ADOLESCENTS

This study tested a 6-week school program called PROBTEC in 200 teens aged 14-15 who used screens over 2 hours daily. The program included health lessons, guided physical activities, and parent involvement. Results showed that teens in the program reduced their unhealthy technolo…

This study tested a program called SHINE to help high school students use more sun protection and tan less. Over 2,200 students from 30 schools in Utah took part. Half the schools got the SHINE program, and the other half got standard lessons. The goal was to see if the program c…

This study tested a sun safety program for high school students in rural Utah. The program included in-class lessons and was designed to be easy for schools to continue on their own. Researchers surveyed 38 students before and one month after the program to see if they used more …

This study tested a special sleep program for teenagers with ADHD who also have sleep problems. The program combines cognitive behavioral therapy with sleep tips and planning skills. Researchers wanted to see if better sleep could also improve ADHD symptoms and daily life. The st…

This study looked at people with low or no GnRH, a hormone that controls puberty and fertility. Researchers measured hormone patterns and did imaging and smell tests to understand these rare conditions. The goal was to learn more, not to test a treatment. 111 adults and teens too…

This study tested 50 healthy adolescents aged 15-16 to find normal handgrip strength values using a digital device. Participants squeezed the device as hard as possible, and their results were compared across two sessions to check reliability. The goal is to create reference data…

This study tested a laughter yoga program for 8th graders to see if it could reduce peer bullying. The program included education and laughter exercises based on a health model. Researchers measured changes in empathy, bullying knowledge, and how often students experienced bullyi…