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Teen Depression Linked to Internet Overuse

Teenagers who have an unhealthy dependence on the Internet are almost twice as likely to become depressed as other teens, giving parents yet another good reason to limit kids' screen time. That's the news from a study in Pediatrics, which tracked the Internet use of teenagers in China, where "Internet addiction" is considered a serious and growing problem.

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Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive disorder, is a brain disorder that causes shifts in mood that differ from the normal ups and downs most people experience. These shifts can be severe and affect a person's energy, motivation, and ability to function, but medicines can help. more »

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Eating Disorders

Besides anorexia and bulimia, disordered eating behaviors include binge eating; over-exercising; chronic dieting; and the abuse of diet pills, laxatives, enemas, or diuretics. Learn how to recognize and treat them. more »

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