Researchers outline some of the intermediate biological steps that could play into how prenatal cannabis exposure leads to behavioral issues down the line.

There’s a lot of evidence from studies with adults showing that volunteering can greatly benefit both physical and mental health. Researchers say the feeling of being valued by people around you, which often comes from volunteering, plays a significant role in these benefits. Now, scientists are discovering similar links between helping others and improved physical and mental health in young people. Studies found that students who had volunteered or participated in community service experienced many health benefits, such as reduced anxiety, improved self-esteem, and a greater sense of purpose. While more research is needed, health officials believe that volunteering in community programs could be a valuable strategy for helping teens with depression and anxiety.

Just four per cent of talented teen academy prospects make it to the top tier of professional football, a new study has shown. A sample of nearly 200 players, aged between 13-18, also revealed only six per cent of the budding ballers even go on to play in lower leagues.