Articles for Tag: "adolescents"

The 411 on scoliosis 
The 411 on scoliosis
Learn from the experts the signs, symptoms and treatment options for this common spinal problem.
Challenges facing transgender adolescents 
Challenges facing transgender adolescents
Learn some of the struggles these youth go through and how you can support them.
5 ways to reduce your teen’s chances of sexting 
5 ways to reduce your teen’s chances of sexting
Raising young adults in the digital age can be tricky. Learn how to help your teen use mobile devices responsibly.
Bullied kids exercise less 
Bullied kids exercise less
Experts find that middle school students who are teased during gym class are less likely to participate in physical activity.
How energy drinks can harm your heart 
How energy drinks can harm your heart
Health experts warn that popular, highly caffeinated beverages can be a strain on your heart.
Parents: Skip talking about weight at the dinner table 
Parents: Skip talking about weight at the dinner table
A new study suggests that parents can help their teens avoid eating disorders by simply changing up dinner time conversations.
What parents should know about synthetic pot  Featured
What parents should know about synthetic pot
It’s sometimes called “spice,” “K2,” or “blaze.” But a recent surge of deaths in the U.S. due to synthetic marijuana has many parents calling it “deadly.”