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Instagram Introduces Parental Alerts For Self-Harm Content

Self-harm is a prominent theme of adolescence. About 1 in 8 teens admits to engaging in it at some point, which means that most teens, … Read more

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: February 27, 2026

Teenage Girl Drinking Caffeine Energy Drink Gaming At Home Using Dual Computer Screens At Night

New Study Examines Link Between Teen Anxiety & Sweet Drinks

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: February 19, 2026

Kid Depression. Unhappy Preadolescent Girl Embracing Herself Suffering From Loneliness And Unhappiness Sitting On Floor At Home. Mental Health Problems And Disorders In Child Concept

The U.S. Is Suffering A Child Mental Health Care Crisis

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: February 18, 2026

11 Ways To Take The Stress Out Of Valentine’s Day For Kids

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: February 12, 2026

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1 In 5 Kids Has An Anxiety Disorder, Here’s How Parents Can Help

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: October 23, 2025

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How Social Media Negatively Influences Teens According To Experts

Written by: Jillian Christensen

Published on: February 28, 2025

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Teens Are Experiencing Educational Burnout, Here’s How To Help

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: January 20, 2025

Study Raises New Questions About Long-Term Effects Of Childhood Trauma

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: January 15, 2025

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Could Brain Scans Predict Eating Disorders In Teens And Young Adults?

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: January 12, 2025

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The CDC Says A Significant Number Of Teens Are Still Struggling With Mental Health

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: November 9, 2024

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What Are Examples Of Relational Bullying Parents Should Watch For?

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: October 14, 2024

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TikTok Lawsuit Says The Platform Is “Preying On Children”

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: October 8, 2024

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Could A Law Limiting Teen And Preteen Smartphone Access Ever Fly?

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: October 2, 2024

Teenage Girl Being Bullied By Text Message

Bullying Hurts Teens’ Mental Health And Academic Futures

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: October 2, 2024

Upset crying teenage girl sits on sofa with phone suffering from depression after bullying. Caring kind woman hugging daughter feeling stressed because of insults in social networks or messengers

Is Your Teen Sadfishing? Is It Time To Intervene?

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: September 29, 2024

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Experts Warn The Pandemic Stressed Teen Brains, Especially Girls

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: September 25, 2024

The Aftermath: Threats, Arrests, & Copycats Following School Shootings

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: September 12, 2024

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Teen Mental Health First Aid: One Instructor Shares Impact On Community

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: July 30, 2024

High School Student Sleeping on a Stack of Books

Sleep Power: What Researchers Have Learned Could Help Tweens & Teens

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: July 27, 2024