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The Interplay of Attachment Anxiety and Default Mode Network Connectivity in Adolescents with Eating Disorders: Literature Review

Naphat Ananthanit – meipingananthanit@alyssasychan September 19th, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications team. Abstract Objective: The primary goal of this review is to synthesize and clarify the interplay between psychological factors, especially attachment anxiety and neurobiological alterations, particularly within the default mode network (DMN), in adolescents with eating disorders (EDs). It aims to clarify how…

Integrated Management Approaches for ADHD and Substance Use Disorders: Insights from Dartmouth Grand Rounds

Ifza Zia September 19th, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications team. Abstract Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Substance Use Disorders (SUD) often co-occur, creating significant challenges for accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and long-term management. This paper explores the research question: How can integrated strategies improve outcomes for individuals with ADHD and SUD? Epidemiological evidence shows a…

The Effect of Long-Term Antidepressant Usage on the Brain

Phoebe Amakiri – phoebeamakiri@gmail.com September 4th, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications team. Abstract Depression is a leading global health concern and is commonly treated with antidepressant medications, particularly Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) and Serotonin/Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs). While these drugs are effective in alleviating depressive symptoms, concerns have emerged regarding the long-term effects…

The Challenges of Diagnosing Bipolar Disorder in Adolescents

Sidra Gebirrebbi September 1st, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications team. Abstract Bipolar disorder is a serious mood disorder that often begins in adolescence, yet is continuously misdiagnosed or undiagnosed in this population. One of the central challenges in identifying bipolar disorder in adolescents is its clinical similarity to other psychiatric conditions, especially attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder…

How the COVID-19 Pandemic Affects Brain Development

Alexander Ahn September 1st, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications Team. Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted nearly every aspect of daily life, including education, socialization, and healthcare. For children and adolescents, these disruptions coincided with critical periods of brain development. This paper discusses how pandemic-related stress and social isolation have affected neurodevelopmental outcomes. Research…

Internet Addiction Across the ADHD Spectrum: A Meta-Synthesis of Varied Usage Patterns

Luzmy C. Paredes – luzmy.camilaparedes@gmail.com July 15th, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications Team. —Abstract This article investigates the differing manifestations of Internet Addiction (IAD) in individuals with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) compared to the general population, synthesizing findings from 26 studies published between 2014 and 2025, with a meta-synthesis approach. A key finding was that individuals…

The Relationship between Psychiatric Disorders and Brain Tumors

Olivia Fincham Dinsdale – ofincham-dinsdale@elmwood.ca July 5th, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications Team. Abstract: The research topic that will be explored is the relationship between psychiatric disorders and brain tumors, and related diagnostic challenges. This relationship is important to explore as psychiatric disorders are sometimes not considered or recognized as a symptom of brain tumors,…

The Impact of Emotional Neglect on Adolescent Executive Functioning

Shaurya Gakhar – shauryagakhar7@gmail.com June 16th, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications Team. Abstract In today’s world, emotional neglect is the most prevalent form of child maltreatment. It has become more common that parents of these children face many obstructive factors, such as financial burden, mental health challenges, and increased stress. This traps the parents in…

How Social Media Affects Brain Development

Anjani Srinivasan, email2anjanis@gmail.com June 2nd, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications Team. I. Introduction This research paper aims to inform students, parents, and young people about the detrimental effects of social media on our cognitive abilities and brain development. Understanding the underlying impacts of social media can help raise awareness about important social and health-related…

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