New research reveals that lower intelligence and poorer emotional control in adolescence are associated with an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors over the life course. However, while lower intelligence is linked to a consistently higher suicide risk into late middle age, the association between emotional control and suicide risk diminishes in strength over …
Body art like tattoos and piercings have become increasingly popular among teenagers and young adults around the world. A new study from Chile suggests these body modifications may serve as red flags for risky behaviors like drug and alcohol abuse. Key Facts: 30% of Chilean high school students have piercings, while only 1.7% have tattoos. …
A new study published in BMC Psychiatry has found that short sleep duration is associated with increased risk of suicidal ideation and behavior among American adolescents. Findings indicate that suicide rates have been rising across all racial groups since 2007, and short sleep (<8 hours per night) predicts higher odds of suicide attempts, plans, and …
Researchers explored the relationship between body weight and depression symptoms in teens and adults. They found a link between higher body weight and increased depression, especially among teens. Genetic factors appear to play only a small role. Key Facts: Teens who had higher body mass index (BMI) at age 12 were more likely to have …
A new brain imaging study provides insight into how antidepressants like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may bring about symptom improvement in adolescents with major depressive disorder. The findings suggest that changes in a brain region involved in cognitive control may serve as markers of treatment response. Key Facts: Researchers used MRI scans to examine …
