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Teens' Tic Surge Tied to Social Media During Pandemic

1/30/2025

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Teens Struggle Post-Pandemic

A Boston Children's Hospital study found a surge in tic-like behaviors among teens during the COVID-19 pandemic, closely tied to social media use. While nearly 80% saw improvement after restrictions eased, many continue to struggle with mental health challenges. This underscores the urgent need for personalized therapies and deeper exploration of social media's effects on young minds.

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Taiwan Study Boosts ADHD

A groundbreaking study from Taiwan reveals that just 30 minutes of aerobic exercise can significantly boost cognitive performance in adults with ADHD, enhancing their motor learning and short intracortical inhibition. Meanwhile, healthy individuals showed a decrease in inhibition. This research sheds light on the unique physiological responses to exercise in those with ADHD, deepening our understanding of its cognitive effects.

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Teens Struggle Post-Pandemic

A Boston Children's Hospital study found a surge in tic-like behaviors among teens during the COVID-19 pandemic, closely tied to social media use. While nearly 80% saw improvement after restrictions eased, many continue to struggle with mental health challenges. This underscores the urgent need for personalized therapies and deeper exploration of social media's effects on young minds.

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