Wednesday, July 18, 2007

Girl talk linked to depression, anxiety

Constant venting over crushes, popularity or other personal problems may lead to anxiety and depression in girls — but not in boys, according to new research. A study of 813 students ages 8 to 15 found that excessive discussions and rumination about problems strengthened friendships for both sexes, but those tighter bonds came at a cost for girls.

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Posted by Tom Beckman on 07/18 at 10:37 AM
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