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A new long term study out of Australia found that teens who are on their phones late at night are more likely to develop poor sleep habits, which over time led to declines in overall well-being and mental health: http://food.ndtv.com/health/late-night-cell-phone-usage-may-put-teenagers-at-risk-of-depression-1706057

Teens who grow up in affluent neighborhoods were found to be more likely to develop addiction problems in their 20’s:   http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-4558796/Privileged-teenagers-GREATER-risk-addiction.html  

Some tips for parents of kids with Type 1 Diabetes on starting elementary school: https://www.thediabetescouncil.com/parents-what-you-should-know-when-sending-your-type-1-elementary-student-back-to-school/  

A study led by a Massachusetts General Hospital pediatrician finds that children ages 3 to 7 who don’t get enough sleep are more likely to have problems with attention, emotional control and peer relationships in mid-childhood. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/03/170309171109.htm  

A look at the research to date on the benefits of mindfulness meditation for kids: https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2017/5/22/13768406/mindfulness-meditation-good-for-kids-evidence