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Articles from September 2010
- Editorial reveals similarities and new research on OCD and Tourette's in children
Researchers from the New York University Child Study Center and the National Institute of Mental Health have reported that pediatric-onset obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and Tourette's disorder (TD) share similar genetic and environmental factors, psychiatric features and treatment methods. more...
- Teens with mental disorders may be more likely to engage in risky sexual behaviors
New research from the Bradley Hasbro Children's Research Center reports that teens with mental health disorders are significantly more likely to engage in high-risk sexual behaviors, such as unprotected sex. more...
- Cell phone technology developed to help those with symptoms of depression
According to CTV News, researchers at the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center in Toronto have developed cell phone software that allows teenagers to record and monitor mood changes as they occur. The technology also provides health information related to symptoms of depression and bipolar disorder. more...
- American Academy of Pediatrics calls for less drug and alcohol advertising
According to the U.S. News and World Report, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is calling for a reduction of tobacco ads and alcohol marketing. more...
- Victims are more likely to be depressed than the bullies
Researchers at the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child and Human Health Development have found that young victims of electronic or cyber bullying are more prone to depression than their tormentors. more...
- Gender, socioeconomic status and academic performance associated with teen violence
A recent study conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has revealed that nearly 7.8 million teenagers participated in violent behaviors over the past year. more...
- Video game addiction is as harmful as gambling or alcoholism, experts say
According to a survey conducted by the Center for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto, approximately 10 percent of students spend more than seven hours a day playing computer games, Kelowna.com reports. more...
- Alcoholism may be difficult to recover from due to elevated stress hormone
The rate of teenage alcohol abuse is still high, and many parents are concerned about the long-term effects of drinking on their children. In addition to potential health complications, students who drink are at risk for alcoholism. more...
- Scientists: Cut smoking to improve healthy lifestyle factors
Many people know that a healthy lifestyle means no smoking, no drinking and maintaining a proper weight. A new research study has quantified the impact of combining these factors on an individual's overall health and well-being. more...
- Gene mutations leading to autism and schizophrenia do not run in families
Research conducted at the University of Montreal suggests that family history may not be a reliable indicator of the presence of genetic mutations that could be indicative of autism. more...
- Switching treatment regimen for depression may improve symptoms
According to a team of researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, many teenagers who have depression experience improved symptoms after switching their medication or engaging in cognitive behavioral therapy. more...
- Infrequent gazing and interacting may be an indicator of autism in infants
A study published in the September issue of the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry reports that babies who rarely gaze at other people could be indicating their high risk of developing autism. more...
- Gene implicated in gender-specific prevalence of autism spectrum disorder
Researchers from the Center for Addiction and Mental Health and the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada has provided genetic clues as to why male children seem to be more affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD). more...
- Study finds that harmful effects of alcohol may induce relapse
According to a new study that will be published in the December issue of Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research, drinking alcohol can raise the levels of stress hormones in the blood. more...
- Overweight smokers who do not exercise are more prone to headache
Teens who smoke cigarettes are more likely to have headaches and migraines than their non-smoking peers, according to researchers at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. more...
- Researchers link alcohol and cigarettes to obesity and poor brain health
A new study that will be published in the December issue of Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research has revealed a link between hazardous drinking, chronic cigarette smoking and a high body mass index (BMI). more...
- National Drug Take Back Day is September 25th
According to ABC30.com, prescription drug abuse is one of the fastest growing substance use problems in the country. more...
- ADHD organizations speak out about disorder myths
Four organizations centered around attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have collaborated to address several myths about the condition, which affects up to 9 percent of the population. more...
- Online resources for autism combine to provide news and information
The Autism Support Network (ASN) and Autism Hangout recently announced that they will collaborate to provide resources that can help families and individuals who are affected by the condition. more...