I have two teenagers, and so I am very familiar with teenage defiance. Talking back, arguing, not listening to reason or rules – I’ve seen it all. The other day, one kid blew a fuse after I asked him ...

Adolescence is a critical period for the development of risky behaviors, like alcohol and drug use, reckless driving, and unsafe sex. As a parent, there is one key strategy that you can use to help ...

The word “stalker” often conjures up a mental image reminiscent of a bad guy on a Law and Order: Special Victims Unit episode. Stalkers are usually imagined to be adult, male, and more often than not, ...

The amount a teenager sleeps is associated with how likely they are to engage in risky and suicidal behavior, says a new study. “Fewer hours of sleep on an average school night [is] associated with ...

Best friends primarily shape a child’s internal emotional state and academic behavior, popular peers set the standard for public image and social media engagement. As children enter adolescence, peers ...

Considering many people grapple with loneliness and social isolation when they're struggling with emotional or mental health concerns, it's not surprising that many of the symptoms are unsuspecting ...

HERSHEY, Pa. — When people think about ways to improve cardiovascular health, diet and exercise are often at the top of the list. But long-term health, especially in adolescents, might start with ...

A new Pew social media survey reveals how teens use TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat for entertainment and connection—here's what else parents need to know.