Tag Archives: Teen’s health

There is a strong link between substance abuse (addiction to prescription drugs, alcohol and controlled substances, along with drugs) and suicidal tendencies. The interplay of the drugs used, brain’s chemistry …

The World Obesity Day is celebrated on 11th October every year. It is organised by the World Obesity Federation, a non-profit body which is in official relations with the WHO. The day …

Increasing teen pregnancy is only adding to India’s already populous country. There are many methods to confirm your pregnancy, You can use our pregnancy calculator to find your estimated due …

Hygiene is as important for a mother and the new born. Proper post delivery hygiene for mother and baby, both, ensures that the duo does not contract any infection and …

The incidences of teen sex are on the rise. No longer an escapable event, it is best to equip teens with information about sex so that they view it in …

At times, parents might notice their child (who’s always full of energy) showing signs of lethargy. Many just write it off as a phase, but as a parent, you should …

Most teenagers believe that right after they hit puberty, it would be ‘super cool’ if they joined a gym and started bodybuilding. That’s actually more harmful than it sounds because, …

Whether currently at a healthy weight, overweight, or at risk of becoming obese, everyone can take steps to prevent weight gain from unhealthy habits and health problems. Preventing obesity or …

1. What’s the first thing you can do to lose weight? Set a goal! Find out your ideal weight according to your height and compare it to your current weight. …

There was something different in Karan’s voice. At first I thought it was a sore throat but soon realized he was at the age where a boy’s voice becomes a …

Is peer pressure making your life tough? Have you ever felt the need to dress a certain way, flaunt a particular accessory and develop a love for music/movies or visit …

What is childhood obesity? Childhood obesity is a serious public health challenge faced globally by many middle- and low-income countries, especially in urban settings. WHO statistics show that there were …

Vision problems in children are a big concern. Around one in every five children has a vision problem. Those with eye sight issues face challenges in school performance, recreational activities …

What is addiction/substance abuse? Initially, consumption of drugs is voluntary for most people, but its use over time makes changes in the brain that challenge your self-control and inhibit your …

Dyslexia, or specific reading disability, is a common learning disorder in children characterised by difficulty in reading. It occurs in children with normal vision and intelligence and may go undiagnosed …

Young girls – children and teenagers – who suffer from serious alterations in eating habits, may develop major health problems. Eating disorders generally begin during adolescence or early adulthood, but …