"More than a quarter of our youth in medical states were vaping cannabis. That's a lot," says Christian Maynard.

Minor consent laws for STI/HIV services increased across United States, but limitations persist, report researchers.

For some teens, heavy drinking begins well before they graduate from high school, according to a new study.

Like some teenagers, young chimps are willing to take a risk on the possibility of a big payout. Adult apes are more likely to hedge bets.

Seasonal changes in adolescent suicide explain the controversial "13 Reasons Why" findings of past studies.

"Many people are not aware just how common nicotine vaping has become among teens."

Interviews with Indian American teens reveal that discrimination against them began as early as preschool.

In a poll, 44% of parents said that teens shouldn't get to choose whether or not to attend holiday religious services until they're 18.

"If their brain remains permanently older than their chronological age, it's unclear what the outcomes will be in the future."

"The risk of drug overdose with benzodiazepine treatment is an important safety consideration when treating adolescents and young adults."