Higher binge-drinking prevalence reported by race, ethnicity-defined subgroups
Increases in recent years were preceded by declining trends for both male and female youths
Odds of having mental health diagnosis lower for racial, ethnic minorities, those aged 10 to 14 versus 20 to 24 years
Increase seen in prevalence of teens who reported that it would probably be impossible to obtain prescription meds for nonmedical use
Biggest benefits seen for internalizing behavioral issues and prosocial behavior
Parents consistently report higher perceived levels of teenagers' social and emotional support compared with teens' self-report
Teens who are being bullied, have hostile parents, or have parents who do not monitor media are at risk
Adolescents who experience moderately and highly insecure housing have reduced odds of excellent health
Evidence seen for dose-response association, with 33 percent increased risk for one-unit lower cognitive function