Adolescents who regularly choose solitude over social connection show measurable differences in brain structure and function, according to a large neuroimaging study.

Empathy, the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, is a crucial aspect of human social interaction. Parents and educators often wonder how teenagers develop this essential skill and ...

Adolescence is a period of social reorientation: a shift from a world centered on parents and family to one shaped by peers, ...

Today's school and ubiquitous social media environment can put enormous pressure on adolescents in particular. What can ...

A new documentary is exploring the fascinating world of adolescent neurology. It's called 'The Teen Brain,' which is directed by Emmy-nominated director, Tiffany Shlain, and executive produced by ...

The average teenager now spends approximately nine hours daily consuming digital media, with social platforms accounting for about one third of that time. This unprecedented level of connectivity ...

B ETTENDORF, Iowa (KWQC) - Bettendorf Middle School has been selected for a one-of-a-kind project made possible through grant funding. It’s a project that district leaders say will benefit both ...

This post was coauthored by Gabriella P. Oettinger and Juan M. Dominguez, Ph.D. As we begin the new school year, the importance of understanding the challenges and risks that students face becomes ...