more...
- Smoking increases children's blood pressure
Secondhand smoke is widely known to be harmful to children's health, and a new study has found that it can increase the blood pressure of kids as young as 5 years old. more...
- Scientists explore ways to reduce anxiety disorders
Psychologists at UCLA have made a new discovery that could hold significant implications for future treatments of anxiety disorders such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer's. more...
- Secondhand media exposure may be damaging to teens' body image
A recent study from Harvard Medical School reports that indirect media exposure, such as having many friends who watch a lot of TV, could be damaging to a teenager's body image. more...
- Teens value self-esteem boosts more than other pleasant activities
Self-esteem may be more important to young people than sex, eating, drinking alcohol, seeing a best friend or receiving a paycheck, according to a study conducted by Ohio State University psychologists. more...
- Higher education may increase chances of volunteering
Academic underachievement may not only have negative effects for the student, but could impact society as a whole. more...
- Children with ADHD may need greater incentives to maintain focus on tasks
Research funded by the Wellcome Trust has provided some clarification on why children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may maintain concentration on activities that interest them, but struggle with tasks that they consider to be boring. more...
- Formal child care could aid language development in toddlers
A new study released by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health has revealed that kids who receive formal child care may have better language skills and a lower risk of academic underachievement later on. more...
- Teens who Improve lifestyle factors may have lower cholesterol levels as adults
Healthy lifestyle changes that take place between childhood and adulthood may be associated with lower cholesterol levels later in life, according to a report that is published in this month's issue of the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine. more...
- Soldiers with healthy attitudes during times of trauma may reduce risk of PTSD
A team of researchers at Michigan State University has conducted a study on the mental health of soldiers. more...
- U.S. Department of Justice releases report on teen substance use and criminal activity
The U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs recently released a bulletin entitled Substance Use and Delinquent Behavior Among Serious Offenders. more...
- Empathy gap may result in inadequate care and intervention for bullying victims
A recent study conducted at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management reports that many people fail to understand the consequences that are felt by victims of bullying, teasing and ostracism. more...
- Many alcohol-related deaths and injuries still occurring, Pennsylvania police say
According to Pennsylvania Commissioner Frank E. Pawlowski, a total of 11 people were killed and 220 others were injured in car accidents that occurred during the four day New Year's holiday driving period. more...
- Marijuana abusers may be weakening their immune systems, researchers reveal
Marijuana continues to be a drug that is frequently abused by teenagers, and a recent report suggests that it may increase their risk for certain types of cancer and infection. more...
