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Majority of American teens say they are cyberbullied, Pew study finds
A majority of American teenagers say they have been bullied or harassed online, and teenage girls are more likely to be targeted for certain types of cyberbullying, according to a comprehensive new study from the Pew Research Center.
7 months ago -
Back-to-school: What parents need to know about motivation and study habits
When it comes to supporting your kids this year, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that most parents struggle to find the balance between helping too much and not enough. Read tips on how parents can help best from WTOP’s education contributor Ann Dolin.
7 months ago -
How to encourage your teen to spend time on self-care
Encourage your teen to start building self-care habits early in life, so that when they hit difficulties and roadblocks, they’re able to navigate them skillfully and stay strong and steady.
8 months ago -
Got teenagers? Study says be sure to get some sleep
Parents of teenagers are advised to get more sleep in order to be more consistent in setting boundaries for their children. Well-rested parents are better able to help their children become well-adjusted teenagers, a new study suggests.
11 months ago -
Gen Z: What you should know about the post-millennial generation
The school shooting in Parkland, Florida, sparked a wave of activism among teens not seen in a long time. One expert said it is a generation finding its voice. Here’s what you should know about Generation Z.
1 year ago -
Teen drug use at ‘all-time lows’: How to keep it there
There’s reassuring news for parents of teenagers in the U.S.: Teen drug and alcohol use is at an all-time low, according to data from the National Institute on Drug Abuse.
1 year ago -
‘Just Ask’ shining light on teen sex trafficking problem in Fairfax Co.
The crime of teen sex trafficking is not going away. In fact, it’s only getting worse, experts say. One part of the solution is education.
2 years ago -
Parents divided on issue of teen drinking
Do you allow your teenager to drink alcohol? Parents may be divided on the issue, but the law is becoming clearer about holding adults responsible.
3 years ago -
Survey shows teen behavior changing
There\’s somewhat surprising news about teenage behavior. They\’re more active, report less bullying and are drinking less alcohol. But they\’re also using more smokeless tobacco.
5 years ago -
Texting joins ranks of sleep walking and talking
It really is the next logical step in a technology-addicted society.
6 years ago
