Fathers' Smoking May Up Asthma-Risk In Kids
Men who indulge in smoking since their adolescence may put their future children at more than three times higher risk of an early-onset of asthma, a finding suggests.
Can Nutritional Deficiency Affect Teenage Behaviour?
Adolescence can get overwhelming. It is a phase marked by flux and emotional unrest. It is only natural for teenagers to exhibit the chaos that manifests within. But did you know that the situation usually ...
Depression Becoming More Common Among U.S. Teens
The number of U.S. adolescents and young adults with untreated depression may be on the rise, a recent study suggests.
Heavy Drinking During Youth Can Disrupt Brain Development
Excessive alcohol use during adolescence can disrupt the development of brain and increase risk of substance use disorder later in life, a study says.
Overweight Teens at Higher Risk of Liver Diseases in Later Life
Being overweight during adolescence can put men at significantly higher risk of developing severe liver disease later in life.
World Obesity Day 2016: This Global Killer is on the Rise in the Developing World
More people in the world are obese than underweight, with child and adolescent obesity rising rapidly, particularly in developing nations, the United Nations said ahead of the second annual World Obesity Day on Tuesday.
Is Sugar the New Tobacco: AIIMS Global Symposium to Discuss
"National dietary surveys indicate that drinks and foods high in free sugars can be a major source of unnecessary calories in people's diets, particularly in the case of children, adolescents and young adults," it says.
Teenage Weight Tied to Odds of Diabetes-Related Death
The increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and eventually dying from the disease, begins early in life and at weights in the -normal- range, a new study suggests.
Can Moderate Screen Time Increase Teenagers' Well-Being?
Spending hours in front of digital screen may be harmful for adolescents.
Is Your Teen Feeling Lonely? Take Note, It Can Cause Insomnia
A host of factors can contribute towards your teen feeling this way. The best way is to have a friendly relationship and listen out the issues.