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Articles from February 2011
- Differences in data show that there may be no autism epidemic
A study from The Research Council of Norway reveals that there may not be an autism epidemic occurring presently. more...
- Tobacco prevention programs help teens stay away from cigarettes
Tobacco use among teens has been steadily during decreasing the past decade, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. more...
- Program highlights parental involvement in helping combat teen drug abuse
Many experts believe that early intervention with regards to adolescent drug use may put teens on the road to success rather than addiction. more...
- Study shows that many troubled teens post videos of self-injury online
Many people use the site YouTube to post videos of what they like to do. more...
- Study shows that serotonin levels may be linked to autism
A study recently published in the Journal of Neurochemistry reveals that the neurotransmitter serotonin may play a role in many cases of autism. more...
- Tennessee hospital creates team to fight drug abuse among troubled teens
Many organizations are receiving state and federal grants to help curb drug use in their area. more...
- Fake smiling through the day can have a negative impact on mood and productivity
Michigan State University researchers report that employees who wear fake smiles throughout the work day may worsen their mood and decrease their productivity. more...
- Relationships impact women's likelihood for depression and alcohol problems
According to scientists at the University of Michigan Health System, depression - unlike problems with alcohol or antisocial behavior - tends to increase with age among middle-aged, addiction-prone women. more...
- Resilience during a romantic quarrel depends on attachment to caregiver in infancy
Research published in the journal Psychological Science has found that a couple's ability to bounce back from having a fight depends on what each partner was like as an infant. more...
- Parental satisfaction with neighborhood parks decreases sedentary activity among children
Easy access to a park or playground can improve the health and physical activity of children, according to research from the Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition Research at Australia's Deakin University. more...
- Program uses cognitive therapy to treat symptoms of autism and ADHD
Behavioral experts recently developed a virtual online training may help individuals who suffer from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism by using advanced cutting-edge technology treatment. more...
- Prescription tracking system bill gains support in Nebraska
Many states are beginning to draft bills that will make it illegal to "doctor shop" for prescription medication. Meanwhile, others are proposing a drug tracking system to keep painkillers away from children and teens. more...
- West Virginia found to be the only state with an increase in teen birth rate
A recent survey from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals that West Virginia is the only state to see an increase in teen pregnancy rates from 2007 to 2009, The Charleston Gazette reports. more...
- California schools battle depression by screening their students
Some schools in the Los Angeles area are beginning to keep a closer eye on teen depression and suicide threats. more...
- Social host bill gets support in Mississippi
any lawmakers across the U.S. are introducing bills that make it illegal for adults to provide a place for underage drinking. more...
- Study: Mirror movements may help doctors diagnose ADHD
A recent study from the Kennedy Krieger Institute shows that mirror movements children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may aid in a formal diagnosis of the condition. more...