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Teen years are for experimenting. Sometimes that means experimenting with drugs and engaging in other risky behaviors. Nearly 400 teens, half of which were prenatally exposed to cocaine, will be studied in their adolescent years. Researchers will look at the youths' choices when it comes to using drugs, having sex or engaging in delinquent behaviors, and see if there is an association with pre
Greater influence over everyday life, emotional support, and cultural and recreational activities help to enable teenage girls to withstand stress.
Adolescent obesity is associated with having less sleep. Reduction in sleep could be related to a higher caffeine intake, more hours of technology use and increased symptoms of sleep disorders (such as snoring).