Juvenile drug abuse
As tobacco use among teens and young adults in the United States has significantly declined since the 1970s, a worrying trend has emerged: cannabis use has not followed the same downward trajectory, raising concerns about a potential reverse gateway from cannabis to regular tobacco use. To investigate this association, researchers
Youth
Research conducted using data from the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study has shed light on the complex relationship between substance use (SU) expectancies and peer influence on early adolescents. Specifically, the study examined the effects of peer teasing and exclusion (PTEs) on SU expectancies and subsequent substance use. The
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A new study from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has shed light on the concerning trend of hazardous alcohol and cannabis use among youths entering residential care. The research, which analyzed data from 2,256 youth aged 9-18, found that while secular trends in alcohol and cannabis use have declined in
Family
Research has shown a significant association between family structure and the onset of substance use among early adolescents. A study published in the journal Demography found that early adolescents living with single mothers exhibited higher substance use rates compared to those living with married mothers. The investigation, conducted in Australia,
Youth
Black and Latine transgender/gender-expansive youth and emerging adults ages 13-24 experience disproportionately high HIV risk in the US, yet have the lowest PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) uptake rates. Research from Columbia University's HIV Center for Clinical and Behavioral Studies, Division of Gender, Sexuality and Health, used structural equation
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Research conducted by a team of experts at Massachusetts General Hospital has shed new light on the relationship between treatment duration and risk for substance use disorder (SUD) in young people with major depressive disorder (MDD) and bipolar disorder (BPD). The study, which analyzed data from patients aged 16-30 years
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A concerning gap exists in how health professionals support young people dealing with mental health challenges and tobacco use, a new study has found. According to the 2022 National Youth Tobacco Survey, nearly half of middle and high school students reported experiencing some psychological distress, and were more likely to
Columbia University
Black and Latine transgender/gender-expansive youth and emerging adults ages 13-24 experience disproportionately high HIV risk in the US, yet have the lowest PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) uptake rates. Research from Columbia University's HIV Center for Clinical and Behavioral Studies, Division of Gender, Sexuality and Health, used structural equation
Youth
Adolescents who experience racially-motivated discrimination are more likely to engage in tobacco use and exhibit tobacco dependence, highlighting a critical public health concern. A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Mississippi aimed to investigate the association between discrimination distress and tobacco use outcomes among adolescents in the
Youth
Today, Health Canada announced a $10 million investment through the Youth Mental Health Fund (YMHF) to expand Integrated Youth Services (IYS) in Alberta, making it easier for young people and their families to find the help they need. This investment builds on Canada's largest investment in youth mental
Youth
As part of its commitment to addressing youth mental health, Health Canada has announced a $10 million investment in the Youth Mental Health Fund (YMHF) to expand Integrated Youth Services (IYS) in Alberta. The IYS model provides a one-stop-shop for youth to access mental health, primary care, substance use, sexual
Youth
A staggering 47.6% of U.S. adolescents reported some level of psychological distress, with those experiencing anxiety or depression significantly more likely to be screened for tobacco use but not more likely to receive advice to avoid tobacco, a new study published in Pediatrics Open Science has revealed. The
