Pediatrics

Pediatric Obesity Telephone Intervention Improves Dietary and Activity Behaviors

An investigation examined the efficacy of a telephone and short messaging initiative for reducing BMI and obesity among children aged 3 years.

Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorder Report More Suicidal Ideation and Nonsuicidal Self-Injury

Investigators evaluated the presence and intensity of lifetime and recent instances of suicidal ideation and nonsuicidal self-injury among adolescents without intellectual disability, including youth with and without autism spectrum disorder.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Risk Increased in Offspring of Mothers With Rheumatoid Arthritis

In a prospective population-based study, researchers studied the link between maternal rheumatoid arthritis and offspring autism spectrum disorder.

Recall: Oral Anesthetic Found in Cartons Labeled as Cough Suppressant

Children who ingest the incorrect product are at increased risk of serious adverse events.

Early Return to Physical Activity May Help Concussion Symptoms in Children

In a systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers assessed the efficacy of early return to physical and social activity following a concussion, compared with rest.

Nirsevimab Safe for Infants With RSV, Significantly Reduces Hospitalization Incidence

The safety and efficacy of nirsevimab in preventing hospitalizations among infants with RSV-associated lower respiratory tract infection was assessed in a phase 3b trial.

Sunlight and Vitamin D Intake Affect Pediatric Vitamin D Insufficiency Risk

An investigation explored links between anemia and vitamin D insufficiency and identified risk factors for vitamin D insufficiency.

A Fifth of Young Patients With ADHD Take Tolerance Breaks From Their Medication

Investigators surveyed adolescents and young adults with self-reported ADHD to determine what proportion already engage in tolerance breaks from their medication, and how often.

Growth Rate During Infancy Predicts Risk for Future Obesity

The association between growth trajectory during infancy and risk for obesity in childhood and adolescence was determined.

Unusual Food Allergy in Children: Signs of Non-IgE-Mediated Reactions

Non-IgE-mediated food allergies are on the rise in children and do not always present with an immediate, anaphylaxis-type reaction

Wearable Smart Thermometer Recalled Due to Reports of Injury

Consumers are being advised to stop using the product immediately.

Childhood Asthma Not Associated With Total Consumption of Fruits and Vegetables

Researchers assessed whether childhood asthma risk is related to consumption of fruits and vegetables, measured longitudinally and quantitatively.

ADHD in Teenagers: Age of Stimulant Medication Initiation, Duration May Impact Drug Misuse

Investigators assessed the impact of age at initiation of prescription stimulant medication and duration of stimulant therapy in adolescents with ADHD on rates of misuse of prescription stimulants, methamphetamine, or cocaine.

Pediatric Mental Disorder Risk Associated With Gender, Family Income, Obesity

This study was designed to be a current snapshot of the prevalence of and trends in mental disorders among children aged 9 to 10 years in the US.

Vitamin D₃ Supplementation May Not Be Beneficial for Pediatric Infectious Diarrhea

Researchers assessed the effect of vitamin D status on diarrhea risk and the efficacy of adjunctive vitamin D3 supplementation against pediatric infectious diarrhea.

In ADHD, Adhering to Physical Activity, Sleep Recommendations Decreases Risk for Cognitive, Social Difficulties

This study looked at whether youth with ADHD following 24-HMB recommendations were less likely to have difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions and making or keeping friends.

Anxiety in Childhood, Adolescence May Increase Risk for Bipolar Disorder in Adulthood

Researchers identify 2 major risk factors for bipolar disorder in adulthood.

Processed Food in Childhood Linked With Lower Lung Function in Adolescence

Researchers assessed how mid-childhood dietary patterns — eg, a health-conscious vs a processed food diet — affected lung function and incident asthma in adolescence.

Insomnia and Pain May Be Markers for Mental Health Disorder Onset Among Youth

This study looked at whether insomnia or pain can predict depression, anxiety or suicide in young people.

Higher Dose of Vitamin D Supplementation Does Not Improve Infant Bone Health

The researchers aimed to assess if an increased dosage of vitamin D supplementation in infants born to vitamin D deficient mothers would improve bone mineral density.