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Tween girls are now self-harming almost as much as 15- to 19-year-olds
The surprises in the post-pandemic data, including for Gen Alpha
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We need to talk about test scores
The declines go beyond pandemic effects
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For teens, the loneliness epidemic is not a myth
Even post-pandemic, more teens are lonely than in the early 2010s
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Is child abuse the real reason for the teen mental health crisis?
We finally have a definitive answer
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Twice as many teens say they do not enjoy life
As the world opened up post-pandemic, teens were a little better but still not OK
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The pandemic was bad for teen mental health. The smartphone and social media were worse.
By this point, most people are aware that there’s a crisis in teen mental health. It’s often assumed that the crisis is due to young people’s…
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The homework bubble has popped
Middle and high school students are suddenly spending less time on their schoolwork even as more are getting A’s
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Psychologist and author Jean M. Twenge shares the latest research on teens & social media, generational differences, and trends in mental health -- plus tips for finding a better balance with technology.

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