You'd think vicious crime in neighborhoods would rob NYC teens of sleep. But surprisingly, it’s not the length or timing of sleep that changes, but the quality. Recently, a study followed 288 teens for two weeks and found that while violent crime doesn't affect when or how long they sleep, it does d
Believe it or not, a recent study found that teens can actually feel happier while using their phones. Over the course of a year, researchers kept tabs on 26 teens to see how their phone habits affected their mood. The results? Teens were at their happiest when they were chatting with friends or pla
Living with a stepmom can be tricky, especially when she's not so nice. Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his sister, Kelly, knew this firsthand. After their dad, a famous NASCAR driver, married Teresa, the family dynamic changed. The kids struggled to feel welcome in their own home, and the vibes weren’t grea
Philip Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield, was a key figure in 18th-century England. While his letters to his son and godson often focus on manners and social graces, they also provide valuable insights into the concept of aging gracefully. The Earl's letters serve as a unique glimpse into the era's
Australian communities are tackling teen alcohol use in a new way, inspired by a program from the USA called Communities That Care (CTC). This program focuses on making it tougher for teens to access alcohol and changing their habits. The Australian trial has seen some promising results, such as few
In a heartbreaking turn of events, a 13-year-old girl named Milana Li was discovered dead in a creek in Washington County, Oregon on May 10, 2022. Just under a mile from her home, her lifeless body was found after a frantic search sparked by her mother’s report of her disappearance. The police deter
Social media is everywhere these days. It keeps us connected and entertained, but it also has a dark side. Teenagers are especially at risk for social media addiction. This means spending too much time online, feeling like they have to check their phones constantly, and letting it harm their real-li
Imagine this: a bunch of kids in China, from ages 9 to 18, were asked about their feelings. Over 2, 700 of them, to be exact! The results? Kids who felt their parents loved them and trusted others were less likely to feel depressed. Isn't that fascinating? This study found that feeling trusted boost
On a sad day in November 2024, a violent shooting shook the community of Orangeburg. The awful incident cost the life of 14-year-old Zaquan Corbett Jr. and left another teenager hospitalized. The shooting occurred near the intersection of Wheeler and Nottingham Streets. When police arrived, they fou
In the heart of California, a group of Native American teens from San Bernardino gathered to discuss a topic that's often swept under the rug: mental health. This event, titled "No Big Deal, " aimed to normalize seeking help when life gets tough. Mateo Moctezuma Ortega, a representative from the Sie
