Adolescent health - World Health Organization (WHO)
Jun 30, 2025 · Adolescence is the phase of life between childhood and adulthood, from ages 10 to 19. It is a unique stage of human development and an important time for laying the …
Mental health of adolescents
Adolescence (10-19 years) is a unique and formative time. Multiple physical, emotional and social changes, including exposure to poverty, abuse, or violence, can make adolescents vulnerable …
Six actions to improve adolescent health
Oct 11, 2024 · Understanding and addressing the specific health risks and needs adolescents face today is key to improving their future health, as well as for broader social and economic …
Promoting adolescent well-being
Oct 23, 2025 · Adolescence is a time of rapid physical, cognitive, social and emotional development, and the experiences of those aged 10-19 years have profound impacts on their …
Jugendliche, Bildschirme und psychische Gesundheit
Kopenhagen, 25. September 2024 Neue Daten des WHO-Regionalbüros für Europa deuten auf einen starken Anstieg der problematischen Nutzung sozialer Medien bei Jugendlichen hin, …
Teens, screens and mental health
Copenhagen, 25 September 2024New data from the WHO Regional Office for Europe reveals a sharp rise in problematic social media use among adolescents, with rates increasing from 7% …
Height-for-age (5-19 years) - World Health Organization (WHO)
Growth reference 5-19 years - Height-for-age (5-19 years)
WHO releases updated guidance on adolescent health and well …
Oct 11, 2023 · The World Health Organization (WHO) is releasing the second edition of its Global Accelerated Action for the Health of Adolescents (AA-HA!) guidance. The document aims to …
Weight-for-age - World Health Organization (WHO)
The WHO provides expanded tables for constructing national health cards based on weight-for-age standards, aiding in child growth monitoring and assessment.
Youth violence - World Health Organization (WHO)
Oct 31, 2024 · WHO fact sheet on youth violence providing key facts and information on the scope of the problem, risk factors, prevention, WHO response.