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A recent study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders has shed light on the alarming rates of suicidality among lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, queer, asexual, and questioning (LGB+) youth in Japan. The study, conducted by researchers from Nagoya City University, analyzed data from a 2024 national cross-sectional online survey
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A study published in Current Psychology has revealed the longitudinal associations between non-physical bullying victimization, sleep quality, anxiety, and depression in adolescents. The research, conducted by a team from Shenzhen University, used a sample of 623 adolescents from a middle school in China and found that non-physical bullying victimization at
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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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New research has shed light on the significant co-occurrence of obsessive-compulsive symptoms (OCS) and major depressive disorder (MDD) in adolescents, with findings indicating that a substantial proportion of adolescents with MDD also experience OCS. The study, conducted by researchers at the Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, highlighted the
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Research presented by the Chinese University of Hong Kong has shown that aerobic exercise-based physical activity can significantly reduce suicidal ideation and alleviate sleep disturbances in adolescents with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The study involved 72 adolescents with ADHD who were randomly assigned to either an exercise group or a
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The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the mental health of people worldwide, including Japan. A recent study conducted by the University of Airlangga has shed light on the alarming trend of increased suicide rates among Japanese teenagers since the pandemic began. The research used a qualitative approach
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A recent study published in Acta Psychologica explores the relationship between life satisfaction and non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) among adolescents. Researchers from Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University in China investigated how life satisfaction influences NSSI and identified its underlying mechanisms among adolescent patients. The study found that
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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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A recent challenge, initiated by Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT), provided students with an opportunity to actively demonstrate their positive role in society. In response to student feedback, the "Out There" challenge was created, allowing students to work in teams to deliver community projects that contributed to their
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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
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The Sixth Form Bolton's students are making a significant impact in promoting mental health awareness and providing peer-to-peer support after completing a comprehensive Mental Health First Aider course. Led by assistant principal Sarah Ball, a total of 83 students and 45 staff members have now completed the training,
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A new study published in Patient Education and Counseling has shed light on the challenges and facilitators of transitioning patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) from pediatric to adult healthcare settings. The research, conducted by the Heart Research Institute in Sydney, Australia, aimed to explore the experiences of adult patients
