News: teen health

Los adolescentes suelen tener fuertes reacciones emocionales acompañadas de sentimientos de frustración, agobio, mal humor, cansancio y enfado. Como padre, ¿cómo puede saber si los factores de estrés físico y...

No es raro que los adolescentes se sientan tristes, ansiosos, confundidos o angustiados. Cuando las emociones negativas se vuelven abrumadoras, los jóvenes de 12 a 14 años pueden empezar a...

It's no surprise hip pain is a common problem in teenage athletes. It's important to know the different types of hip pain and how to manage it.

Dealing with an angry teenager? Find out why teens get mad, what's normal, and how some expert tips can help your child feel better.

At any given time, eating disorders affect millions of people of every age, race, size, gender identity, sexual orientation, and background.  Kristin Francis, MD, a psychiatrist at Huntsman Mental Health...

You may not rock them to sleep any more, but you can help your teen get the sleep they need.

This summer the majority of teens will be left home alone for at least some amount of time, and there are plenty of ways for them to get in trouble...

Almost every teen now has an account on at least one social media platform. They use it to reach out to friends, to share experiences, and to tell the world...

The challenge involves closely spraying aerosol deodorant on bare skin for as long as the person can stand it. It hurts in the moment, and can have lasting impacts as...

Marijuana use is becoming more common and more accepted in society.

This guide will answer your questions about puberty, your period, and more.

University of Utah is taking part in a nationwide, landmark study designed to address questions about how typical teen experiences – such as social media, lack of sleep and head...

A concussion is a serious injury that should never be taken lightly, and recovery should never be rushed. However, many patients try to do just that.

The number of children and adolescents who are at an unhealthy weight is at a record high, with about 20% of Utah elementary school and high school students overweight or...

There are lots of "do it yourself" projects you can complete successfully with just a little time and effort. However, "do it yourself" braces is not one of them.