Biopsychological and Cognitive Differences in Children With Premature vs On-Time Adrenarche

Article Abstract:

Children with early pubertal development may be more likely to have depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, and other psychological disorders. Researchers examined nine children with premature adrenarche, characterized by the early development of pubic hair prior to the development of testicular or breast enlargement. The children who developed early were more likely to be anxious, phobic, depressed, socially withdrawn, or to have lower scores on intelligence tests. The hormonal changes that cause precocious puberty may be linked to these behavioral differences.

Physiological aspects, Childhood mental disorders, Child psychopathology, Precocious puberty, Adrenarche

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Psychiatric Features of Children and Adolescents With Pseudoseizures

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Pseudoseizures in children commonly may be associated with extreme environmental stress or sexual abuse. Researchers examined 34 children who experienced seizures without any evidence of any disordered electrical activity in the brain. One-third had a history of depression, bipolar depression, or sexual abuse, and 44% had recently experienced a parental divorce, death, or conflict. The psychiatric basis of pseudoseizures may be confirmed by video electroencephalography.

Diagnosis, Somatoform disorders, Convulsions in children, Convulsions, Pediatric neurology, Electroencephalography, Seizures (Medicine)

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Firearm Storage Practices and Children in the Home, United States, 1994

Article Abstract:

Unsafe storage of firearms is relatively common, exposing children to risk of injury. Researchers surveyed 1,598 households with firearms. A loaded and unlocked gun was reported in 21% of all homes and in 11% of households with children. Thirty percent of gun-owning households kept guns unloaded and locked, and 42% of gun-owning household with children stored guns safely in this manner.

Surveys, Firearms, Firearms ownership, Locks (Security devices)

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