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Gene Linked to Common Form of Migraine Discovered
September 27, 2010 — An international study has identified a gene associated with common migraines. Their findings show that a mutation in the KCNK18 gene inhibits the function of a protein called TRESK. TRESK normally ... > full story -
Baby Boomers Raise Midlife Suicide Rate, Study Suggests
September 27, 2010 — Baby boomers appear to be driving a dramatic rise in suicide rates among middle-aged people. The suicide rate for middle-aged people -- a group considered relatively protected from suicide and with ... > full story -
In Cyber Bullying, Depression Hits Victims Hardest
September 25, 2010 — Young victims of electronic or cyber bullying — which occurs online or by cell phone — are more likely to suffer from depression than their tormentors are, a new study finds. “Kids ... > full story -
Nearly One in Three Adolescents Participated in a Violent Behavior Over Past Year, U.S. Study Finds
September 25, 2010 — A new national U.S. study reveals that nearly 7.8 million adolescents aged 12 to 17, almost one third (30.9 percent), participated in any of three violent behaviors over the past year. The study ... > full story -
Abortion Does Not Cause Depression or Low Self-Esteem in Adolescents, National U.S. Study Finds
September 24, 2010 — A new study has determined that teenagers who have abortions are no more likely to become depressed or have low self-esteem than their peers whose pregnancies do not end in ... > full story -
Young Teens Who Play Sports Feel Healthier and Happier About Life
September 22, 2010 — Taking part in sports is good all round for young teens: physically, socially, and mentally, according to a new study. New research shows that middle-school teenagers who are physically active and ... > full story -
Smoking During Pregnancy May Harm the Child’s Motor Control and Coordination
September 22, 2010 — Women who smoke during pregnancy run the risk of adversely affecting their children's coordination and physical control according to a new study. Boys' abilities may be affected to a greater extent ... > full story -
Too Much TV, Video and Computer Can Make Teens Fatter
September 20, 2010 — Too much television, video games and Internet can increase body fat in teens. A five-year study has found teenagers have four different patterns of screen use: increasers, decreasers, consistently ... > full story -
Teenagers Are More Sedentary on Weekends
September 17, 2010 — The new school year has started and the school routine is back. A new study has shown how the proportion of young people who watch television and play on the computer for more than two hours per day ... > full story -
Standardized Violence-Prevention Programs May Not Prevent Teen Fighting, Findings Suggest
September 17, 2010 — Researchers have uncovered new insights on adolescent fighting: what triggers it, and how to stem ... > full story
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