Mental Health
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E-cigarette use in teens increases risk of cannabis use
The association between baseline e-cigarette use and later heavy marijuana use was significant for 12- to 14-year -olds.
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MDedge Daily News: Can a nasal spray reverse suicidality?
And pain relievers and inflammatory bowel disease? It’s complicated.
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MDedge Daily News: Shingles boosts stroke risk
And marijuana use may spur change in safety-sensitive industries.
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Anxiety, depression prevalent in children with comorbid autism and ADHD
An increased prevalence of anxiety and mood disorders was found in adolescents compared with school-aged children with both ASD and ADHD.
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MDedge Daily News: Where doctors stand on Medicaid work requirements
And asthma is flourishing in a surprising location.
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MDedge Daily News: Is rosacea a red flag for deeper dangers?
And why reading aloud to kids can cut hyperactivity.
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Eating disorders put teens at risk for depression, bullying
A longitudinal study of adolescents suggests that disordered eating may precede depressive symptoms and poor peer relations.
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MDedge Daily News: Diabetes patients ignore a deadly risk
And a three-in-one pill could change hypertension treatment.
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Caffeine for apnea of prematurity found safe, effective at 11 years
At 11-year follow-up, caffeine significantly improved visuomotor, visuoperceptual, and visuospatial performance.
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Early reading aloud, play reduced hyperactivity at school entry
Video feedback discussed with parents reinforced the effects of reading aloud and playing on behavior.