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Articles from November 2010

• More than 6,000 kids in U.S. die from secondhand smoke, study says

  Approximately 165,000 children in the world die each year because of secondhand tobacco smoke, according to a report by the World Health Organization (WHO). more...

• Study: One in nine U.S. teenagers prescribed controlled drugs

  Approximately one out of every nine teenagers in America are prescribed medication that has the potential for abuse, a new study reveals. more...

• Rise in runaway teens a deceiving trend

  Advocates say that millions of troubled teens run away from home, but it is a largely invisible problem because many kids do not live out on the streets. more...

• Counselor says dangerous 'plant food' gaining popularity among troubled teens

  A youth addiction counselor warns that a new drug called mephedrone is gaining popularity among teenagers. more...

• Many bullied teens do not report incidents to adults

  More than 60 percent of gay and lesbian teens who are bullied do not report the harassment to school officials, according to FOX News. more...

• Police sergeant forms student task force against teen drinking

  A sergeant in Pennsylvania said that his staff usually deals with more underage drinking incidents during the fall season because of high school football games, homecoming events and school dances. more...

• Surviving gang member gives hope to troubled teens

  A man who spent his early adulthood in gangs is now trying to help save young African Americans from street violence. more...

• Study: Kids who view x-rated porn are more likely to commit sexual harassment or abuse

  Adolescents who view violent or obscene pornography are more likely to engage in sexually aggressive behavior, according to a new study. more...

• Long Island high school will house drug treatment center for students

  A school district in Long Island will soon become the first in New York to open a drug rehab clinic within the confines of the education facility. more...

• Teen drug use may cause long-term health effects

  A new study reveals that teenagers who use drugs are more likely to develop long-lasting consequences than adults who take illegal substances. more...

• Study: Substance abuse among teens can negatively impact mental abilities

  A new study reveals that teenagers who abuse alcohol or marijuana are at-risk of harming their mental abilities. more...

• Seattle group launches lesson-based program to combat cyberbullying

  A nonprofit organization has released free online lessons to help students and educators address cyberbullying. more...

• Researchers from Yale say that most young gamers are not susceptible to unhealthy behavior

  Researchers from Yale University have found that most teenagers who play video games do not fall into unhealthy behaviors, but children who develop an addiction to virtual games may be more likely to smoke, use drugs, fight or become depressed. more...

• Soccer players suspended for hazing teammates

  Hazing has become a hot topic in the Boston area following an incident that led to the suspension of 10 high school girls. more...

• Study: More than one-quarter of child deaths in Wisconsin were preventable

  A recent study reveals that approximately one in four child deaths that occurred in Wisconsin between 2007 and 2008 could have been prevented. more...

• Texas center helps kids with PTSDs

  A guidance center in Texas recently received a $37,000 grant to extend treatment for children who have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). more...

• Celebrities weigh in on teenage bullying

  Pop icon Madonna recently appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show to discuss bullying. more...

• New teen recovery center opens in Ohio

  A recovery center for troubled teens recently opened in Ohio, according to NBC news affiliate WDTN. more...

• New Jersey towns ban together to combat teen drug abuse

  Communities in New Jersey are making a concerted effort to raise awareness about the dangers of prescription drug abuse. more...

• Parents can help depressed kids by listening and asking difficult questions

  A psychologist in Cleveland says that one of the most effective ways a parent can help a child with depression is by letting them talk. more...

• Federal agency reveals new photo campaign to dissuade youngsters from smoking

  The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHC) recently unveiled its new campaign to reduce the number of smoking-related deaths as well as the rate of new teenagers who take their first puff every day. more...

• Mom says kids' impulsive behavior can be reduced through sensory stimulation

  A guest blogger for MomLogic.com claims that many young kids make messes because they lack other physical stimulants. more...

• New Jersey borough may ban minors from smoking in public

  An administrative division in a New Jersey county is considering an ordinance that would ban minors from smoking in public places. more...

• Georgia high school students warned about dangers associated with Internet use

  Students in a Georgia county were presented with some alarming statistics about sexting, cyberbullying and Internet safety. more...

• Alcoholic energy drink raises concern among medical and law enforcement officials

  Law enforcement officials and doctors in Alabama are spreading the word about an alcoholic energy drink that can send teenagers to the hospital. more...

• Runner ventures across the U.S. to raise money for drug and violence awareness

  John Radich is running across the continental U.S. in an effort to keep kids off drugs and away from gangs. more...

• Iowa citizens mark National Adoption Month by releasing balloons into the sky

  The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry reports that there is an increasing number of children in the U.S. who are in foster care. more...

• Schools in Canada use newborn babies to thwart bullying in schools

  A columnist for the New York Times recently voiced his support for a new anti-bullying method that uses babies to help school-aged children become more sensitive. more...

• Anti-bullying advocate offers helpful tips for concerned parents

  A bullying survivor turned activist recently provided tips for parents who are trying to help a bullied son or daughter. more...

• Doctor alarmed by number of teenage girls having sex

  A gynecologist has released a book intended to educate teenager girls about their changing bodies and the risks of having sex too early. more...

• Counseling center in Houston offers activities and counseling for troubled teens

  A counseling center in Texas is offering sober activities for teenagers in hopes of keeping youngsters away from drugs. more...

• Study: Older brothers bully their siblings to establish dominance

  A recent study reveals that older brothers are more likely than older sisters to bully younger siblings. more...

• Teens in rural area more likely than city kids to misuse prescription medication

  A recent study reveals that teenagers who live in rural areas are more likely to abuse prescribed medication than children living in or near cities. more...

• Number of juvenile repeat offenders increases in Oklahoma

  Young criminals in Oklahoma County are being arrested more often and staying longer at the juvenile detention center, recent data reveals. more...

• Mix It Up campaign battles bullying by asking kids to get to know their peers

  Approximately 1 million students in more than 2,700 schools in the U.S. recently participated in Mix It Up at Lunch Day in an effort to reduce bullying. more...

• Survey: One in 10 children with asthma bullied because of their disorder

  A worldwide survey found that one in 10 kids who have asthma is bullied or teased because of their condition. more...

• Drug use and binge drinking spikes in Tennessee county, survey says

  A recent survey reveals that binge drinking and prescription drug use is on the rise in a Tennessee county. more...

• Survey shows that kids with skin disease more likely to be bullied

  A new survey reveals that kids with the skin problem psoriasis are more likely to be bullied. more...

• School counselors give troubled teens a safe place to talk about their problems

  As many schools in the U.S. are forced to eliminate certain child service programs due to budget cuts, officials in Indiana are advocating for in-school counselors. more...

• Rock band finds its harmony by promoting healthy behavior to kids

  While many musicians over the years have garnered attention for their self-destructive behavior, there is a rock band that is trying to spread a positive message to kids. more...

• Rising drug trends in Connecticut prompt community members to spread message

  Members of a Connecticut community recently got together to discuss the rising trend in prescription drug use among teenagers. more...

• Educators, medical experts see potential dangers in i-dosing

  A school district in Oklahoma has banned iPods in school and also sent warning letters to parents concerning a recent trend called i-dosing. more...