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Our Study Looked At Teens' Social Media Behaviour In 43 Countries - Those From Disadvantaged Backgrounds Face Greater Harms
Using data from over 330,000 young people, we found a clear and consistent pattern: higher levels of problematic social media use that is, compulsive or uncontrolled engagement with social media are associated with poorer wellbeing.
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Anti-Stigma Campaign, Digital Tool Help Mitigate Mental Health Problems In Slums: Study
India is home to the world's largest adolescent population of 253 million, with about one in every five experiencing mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression, according to the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNI
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It's Not Your Child's Fault: Doctor Explains Bedwetting Causes, Shares Tips For Parents
Medical evidence clearly shows that bedwetting is a treatable health condition, and waiting for puberty is not the solution many families believe it to be.
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Boy Reveals NEET Aspirant Sister Spends 10 Hours A Day Talking To AI Chatbots: 'Situation Beyond Repair'
A concerned brother shared how his older sister was spending 9-10 hours every day talking to an AI chatbot whilst preparing for NEET.
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Finland Ranked Happiest For 9th Year, Nordic Nations Top World Happiness Report 2026
Heavy social media use contributes to a stark decline in well-being among young people, with the effects particularly worrying in teenage girls in English-speaking countries and Western Europe, according to the World Happiness Report 2026
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Obesity In Teenagers: Here's Why Early Intervention Is Crucial
Obese children are highly likely to remain obese as adults, creating a lifelong cycle of illness. If obesity persists into adulthood, the risk of chronic diseases and related health problems increases significantly.
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Severe Irritability In Teens Can Be Reduced By Daily Doses Of Vitamins And Minerals - New Research
New research shows broad-spectrum micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) can significantly reduce severe irritability in teenagers. Teens with severely disruptive behaviour experienced especially large improvements.
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Instagram To Alert Parents If Teens Repeatedly Search For Suicide Or Self-Harm Terms
Instagram is introducing parental alerts that notify supervised parents if their teens repeatedly search for suicide or self-harm related terms, expanding its safety measures and strengthening mental health support tools.
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Sugary Drinks Linked To Higher Anxiety Risk In Teens, Finds New Study
The new study conducted by researchers from Bournemouth University found that consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages increased the risk of anxiety among adolescents by 34%.
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Exam Stress And Negative Self-Talk: How To Boost Confidence And Resilience In Teens
Teens can overcome exam stress and negative self-talk by building confidence through preparation.
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Ghaziabad Teen Suicide Case: Gaming Addiction Can Push Vulnerable Teens To Crisis, Warns Doctor
Following the tragic triple suicide of three sisters in Ghaziabad allegedly linked to online gaming, experts warn that gaming addiction and compulsive screen use can increase emotional distress and risks of self-harm in teens, underscoring the need f
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4 Signs And Symptoms Of Digital Addiction In Teenagers
Digital addiction affects 25-30% of teenagers who exhibit problematic smartphone or internet use. There are mild, moderate, and severe symptoms of digital addiction that you need to be aware about, in order to take action at the right time.
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Mental Health Disorders Affect 7.3% Of Indian Teens In 12 States, Centre Says
The prevalence of mental health disorders in the age group 13-17 years is about 7.3 per cent in 12 states, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav said on Thursday.
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Families Sue OpenAI, Say ChatGPT 'Counselled' Teen On Suicide
OpenAI is facing seven lawsuits claiming ChatGPT drove people to suicide and harmful delusions even when they had no prior mental health issues.
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Online Trolling's Toxic Toll: The Severe Mental Health Impact Of Cyberbullying On Kids And Teens
Decoding the mental health impact of cyberbullying on kids and teens in light of the KBC kid's behaviour and the online fallout.
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Our Study Looked At Teens' Social Media Behaviour In 43 Countries - Those From Disadvantaged Backgrounds Face Greater Harms
Using data from over 330,000 young people, we found a clear and consistent pattern: higher levels of problematic social media use that is, compulsive or uncontrolled engagement with social media are associated with poorer wellbeing.
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Anti-Stigma Campaign, Digital Tool Help Mitigate Mental Health Problems In Slums: Study
India is home to the world's largest adolescent population of 253 million, with about one in every five experiencing mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression, according to the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNI
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It's Not Your Child's Fault: Doctor Explains Bedwetting Causes, Shares Tips For Parents
Medical evidence clearly shows that bedwetting is a treatable health condition, and waiting for puberty is not the solution many families believe it to be.
-
Boy Reveals NEET Aspirant Sister Spends 10 Hours A Day Talking To AI Chatbots: 'Situation Beyond Repair'
A concerned brother shared how his older sister was spending 9-10 hours every day talking to an AI chatbot whilst preparing for NEET.
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Finland Ranked Happiest For 9th Year, Nordic Nations Top World Happiness Report 2026
Heavy social media use contributes to a stark decline in well-being among young people, with the effects particularly worrying in teenage girls in English-speaking countries and Western Europe, according to the World Happiness Report 2026
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Obesity In Teenagers: Here's Why Early Intervention Is Crucial
Obese children are highly likely to remain obese as adults, creating a lifelong cycle of illness. If obesity persists into adulthood, the risk of chronic diseases and related health problems increases significantly.
-
Severe Irritability In Teens Can Be Reduced By Daily Doses Of Vitamins And Minerals - New Research
New research shows broad-spectrum micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) can significantly reduce severe irritability in teenagers. Teens with severely disruptive behaviour experienced especially large improvements.
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Instagram To Alert Parents If Teens Repeatedly Search For Suicide Or Self-Harm Terms
Instagram is introducing parental alerts that notify supervised parents if their teens repeatedly search for suicide or self-harm related terms, expanding its safety measures and strengthening mental health support tools.
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Sugary Drinks Linked To Higher Anxiety Risk In Teens, Finds New Study
The new study conducted by researchers from Bournemouth University found that consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages increased the risk of anxiety among adolescents by 34%.
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Exam Stress And Negative Self-Talk: How To Boost Confidence And Resilience In Teens
Teens can overcome exam stress and negative self-talk by building confidence through preparation.
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Ghaziabad Teen Suicide Case: Gaming Addiction Can Push Vulnerable Teens To Crisis, Warns Doctor
Following the tragic triple suicide of three sisters in Ghaziabad allegedly linked to online gaming, experts warn that gaming addiction and compulsive screen use can increase emotional distress and risks of self-harm in teens, underscoring the need f
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4 Signs And Symptoms Of Digital Addiction In Teenagers
Digital addiction affects 25-30% of teenagers who exhibit problematic smartphone or internet use. There are mild, moderate, and severe symptoms of digital addiction that you need to be aware about, in order to take action at the right time.
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Mental Health Disorders Affect 7.3% Of Indian Teens In 12 States, Centre Says
The prevalence of mental health disorders in the age group 13-17 years is about 7.3 per cent in 12 states, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav said on Thursday.
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Families Sue OpenAI, Say ChatGPT 'Counselled' Teen On Suicide
OpenAI is facing seven lawsuits claiming ChatGPT drove people to suicide and harmful delusions even when they had no prior mental health issues.
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Online Trolling's Toxic Toll: The Severe Mental Health Impact Of Cyberbullying On Kids And Teens
Decoding the mental health impact of cyberbullying on kids and teens in light of the KBC kid's behaviour and the online fallout.
