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Teen drivers are at the highest risk for crashes and crash-related fatalities. They are also particularly vulnerable to distractions while driving, such as texting and having multiple passengers in the car.
Teens say their parents have placed fewer limits on their driving than were reported by their parents. 73% of parents restrict their teens from texting while driving. 61% of parents do not allow their teens to drive after 10:00 p.m.
Of all drivers on the road, teen drivers are at the highest risk for vehicle crashes and fatalities. Many teens are also prone to distracted driving.
Bullying can lead to many health concerns in children and a recent study suggests that bullying can lead to mental health issues that might follow a child into adulthood.
It’s been an exciting year of research for the National Poll on Children’s Health. Each month we’ve reported on some of the most important health issues facing kids today, and this year we hit a milestone with our 100th report.
As teens transition to adulthood, they need to be comfortable taking on bigger responsibilities, including managing their healthcare.
Only about 15% of parents report their teen would discuss health problems independently at a routine check-up. Two-thirds of parents complete health history forms without involving their teen. Parents’ top reason that teens are not involved in discussing health problems is they are not comfortable in that role.
As teenagers progress into adulthood, they begin to take on more responsibilities. They’re learning to drive, getting their first jobs, and thinking about college. Regular check-ups are a way for teens to practice taking responsibility in another important aspect of life: their healthcare.