http://www.teenhealthandwellness.com/Latest In the News items from Rosen Teen Health & Wellnesshttp://www.teenhealthandwellness.com/article/79One of the most exciting new developments in the treatment of cerebral palsy is robotic therapy. Engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have successfully used robotic devices to help stroke patients learn to control their arms and legs. They believe the same technology can help kids and teens who have brain injuries and disorders such as cerebral palsy, as well as people who have multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and spinal cord injury.Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:09:56 -0500http://www.teenhealthandwellness.com/article/127A recent survey by the U.S. Department of Justice revealed some disturbing news: Most teens in the United States are exposed to violence in their daily lives. Nearly half of the children surveyed (4,549 kids and teens ages 17 and younger) were assaulted at least once in the past year and nearly one in ten said they saw one family member assault another. About 6 percent were victimized sexually. Thirteen percent reported having been physically bullied, and one in five teens reported that they had seen a shooting.Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:58:34 -0500http://www.teenhealthandwellness.com/article/76You can send a quick text in five seconds or less -- and that's all the time it takes to put yourself at risk for sexting and "text-luring.” Canadian students will soon learn the ins and outs of texting as part of their school’s curriculum. Taught through the Web site textED.ca, the new course will use online games and activities to help teens make better decisions about who -- and what -- they text.Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:57:23 -0500http://www.teenhealthandwellness.com/article/183February is National Heart Health Month, and teen heart health is a growing concern around the world. A recent study revealed that one in every five American teens has a cholesterol level that puts them at risk for adult heart disease. In Canada, more than 50 percent of teenagers are in danger of heart-related health problems due to smoking, lack of exercise, and an unhealthy diet. And in the U.K.—which has one of the highest rates of death from heart disease in the world—doctors are concerned that British teens will soon join the numbers of those at risk for future cardiovascular disease. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:44:15 -0500http://www.teenhealthandwellness.com/article/332You may be able to study, email, text, and watch television all at the same time, but doing multiple tasks can actually slow you down. A new study suggests that when you jump from one task to another, it takes seconds--or even hours--for your brain to get back to where you were.  Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:07:59 -0500http://www.teenhealthandwellness.com/article/251/3/staying-safe-in-cyberspaceFifteen percent of teens age twelve to seventeen who own a cell phone say they have received sexually explicit texts or images from someone they know. Four percent say they have sent sexually explicit photos or videos of themselves. But in many cases, private messages become public when they're forwarded to friends or posted on the Internet without consent.Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:54:25 -0500http://www.teenhealthandwellness.com/article/406/3/danger-aheadFacebook's new privacy policy automatically makes your name, profile photo, friends, and other personal information available to everyone by default. While most teens aren't affected--Facebook users under eighteen have limited "share settings"--the change is making many people reconsider what they share online. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:49:13 -0500http://www.teenhealthandwellness.com/article/347/volunteering-and-activismIn times of crisis, communities come together to help people who have been affected by tragic events, such as the recent earthquake in Haiti. Many teens are active volunteers, and today there are more ways than ever for you to make a difference, from making an online donation to giving your time and skills to a charitable cause in your hometown. Whether you work with a national organization or a local program, your efforts can improve people's lives, change the outcome of events, and shape the future for the better.Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:47:49 -0500http://www.teenhealthandwellness.com/article/310/1/staying-fit-a-matter-of-healthMany people gain weight between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. If your jeans feel a little tighter after the holidays, there are some small steps you can take right now to start feeling more fit. Drinking water instead of soda and adding more fruits and vegetables to your diet is a good place to start, but research shows that combining daily exercise with a healthy diet is the most effective way to lose weight. Whether you go to the gym, go for a walk, or work out with a fitness video or DVD, regular exercise will make you stronger and can improve your mood and memory.Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:24:51 -0500http://www.teenhealthandwellness.com/article/71/2/detection-and-diagnosisFor years, doctors followed specific guidelines when testing women for breast cancer. In November 2009, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force issued new guidelines that recommend against routine mammograms for women younger than fifty, and teaching or performing breast self-exams. The announcement has caused anxiety and confusion, as women and health professionals are divided in their support.Sun, 03 Jan 2010 22:58:13 -0500