Share Photo: (Photo : Jeswin Thomas / Unsplash ) A study on children ages 10 to 17 aimed to determine the habits affecting children's health. The findings are promising, showing a significant decrease in substance use-smoking, drinking, and drugs. There has also been a decline in child bullying. However, boys, especially those in the lowest social class, may need help with a healthier diet and coping mechanisms towards pressure and depression. HBSC Study Shows Improvements in Children's Health Senior researcher Aoife Gavin collaborated with the HBSC research team to conduct the study on Irish Behavior in School-aged Children. The Health Behavior in School-aged Children Trends Report (HBSC) showed positive results in changing children's habits. It is a cross-sectional study in collaboration with the World Health Organization, Breaking News reported.