Until recently, the prevailing belief was that brain development ceased at around the time a child entered kindergarten (i.e., that the brain is 90-95% formed by age six). However, recent findings ...

In 465 young people followed from late childhood to late adolescence, EEG reward responses increased until mid-adolescence ...

Adolescent depression is a significant mental health issue that affects a considerable number of teenagers worldwide. Despite its prevalence, depression in teens is often misunderstood or overlooked, ...

A large-scale program that enlisted students in disadvantaged middle schools to teach younger peers reduced disciplinary problems and improved academic achievement, reports new research led by a ...

In Western cultures, adolescence is often viewed as a time of rebellion and irresponsibility. A new article published in the journal Child Development Perspectives synthesized recent research on ...

For adults, a diet high in saturated fats and added sugar has been linked to impulsivity and poor self-control. But what role, if any, does diet play in adolescent psychological development? Diet is ...

Spread the love“`html Emotional regulation is a vital skill that many adolescents struggle to master. With hormones surging ...

The digital technology has profoundly transformed the social interaction patterns of children and adolescents, and has also given rise to new forms and ...

Repeated alcohol intoxication or exposure to stress appears to change how adolescent brains respond to danger. These changes ...