Imagine you're a teenager from South Carolina. You're 17, and you think you're talking to a girl your age online. But it's not a girl. It's a man from Nigeria, Hassan Abolore Lawal, pretending to be someone else. He tricks you into sending explicit photos. Then, he threatens to show everyone unless
Ever wondered how your parents' job issues might affect you? Swedish researchers explored this, finding that it's not just about job loss, but also who's facing it. When dads deal with job insecurity, teens tend to feel the heat more. But if it's moms facing the storm, teens seem to handle it better
When the trailer for Lost Records: Bloom & Rage popped up during The Game Awards, it grabbed everyone's attention. Four teen girls in the summer of '95, having fun and stumbling upon a mysterious force - sounds like a blast from the past, right? That's because Don't Nod is going back to its Life is
In a shocking turn of events, an 18-year-old named Axel Rudakubana pleaded guilty to the murder of three young girls during a Taylor Swift-themed dance event in the northern English town of Southport last July. The heinous crime, which involved a knife attack, left the nation in horror and sparked w
An 18-year-old British teenager suddenly decided to plead guilty to murdering three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance party in the northern town of Southport last July. The crime had sent shockwaves across the nation and led to several days of riots. Axel Rudakubana, now 18 but only 17 at t
Ever wondered if there could be a safer way to quit smoking? Well, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just gave a thumbs up to Philip Morris International’s Zyn nicotine pouches. These aren’t your typical tobacco products. They come in flavors like coffee, mint, and menthol, and they might help
Did you know that female nurses played a significant role during the American Civil War? But what about after the war ended? This period, known as the postwar period, is often overlooked. It was a time of emotional turmoil and mental adjustment for many people. Let's dive into this lesser-known sto
Imagine you’re a teenager dealing with mental health issues. Taking psychiatric medications can feel like a whole other challenge. Researchers in Malaysia sat down with 17 teens, ranging from 11 to 19 years old, at public hospitals to dig deeper. They found three main topics that teens worried about
Preteen girls from lower-income families often spend more time sitting than moving. Studies show that moms can make a big difference in how active their daughters are. But family programs to get girls moving haven't always worked well. Some say we need better plans that are backed by research and de
In today’s digital age, social media has become a staple in many young people's lives. Unfortunately, with its rise in popularity, so has the troubling phenomenon of cyberbullying. This form of bullying can be brutal, with teens often being the primary targets. It can take many forms, from harsh com
