Tag Archive: teenagers

Lying teens and strict parents

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In a country where parents aren’t the boss, how do teens handle disagreements?

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Teen drug use and sleep loss are contagious

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Sleep loss and drug use spread through teen social networks.

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Dentists Can Help Detect Early Signs of Eating Disorders

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A new study has uncovered an early sign of problem eating that is more easily detectable and visible to others.

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The impact of chores on self-esteem

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Chores may be an important factor in the development of self-esteem.

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Partner Abuse, Pt. 2: Anatomy of Dating Violence (Episode 87)

Psychologists discuss violence in couples and warning signs for parents of teens.

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The Importance of Post-Trauma Treatment

Traumatic events can have a long-term negative impact, and treatment can be a long process. What about teens who go untreated?

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Memory, Part 5: What works?

High school students have to memorize a lot of information. What memory strategies are most effective?

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Psychiatric Symptoms May Predict Internet Addiction in Adolescents

Teens with other mental health concerns may be more likely to develop an Internet addiction, according to a study in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine.

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Kids in Sports, Part 4: How do youth sports affect parents?

We know that participation in sports has benefits for kids – but new research shows that it affects parents, too.

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Grandparenting, Part 4: How grandparents affect teen adjustment

In many families, grandparents play a significant role in children’s lives. How does their involvement affect the emotional and social lives of teens?

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