ADOLESCENCE

Jul 03 2025EDUCATION

The Journey Through Teen Years in Indonesian Islamic Schools

Teenage years are a big deal. Bodies change, emotions swing, and friendships shift. In Indonesia, growing up isn't just about these changes. Culture and religion add extra layers. Islamic boarding schools, known as pesantren, mix regular school subjects with religious teachings. This unique setup means teens here face different hurdles. To help them thrive, it's cruc...

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Jun 04 2025EDUCATION

How Growing Up Affects Emotion Reading

The way people understand emotions changes as they grow up. This is especially true when looking at how secure or insecure people feel in their relationships. In the past, most studies focused on young kids. However, a recent effort looked at both teens and adults to see if there are shifts in how they read emotions. This was done by giving a group of 14 to 18-year-o...

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Apr 27 2025HEALTH

Self-Awareness in Teens: How It Shapes Mental Health

Teens go through a lot of changes. They are not just growing physically, but also mentally. This period can be tough. It is when many start to struggle with body image, social anxiety, and depression. One key factor is how much they focus on themselves. This is called self-focused attention. It is a big deal during these years. But, how does it change as teens grow o...

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Mar 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Hidden Struggles of Today's Teenage Boys

The world has changed a lot since parents were kids. A recent TV show highlights just how different it is now. In the show, a detective visits a school to find out why a 13-year-old boy, Jamie, allegedly hurt his classmate, Katie. The detective thinks they were friends, but his own son reveals a shocking truth. The emojis Katie used on Jamie's social media were a for...

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Mar 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Dark Truth Behind British Knife Crime

A recent British series has sparked conversations about knife crime among young people. The show, which is a crime drama, starts with a shocking scene: a 13-year-old boy is arrested for allegedly stabbing his classmate to death. The series has gained popularity quickly, with fans and critics alike praising its unique filming style and intense storyline. ...

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Mar 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Unseen Power of a Simple Story

It is always exciting when a new show comes along and captures the hearts of viewers worldwide. One such show is the Netflix miniseries Adolescence. This four-part drama, starring Stephen Graham and Erin Doherty, has been making waves since its release on March 13. The series follows a 13-year-old boy accused of murdering a classmate. The story delves into the comple...

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Mar 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Deep Dive into the Teen Drama Sweeping Netflix

Teenagers are being influenced by social media in ways that are not always positive. This is the main theme of a new British drama. The show is called Adolescence. It is a four-part series that has taken the world by storm. It is the most-watched show on Netflix. It has been praised by critics and viewers alike. Some have even called it a landmark in television...

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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

Growing Up: How Early Habits Shape Teen Mental Health

Mental health struggles often begin during the teenage years, affecting a significant number of young people. This is a critical time when young people are developing their identities and navigating complex social and emotional landscapes. Identifying those at risk early on can make a big difference. To understand this better, let's look at how habits formed in ch...

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Brothers and Sisters: A Lifelong Bond

The study aims to reveal how relationships among siblings during the teenage years affect their health and feeling of well-being as they become adults. When young and old meet, health, and most importantly, their happiness as older adults could be vitally linked to how siblings felt about each other when they were teenagers. Siblings can be rivals, companions, and ...

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Feb 05 2025SCIENCE

What Makes Us Healthy? Exploring the Early Life and Family Factors Impacting Kids' Health

You know how families and babies live at birth matter? Well, a study dug into how these early life factors can affect kids heart health, diet and physical activity. This was about kids at ages 8, 9 and 10 years old, before puberty. The study wanted to check out if things like economic status, family background, and even gender and stage of puberty could have an eff...

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