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Diet and adolescent behavior: is there a relationship?

M Story1, D Neumark-Sztainer

  • 1Division of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota Minneapolis 55454-1015, USA.

Adolescent Medicine (Philadelphia, Pa.)
|August 29, 2000
PubMed
Summary

This review explores the scientific evidence linking food and nutrients to behavioral issues in children and adolescents. It provides insights for practitioners assessing diet-behavior relationships.

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Area of Science:

  • Nutritional Science
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Background:

  • Behavioral problems in children and adolescents are a significant concern.
  • Potential links between diet and various behavioral issues have been suggested.
  • Understanding these links is crucial for effective interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To critically examine the scientific evidence on the relationship between food/nutrients and behavior in youth.
  • To synthesize current research findings on diet and behavior.
  • To inform practitioners about the implications for assessing diet-behavior connections.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of existing scientific literature.
  • Analysis of studies investigating the impact of specific foods and nutrients on behavior.
  • Evaluation of evidence quality and consistency.

Main Results:

  • Evidence varies for different behavioral problems and dietary factors.
  • Some nutrients show potential links to conditions like hyperactivity and mood disorders.
  • More rigorous research is needed to establish definitive causal relationships.

Conclusions:

  • The relationship between diet and behavior in children and adolescents is complex.
  • Dietary interventions may play a role in managing certain behavioral issues.
  • Practitioners should consider dietary assessments in a comprehensive approach to behavioral health.

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