MMA and Adolescent Growth: Understanding Risks, Benefits, and Safe Practices
Properly supervised, age-appropriate MMA training is unlikely to stunt growth; however, factors such as severe trauma, chronic overtraining, and extre...
By Jordan
Category: Adolescent Health
Browsing all articles filed under the "Adolescent Health" category.
Half Marathon Running: Risks, Considerations, and Recommendations for 13-Year-Old Girls
While a 13-year-old girl might physically complete a half marathon, it is generally not recommended due to significant physiological and psychological...
By Alex
Jaw Pain at 14: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
Jaw pain at 14 can arise from various factors including temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, teeth grinding (bruxism), dental problems, stress, or...
By Hart
Adolescent Fitness: Physical Activity Guidelines for 13-17 Year Olds
For adolescents aged 13 to 17, the primary recommendation is to engage in at least 60 minutes or more of moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activ...
By Hart
Delinquency: Understanding Risk Factors Across Individual, Family, Peer, School, and Community Domains
Delinquency in minors is influenced by a complex interplay of individual, family, peer, school, and community-based factors that increase the likeliho...
By Alex
Puberty and Knee Pain: Causes, Common Conditions, and Management Strategies
Puberty commonly causes knee pain in adolescents due to rapid growth spurts placing unique stress on developing bones, muscles, and growth plates, lea...
By Hart
Teenage Muscle Growth: Is a 10-Inch Bicep Good for a 15-Year-Old?
A 10-inch bicep is generally normal for a 15-year-old, with "good" being subjective and dependent on individual factors like genetics, puber...
By Hart
Hourglass Figure for Teens: Genetics, Healthy Development, and Realistic Expectations
A 13-year-old's body shape is mainly determined by genetics and puberty; focusing on overall health, balanced nutrition, and age-appropriate strength ...
By Hart
Exercise and Puberty: Positive and Negative Effects on Adolescent Development
Appropriate exercise generally supports healthy pubertal development by enhancing bone density, muscle mass, and cardiovascular health, though excessi...
By Jordan
