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Social media exposure linked to increased cannabis, dual substance use in adolescents
Frequent exposure to cannabis and e-cigarette posts on social media is linked to increased teen cannabis and dual substance use, according to a study published in JAMA.
AAP updates guidance on genetic testing for developmental delay
AAP updates clinical guidance to help pediatricians navigate genetic evaluation of children with global developmental delay or intellectual disability.
Artificial intelligence improves accuracy in estimating child abuse
New model refines prevalence estimates, reduces misdiagnoses compared to the current coding system.
CBD may ease autism symptoms in children
CBD cannabis extract may improve social responsiveness and reduce disruptive behavior in children with autism, with no increase in adverse effects, according to a recent study
Study finds parents' screen habits shape kids' media exposure
Parents’ screen habits influence kids' media use, with bedroom and mealtime screen time increasing exposure to mature content.
Study: No association between montelukast and neuropsychiatric adverse event risk
"In aggregation with other robust observational studies, these results can inform the management of asthma and allergic rhinitis in this patient group," wrote the study authors.