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Family MattersTeens
A Unit of Their Own: Addressing the Special Needs of Hospitalized Teen Cancer Patients
At her Seattle high school, Shannon Keating wears a hat to camouflage a head made bare by chemotherapy. In the hospital, surrounded by other teens her age, she’s more comfortable going bald. “I feel fine not wearing a hat …
Study Shows Seeing Smiles Can Lower Aggression
A happy face can certainly lift spirits, but can it reduce rage?
How Junior High Friendships Affect Adult Relationships
Middle school is typically a time of chaotic emotions, confusing relationships and challenging growing pains. But it may also have a surprisingly lasting influence on the future.
Unhealthy Teens Could Lead to Rise in Heart-Disease Rates
Less than half of U.S. adolescents are living heart-healthy lives, and lack of exercise and poor diets could be creating a new generation of heart-disease patients.
When It Comes to Curbing Drinking, College Students Do Listen
One of the more effective ways to reduce excessive drinking in college is also the most obvious — talk to freshman before they set foot on campus.
Why New York’s Latest Campaign To Lower Teen Pregnancy Could Backfire
To lower teen pregnancy rates in the city, the mayor is relying on fear, guilt and shame. But how effective are such approaches in changing behavior?
Family MattersChildhood
We Day: Inspiring Children to Give Back
Through social media, children are finding ways to make a difference — and take a stand — on hunger, homelessness, and much more.
Just Say No to Talking About Your Own Drug Use with Your Kids
Parents who talk to their kids about their own, past drug may not be helping their kids to avoid drugs.
Family MattersSexuality
Bullying: For Gay and Lesbian Teens, Does Life Get Better After School?
How long does bullying over sexual orientation continue?
Why Personality May Matter in Preventing Alcoholism
A program that takes personality into account may help to identify and reduce teen-drinking rates.
What Bystanders Can Do to Stop Rape
Why bystanders don’t act when they see violent crimes
How to Starve the Trolls
It was a bad week for Internet trolls.
