This article emphasizes the positive effects self-compassion can have on young people as they navigate the stresses of adolescence.
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Researchers Study Effects Of Social Media On Young Minds
Ever wonder what using social media does to your brain? Read to learn what one team of researchers found when exploring this topic.
Social Lessons from Our Favorite Horror Movies
Click this link for a list of valuable social lessons that are reflected in some well-known horror films.
What Makes Horror Movies Scary? “We do,” Says Baylor Film Expert
A film historian at Baylor University believes horror movies are so compelling because they reflect the difficult and disturbing aspects of our society and ourselves.
The Impulsive “Teen Brain” Isn’t Based in Science
The author of this article takes issue with the stereotype that teenagers engage in risky behaviors because their brains are out of control, as some researchers have suggested.
How puberty prepares adolescents for adulthood through changing face perceptions
Researchers at Penn State University are studying how young people who are going through puberty perceive the faces of others they encounter, and how these perceptions are related to social behaviors and relationships.
Researchers Examine the Fun of Fear
Two faculty members at the University of Pittsburgh have teamed up to study the science of fear. They are interested in learning more about the psychological benefits of being scared.
Most Millennials Are Finding It Hard to Transition Into Adulthood: Report
This article points out that members of the millennial generation face a number of challenges as they adjust to life as adults in “the real world.”
10 Things Teens Should Know About Money
Click this link to get some helpful tips on managing your personal finances.
Horror movies tap into a primal fear instinct in your brain
Click this link to learn about “neurocinematics,” an area of research that investigates the connection between the mind and the experience of watching movies.
Today’s young adults are different, but not for the reasons you might think
A 2017 report by the United States Census Bureau explores how society’s definition of adulthood has changed over the last four decades. This article examines the findings of the report, including young Americans’ shifting attitudes about marriage.
Illegal Immigration Solutions – Pros and Cons: Historical Timeline
This timeline is organized into six time periods, each of which has excerpts and images from primary and secondary sources. Scan the entire timeline or choose to focus on one or two time periods for a more in-depth look at the history of immigration in the U.S.
Sweden’s “Gender-Neutral” Preschool
In Stockholm, Sweden, educators are using a controversial approach to shield young children from gender stereotypes.
Are decisions made in groups better than decisions made alone?
When you have to make an important decision, what do you do? Sometimes two heads are better than one, and sometimes they are worse. Find out how working in a group to make a decision can affect the outcome.
Teen Night Owls Struggle To Learn And Control Emotions At School
Do you tend to stay up late at night? A group of researchers recently conducted a survey to explore the effects of teenagers being “night owls.” Read to learn more.
Teaching Teenagers to Cope With Social Stress
Psychology Professor David S. Yeager has a simple message that can help teens manage their stress and anxiety: People can change. Read to find out how keeping this idea in mind can be useful when navigating the transition into high school.
Children should be allowed to get bored, expert says
Are there benefits to spending time being bored? Read this article to find out why one expert thinks it’s important to embrace boredom for children and adults alike.
Top 10 Scariest Flicks of All Time
What are your scariest movies? Here’s a pick of the top ten scariest movies of all time. See if you agree!
With a Few Bits of Data, Researchers Identify ‘Anonymous’ People
A study in the Journal Science has analyzed credit card transactions to show that it is often possible to indentify individuals from just a few pieces of specific information. Read about the study here.
10 Common Nightmares
Sometimes the scariest things we face aren’t even real, and unreal things can be mighty scary. Check out this list of common nightmares to find out what might cause each one. Then, the next time you wake up frightened by a dream, ask yourself, “was that nightmare trying to tell me something?”