Mental Health

Recent media reports have highlighted the health risks associated with social media use among adolescents.

Children and adults with autism spectrum disorder had significantly increased risk for self-harm and suicidality, according to results of a systematic review and meta-analysis published in JAMA Network Open.

Between 2011 and 2019, fewer than 12% of adolescents with major depression and substance use disorder were treated for both conditions, according to results of a survey study published in JAMA Network Open.

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force said there was insufficient evidence to make a recommendation on whether clinicians should screen asymptomatic adolescents and adults for eating disorders.

The AAP and other pediatric groups on Tuesday declared that a “worsening crisis in child and adolescent mental health” brought on by COVID-19 “and the ongoing struggle for racial justice” constitutes a national emergency.

Depressive symptoms and clinically significant depression were frequent more than 12 weeks after SARS-CoV-2 infection, according to a systematic review published in Journal of Psychiatric Research.

Otsuka and Lundbeck have announced FDA acceptance of a supplemental new drug application for Rexulti for the treatment of schizophrenia in adolescents.

Prescription digital therapeutic company Limbix announced the launch of a digital tool for teens and young adults with depression symptoms.

Interventions that help limit youth access to handguns during moments of crisis may especially benefit rural-remote communities, according to results of a cross-sectional study published in JAMA Network Open.

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to significant changes in the dynamics of children’s suicide attempts, according to results of a cross-sectional study published in JAMA Network Open.