While many productive adults may look upon their own teen drinking as a harmless rite of passage, others can attest to alcohol’s corrosive effects on youth as far as achievement and a future are concerned. Teenagers as a class are not viewed...
The stereotypical teen diet consists of pop, candy, chips, and ice cream. So, sneaking protein into your teen's diet is important for his overall nutrient intake and growth. Bcm.edu recommends .4 g of protein per pound of body weight for teens....
What is Binge Drinking? Binge drinking is defined as "the consumption of five or more drinks in a row on at least one occasion." In national surveys (in the U.S.A.), about 1/3 of high school seniors and 45 percent of college students...
Whether they're looking for a boost in studying, athletics, partying or just to get through the day, teens consume plenty of energy drinks. About 30 to 50 percent of adolescents and young adults consume energy drinks, according to self-reported...
Between 30 and 50 percent of teens drink energy drinks, according to a 2011 article published in the journal "Pediatrics." However, these drinks are associated with a number of side effects and safety concerns for teens. As they don't provide much...
The number of teens who drink alcohol has risen to alarming numbers. More than 40 percent of all teens admitted to drinking alcohol within the last six months. Alcoholic drinks are the number one choice of drug for many teens. Each year,...
Alcohol use among teens is a widespread problem in the United States, with rates as high as 50 percent among 13-year-old kids, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Several factors go into whether your teen will...
As many as 17 percent of all eighth graders in the U.S. say they've consumed enough alcohol to get drunk in the past month, according to a 1999 study conducted by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. That's a worrying statistic...
As a parent, it's your duty to protect your teen from substances that could affect his performance in school and hurt him in the long run. Pot is a drug that can lead your teen down the wrong pathways, ruining his motivation and causing him to...
Teenage drinking is a serious issue that can lead to physical and emotional problems. Because their own curiosity and their friends' habits can easily sway teenagers, it is necessary to make them aware of the dangers involved with alcohol...
Alcoholism can adversely impact your personal and professional life. Extensive and long-term drinkers may face many serious health complications. The Mayo Clinic reports adolescents who begin drinking in their early teenage years are more likely...
According to KidsHealth, about 80 percent of high school students have tried drinking an alcoholic beverage even though the legal drinking age in the United States is 21. It's important that parents understand the reasons teens drink and the...
According to the Partnership For a Drug-Free America (PDFA) report released in August 2008, drinking among teenagers has dropped significantly. In 1998, 42 percent of teenagers reported they had consumed alcohol during the past month compared to...
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 5,000 persons in the United States under the age of 21 die each year as a result of underage drinking. Alcohol can lead to short-term physical effects, put teens in dangerous...
According to the Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, teenagers do not use tobacco or illegal drugs as much as they drink alcohol. Teen drinking has been known to cause many problems for the person...
The most common reasons people lie about using drugs is to avoid trouble and to deny the existence of a problem. To make anyone who is using drugs to admit his habit, he must first feel like he is secure and around people he trusts. Before...
Teenage drinking causes fears and concerns for many parents. But teens should beware of excessive drinking because it can lead to dangerous consequences and even death. Alcohol abuse can disrupt normal development for young people, lead to serious...
The teenage years are a time when young people try to form an identity and fit in with their peers. They're usually under pressure to perform at school and at sports. Getting into college is competitive and many teens are afraid of disappointing...
Between work, school, friends and extracurricular activities, it's no wonder teenagers may be tempted to turn to energy drinks to boost their energy and beat fatigue. Unfortunately, the effects of energy drinks on teenagers may be more serious...
Alcohol is the most commonly used drug among teenagers. Teens are reported to use alcohol more than marijuana or nicotine, and 80 percent of high school seniors admit to having used alcohol at some point. Because alcohol is so commonly...
Teens with high cholesterol may be at increased risk of developing coronary heart disease and having heart attacks later in life, according to the Nemours Foundation. If your doctor told you that you need to lower your cholesterol, you may be able...
More than 5,000 deaths of people under the age of 21 are linked to alcohol every year, according to Focus Adolescent Services. And the three leading causes of deaths among 15- to 24-year-olds are car crashes, homicides and suicides, with alcohol...
Genetics are often cited as a cause for making a person more vulnerable to alcoholism, but this does not explain all cases of excessive drinking. A person's surroundings can play a strong role on the road to potential alcohol abuse and alcoholism....
Teenage pregnancy is defined as an unintended pregnancy during adolescence. Approximately 750,000 of 15- to 19-year-olds become pregnant each year, according to The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, though many teenagers do not...
As a teen, you may be looking at more than just one way to lose weight and feel your best throughout the day. With the demands and stress from schoolwork, part-time jobs and sports, your body can become strained. One way you can replenish lost...
The drinking of alcohol at an early age can accelerate the development of alcoholism and increase the risks of severe health problems that might affect people early in adulthood. Teens who drink also face immediate consequences that can be...
One of the best ways to spot teenage alcohol abuse is to observe their behavior at home. Some major signs that your teen may be abusing alcohol includes: consistently missing curfew, failing to do their chores, acting disrespectful towards family...
According to the Mayo Clinic, parents often underestimate how often and how much their teenagers drink. Peer pressure and the physical and emotional changes accompanying adolescence make teenagers more susceptible to alcohol abuse. If you suspect...
Being overweight as a teen can take its toll both physically and mentally. It may cause self-esteem and peer problems. Being overweight also increases a teen's risk of developing certain diseases later in life such as diabetes, high blood pressure...