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A comprehensive study analyzing data from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2021 has highlighted a significant increase in the burden of mental disorders, substance use disorders, and self-harm among global youth over the past three decades. The research, published in the journal Translational Psychiatry, found that in 2021, the
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To commemorate Seyi Tinubu's 40th birthday, the Noella Foundation, along with his friends and well-wishers, has launched a series of country-wide initiatives aimed at underprivileged groups, including widows, youths, and sickle cell patients. The initiatives, designed to create lasting social impact, focus on health, entrepreneurship, and education, with
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NRBC Bank PLC has taken a proactive step towards promoting financial literacy among students at Jagannath University. The bank's week-long Festival of Youth campaign began on Sunday, aiming to inspire students to develop sound financial habits and guide them in pursuing higher education and entrepreneurship opportunities. The campaign&
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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
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Research has shown that youth with a parent in the U.S. military are more likely to experience suicidal ideation, plans, and attempts compared to their peers without a parent in the military. Firearm access has been identified as a significant risk factor for suicide mortality among this population. However,
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Researchers have developed a novel approach to suicide prevention in early psychosis, specifically designed for clinical high-risk youth. The approach, known as the Youth-Nominated Support Teams for Youth at Clinical High Risk for Psychosis (YST-CHR), was created to address the unique needs of this vulnerable population. The study, published in
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A recent study has shed new light on the complex factors influencing suicide ideation among youth in juvenile justice residential facilities. Conducted by researchers from the University of Florida, the study aimed to examine the joint effects of personal and environmental predictors on suicide ideation among this vulnerable population. The
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The annual Expand North Star 2025 exhibition in Dubai is witnessing remarkable participation from young Emirati entrepreneurs presenting their innovative digital solutions across diverse sectors. The event, organized by Dubai World Trade Centre and hosted by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, is taking place at Dubai Harbour from 12-15 October.
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President Andry Rajoelina has spoken out on the mounting problems facing the island nation, promising to "listen and find solutions" to the grievances of the youth-led protests that have gripped Madagascar for nearly two weeks. The protests, inspired by "Gen Z" movements in Kenya and Nepal,
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OpenAI is taking a proactive stance to ensure a safer experience for teen users on its popular chatbot platform, ChatGPT. In the wake of recent concerns over AI chatbot safety for young users, OpenAI has introduced parental controls that are designed to provide a more "age-appropriate" experience. The
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A recent study has shed new light on the complex relationships between identity markers, substance use, and depressive symptoms among Hispanic sexual minority youth (HSMY). The research, conducted by a team of experts from the University of Miami, analyzed a sample of 974 Hispanic adolescents and identified distinct profiles of
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Researchers at the University of Michigan have found that flavored marijuana vaping is the most common form of cannabis use among American teenagers. According to the annual Monitoring the Future surveys, particularly sharp increases in flavor use were seen among younger teens between 2021 and 2024. The study, funded by
