Adolescent Medicine

Teenagers are a very social group and the pandemic has severely restricted the ability to socialize. A new poll examines the impact of this restriction.

Prescription opioid misuse has been linked to suicidality. A study examines whether the timing of the misuse, either past or current, has an impact.

Coronavirus 2019 disease (COVID-19) is often mild, but can lead to cardiovascular harm. Ensuring the safe return to sports by affected children will be a necessity.

A 17-year-old boy with a history of anxiety was transported from a juvenile detention center for altered mental status, including hallucinations and agitation. What's the diagnosis?

It is crucial that teenagers get adequate sleep, but unfortunately some may battle insomnia. Could a brief intervention help improve outcomes?

A study looks at follow-up care for long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) insertion.

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, or other sexual minority (LGB+) teenaged girls are more likely to get pregnant than their peers. Could a text message program help reduce this?

The loneliness and isolation of the pandemic has wreaked havoc on the mental health of many. A report examines whether this translated into more suicidal ideation and behavior.

A report offers insight into whether the timing of bariatric surgery has an impact on outcomes.

Much of the focus on media use plans has been on young children, but do they have an impact on adolescent media consumption?

An investigation examines how cannabis use disorder affects teenagers and young adults with mood disorders.

A poll of parents examines whether utilizing peer support could be an effective way to help teenagers discuss mental health issues.

Telemedicine has become one of the main avenues for practicing medicine in the era of COVID-19. Here’s a look at contraceptive counseling when using such services.

An investigation examines whether children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are at increased risk of substance use disorder.

A report examines whether the age a child is exposed to dysfunctional behavior in their homes was linked to future adverse outcomes.

An investigation examines whether parental prescription opioid use impacts a child’s opioid use and misuse.

Teenagers lulled into ingesting large amounts of diphenhydramine through social media are facing serious health consequences.

A report examines the latest trends in adolescent vaping, including the popularity of JUUL and flavors.

Pop culture can provide an avenue to discuss mental health. A report examines how often mental health is discussed in one of the most popular musical genres, rap.

The transition from adolescence to adulthood can be fraught. Could support during this period help lessen later mental health issues?

Originally marketed to help adults quit smoking, electronic nicotine delivery systems have also been seen as a way of getting teenagers hooked on nicotine. An investigation offers some insight.

Teenagers all over the United States have been taught to not drink and drive, but ongoing legalization of cannabis can add a new wrinkle. An investigation examines just how much cannabis could impair driving.

An investigation looks into whether gender-affirming therapies allow young trans individuals to have more typical sexual and romantic development.

The United States has been working on increasing human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine coverage, with many potential interventions suggested. Are these interventions both effective and cost-effective?

A presentation at the virtual 2020 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition reminded practitioners of the 3 guiding principles of psychopharmacology.

Bullying is a far too common problem in childhood. A meta-analysis examines the effectiveness of anti-bullying interventions.

Are targeted screenings for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or universally offered screenings more cost effective than not screening? An investigation offers some answers.

Children and teenagers who are LGBT have been shown to engage in some risky behaviors, moreso than their contemporaries. A new investigation looks at whether they are more likely to smoke or start smoking than their peers.

Suicide is on the rise among children and teenagers. Access to mental health care isn’t always as accessible in rural areas as it is in urban centers. Are pediatric patients in these regions lacking much-needed suicide prevention services?

A new report looks into how environmental exposures can negatively impact an adolescent’s perceived stress.