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Friends play a major role in youngsters’ levels of physical activity, new research indicates. “Clinically, much of the focus on increasing physical activity involves engaging ...
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Close Friends May Be Key to Teens’ Drinking
(HealthDay News) — Close friends have more influence on teens’ alcohol use than their general peer group does, a new study says. “We’ve known for ...
Read More »‘Unconditional Regard’ Buoys Kids’ Self-Esteem
By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Nov. 6, 2014 (HealthDay News) — Kids who believe their friends like them, no matter what, may be less ...
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