Nitrous Oxide Use Among Young Adults ‘More Dangerous Than Cocaine,’ Neurologist Warns

Posted by [reposted by] Jim Liebelt · March 21, 2023

Published in Families, Alcohol-Drugs, At-Risk, Culture, Teen Behaviors

A neurologist says nitrous oxide is “more dangerous than cocaine” and some teens and young adults may be using over 150 canisters in a single day.

Study Finds COVID-19 Pandemic Has Long-Lasting Effects on Adolescent Mental Health and Substance Use

Posted by [reposted by] Jim Liebelt · March 20, 2023

Published in Families, Alcohol-Drugs, COVID-19, Culture, Mental Health, Teen Behaviors

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a long-lasting impact on adolescent mental health and substance use, according to a study based on a nationwide sample of over 64,000 13–18-year-old North American and Icelandic adolescents.

Culture Post: Physical Activity Can Help Mental Health in Pre-Teen Years

By [reposted by] Jim Liebelt · March 17, 2023

Published in Families, Culture, Mental Health, Teen Behaviors

Regular physical activity can improve adolescents’ mental health and help with behavioral difficulties, research suggests.

Did ‘Helicopter’ Parents Cause the Mental Health Crisis in Today’s Young?

Posted by [reposted by] Jim Liebelt · March 16, 2023

Published in Families, Culture, Mental Health, Parenting, Teen Behaviors

Kids and teens are struggling with their mental health in America, and one new report suggests the overinvolvement of parents may be partly to blame.

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