In the wake of a series of viral ‘pranks’, many are wondering why teens do such bad things. It’s not as simple as you think.
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Adopting healthy behaviors and thought patterns around food and nutrition takes time and intentional effort. But it will lead to more lasting change and positive outcomes than quick-fix dieting will.
Social media companies have come under intense pressure to do more to protect teens, but there’s another concern – they could go too far.
During the pandemic, many people relied on social media for distraction and social connection. However, excessive social media use can negatively affect mental health, especially for young people.
It’s time we stop treating young people’s experiences in digital and physical spaces as distinct and mutually exclusive.
Scoliosis is a treatable condition, but only if detected early. Greater awareness of the condition and its dynamics will greatly aid in patient care moving forward.
Neighbourhood features may have helped youth cope with the mental health impact of pandemic restrictions. Parks didn’t play much of a role but food amenities and the suburbs did.
Adult actors in ‘The Whale’ won Oscars for best lead and supporting acting in 2023, but if you catch up with awarded movies this holiday, the film’s depiction of teens warrants scrutiny.
The tragic case of a 12-year-old boy who experienced sextortion highlights the importance of practical advice for parents on having conversations about sex, sextortion and healthy device habits.
No matter your age, if you’re being bullied − there’s help out there.
Could teenagers get on with older people and vice versa? Turned out, they could. And both flourished.
Up to 50% of US teens feel they are addicted to their devices. But help is out there.
Some children and young people escape family violence, only to find themselves alone, homeless and in violent relationships. How can we support and protect these vulnerable adolescents?
Peer pressure, amusement and the desire for attention help explain why young people participate in risky social media challenges.
Teenagers are experiencing intimate partner violence and abuse that is putting their lives in danger. And they want help from others to spot the early warning signs.
Millions of young people in the US are suffering, whether from abuse at home, pressure from social media or exposure to violence. But navigating the mental health care system can be disheartening.
Social media has become a mainstay in everyday life, particularly among younger generations. And some are even willing to make trade-offs to stay online.
Teen drinking has not declined in the years since China banned underage drinking. Better enforcement and changes in attitudes to alcohol are needed.
Lots of young teens and first-time tampon users are intimidated by tampons. But they’re easy once you get the hang of it.
Some of the biggest changes to child labor laws are in Iowa and Arkansas.
Top contributors
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Professor of Psychology, San Diego State University
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Professor, Canada Research Chair in Determinants of Child Development, Owerko Centre at the Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary
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Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in School-Based Mental Health and Violence Prevention, L’Université d’Ottawa/University of Ottawa
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Assistant Professor of Psychology, Wayne State University
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Professor of Information Sciences & Director, Social Change Enabling Impact Platform, RMIT University
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Tasmania
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Professor of Psychology, University of Kentucky
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Researcher, Digital Wellbeing, Western Sydney University
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Chief Program Officer, USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism
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Senior Research Fellow in Organizational Leadership, Policy and Development, University of Minnesota
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Professor of Psychiatry & Psychology, University of California, Los Angeles
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Adjunct Professor, Simon Fraser University
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Dean and Walter H. Annenberg Chair in Communication, USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism
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Education & Communications Coordinator, Bixby Center for Global Reproductive Health, University of California, San Francisco
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Associate professor, RMIT University