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Limiting Screen Time Improves Sleep, Academics, Behavior
Parents may not always see it, but efforts to limit their children’s screen time can make a difference. A new study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, found children get more sleep, do better in school, behave better, and see other health benefits when parents limit content and the amount of time their children spend on the computer or in front of the TV.
Douglas Gentile, PhD, lead study author and an associate professor of psychology at Iowa State University, says the effects are not immediate, and that makes it difficult for parents to recognize them. As a result, parents may think it is not worth the effort to monitor and limit their children’s media use. But Gentile says they have more power than they realize.
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Bullying Takes Mental and Physical Toll for Decades
NPR reports on a study of anxiety and depression resulting from bullying that can follow individuals into early adulthood.
New Pain Medication Feared to Reignite Prescription Drug Deaths
According to The New York Times, state health officials and advocacy groups fear a newly approved pain medication will spark another wave of prescription drug deaths.
Social Connections Help Protect Health
USA TODAY reports on a study finding that loneliness raises the risk of premature death, and that friendships can contribute to longevity.
FDA Proposes First Regulations for E-Cigarettes
According to The Washington Post, the FDA's proposal of e-cigarette regulations shows uncertainty about whether they help people quit smoking or open the door to smoking real cigarettes. |
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Treatments for Veterans With PTSD — Outside the Traditional Toolbox
Complementary and alternative therapies may be useful adjuncts in working with veterans for whom standard treatments have been inadequate and for those who wish to enhance overall wellness. Read more »
Immigration and Sexual Abuse —
Protecting Undocumented Children
Social workers can assist noncitizen children and families who fear being discovered as undocumented if sexual abuse is detected and reported. Read more »
Project Aims to End
LGBT Youths’ Homelessness
By working across sectors and in coalition with other organizations and agencies, Forty to None provides leadership and energy to help end the crisis of LGBT youth homelessness. Read more » |
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Mobile Dad App Helps Military Fathers
Stay Connected With Family
TODAY reports on a mobile app that can help military fathers stay in touch with family.
App to Get Cancer Survivors More Active
New research hopes to explore the potential of using mobile apps to encourage childhood cancer survivors to be more physically active. Learn more » |
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