Teens

Taking a closer look at the neurological research on decision making, sociological research on civic knowledge, and psychological research on voting habits.

A new study suggests that public-health concerns over the popular Netflix series were justified.

A survey of youths at high risk of suicide found that half had watched at least one episode of the Netflix series.

Most states require parents to be notified or provide consent for a minor to have an abortion, with exceptions for youths who fear abuse as a result. A new study offers a glimpse into what it's like to try to secure an exception.

Experience and fully developed frontal lobes aren't what we're going to need to resist Trump.

The adults so fond of dismissing difficult teens might miss the irony that this is a distrusting and non-collaborative approach to their development.

The only federal law that regulates detention conditions for juveniles is due for an upgrade.

The new generation of tobacco use looks a bit different.

A new study looks at the dark side of our love for Ke$ha, Kanye, and co.

Kids who bully other kids are much more likely to abuse their partners as teens.

Why do teenagers behave the way that they do online, sharing personal information with just about anybody who wants it? Look to the privacy paradox.

Do you have a "teen" study? It's probably stupid.

High school students who date around spend more time partying and less time hitting the books