Puberty brings a cascade of changes—physical, emotional, and social. New research suggests that teens who feel prepared to handle these changes experience better mental health through puberty. A study ...

Why do some teens wind up with mental health and substance abuse problems? It's something researchers have worked to explain over the years, pointing to everything from parenting styles to genetic ...

New research suggests that teens who feel better-prepared to take on the challenges of puberty are more resilient and have a stronger sense of mental well-being. Subscribe to our newsletter for the ...

The body changes, hormones surge, and the transition from child to teenager is well underway. But when puberty begins earlier than among peers, it may have consequences for young people—even when it ...

Consuming certain sweeteners commonly found in foods and beverages may increase the risk of early puberty in children, particularly among those who are genetically predisposed, according to a study ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Most popular coming-of-age movies don’t reflect the true challenges of adolescence, suggests new research. An analysis led by Kate Stewart, a PhD student in communication at The Ohio ...

A new study suggests that growing up in poverty accelerates biological development. For adolescent girls, this early onset of ...