Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Adolescent Substance Use and Substance Use Disorders: A Systematic Review, in Pediatrics (includes a video abstract!)
key takeaway: "Our results indicate that MBIs can produce small to moderate reductions in alcohol/drug use and may improve impulsivity and stress reactivity in YWUS."
Social Isolation, Loneliness, and Connection: State of the US Ecosystem, by the Foundation for Social Connection
note: this page includes the report, an interactive map, and a recording of the report launch webinar
Suicidality and Nonsuicidal Self-Injury in Transgender and Gender Diverse Youth: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, in JAMA Pediatrics
key takeaway: "In this meta-analyis, pooled estimates suggested that 1 in 2 TGD youth globally are experiencing suicidal ideation and/or NSSI, and 1 in 4 have experienced a suicide attempt. These pooled estimates are 2 to 3.5 times greater in TGD youth compared with those established for cisgender peers."