"How adolescents sleep influences how their brains function, and that influences their mental health outcomes."
"When fathers regularly talk to their kids, help with homework, and show interest in their lives, it strengthens their relationships over time."
A new study flips the typical approach in research about youth and social media by first listening to teens about the pressures they face.
"Stress is typically not seen as something that is beneficial and adaptive.... We're really trying to work against that misconception."
Losing a beloved family member is never easy, but a new study suggests the death of a grandmother might trigger depression in adolescent boys.
Teens who die by gun suicide may not display typical suicidal behaviors, suggesting parents should continue to lock up guns even as their children grow up.
When COVID-19 lockdowns triggered changes to teens' daily routines, they woke up and slept later, which reduced daytime sleepiness.
Targeted policies that place limited restrictions on teens' driving behavior, especially at the right time, can improve safety, researchers find.
Teens with more friends may be less likely to face depression later in their lives, researchers report. The finding is particularly true for women.
Getting fewer "likes" on social media can lead to depression and anxiety in young people, a new study shows.
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