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When Being Overweight Is a Health Problem for Teens

A couple of pounds of extra body fat are not a health risk for most people. But when people are severely overweight, it can cause health problems.
Spondylolysis for Parents

Spondylolysis is a very common cause of lower back pain in kids, teens, and young adults. It usually heals quickly with rest and other nonsurgical treatments.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee) for Teens

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (or runner's knee) is the most common overuse injury among runners, but it can also happen to other athletes who do activities that require a lot of knee bending.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee) for Parents

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (or runner's knee) is the most common overuse injury among runners, but it can also happen to other athletes who do activities that require a lot of knee bending.
Anorexia for Parents

People with the eating disorder anorexia are very afraid of gaining weight. They have unrealistic views of their body and try to eat as little as possible. They also might exercise too much or do other things to lose weight.
Cystic Fibrosis: Diet and Nutrition for Teens

Besides extra calories, teens with cystic fibrosis have some specific nutritional needs. Find out more.
Emotional Eating for Teens

We've all eaten a whole bag of chips out of boredom or while cramming for a big test. Learn more about emotional eating, and how to manage it, in this article for teens.
Psoriasis for Teens

Psoriasis causes skin cells to build up on the surface of the skin where they form itchy, red areas and thick scales. Find out how to deal with psoriasis, and what causes it.
Bulimia for Parents

People with the eating disorder bulimia often eat large amounts of food over short periods of time (binge eat). Then, they try to prevent weight gain by doing things like exercising too much or throwing up what they ate.
A to Z: Osteoporosis, Disuse for Parents

Disuse osteoporosis is bone loss that results from not enough stress or pressure on the bones, making them brittle and weak, and easy to fracture.

A TeensHealth Education Partner Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.