As parents, we know that getting kids to clean up their rooms isn’t always easy. The mess usually looks different depending on their age. When …
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Elijah Muhammad, age 13, graduated earlier this month like many other of his peers. However, instead of finishing his middle school career with others his …
Read more13-year-old earns degree in computer science and cybersecurity
While TikTok is a source of endless entertainment including viral dance challenges, recipes and general lifestyle hacks, it’s also intent on becoming a resource for those …
Read moreTikTok adds a new feature to support mental well-being
Shaquille O’Neal knows the pain of being big and tall in a world that is made for smaller people. So when he heard the plight …
Read moreShaquille O’Neal helps teen with size 23 feet get shoes that fit
With the help of a professional makeup artist and photo manipulation, a 37-year-old mom was transformed into a pre-teen persona, 11-year-old “Bailey.” She posted an …
In the past several years, New York City has worked hard to become more bike-friendly, and their efforts have paid off. With more than 450,000 …
Read moreLeBron James and Lyft are giving thousands of teens free access to bikes
Ah, teenagers. They never fail to alarm us older folks with their latest stunts and fads. In the age of social media, the dicey trends …
Read moreWhat parents need to know about the shell-on challenge
What were you doing when you were 16? Learning to drive a car? Studying for the SATs? Well, one 16-year-old girl was just nominated for …
Read moreThis Inspiring 16-Year-Old Girl Is Being Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
When you’re a teenager, everything your parents do is for grounds for embarrassment. If they start dancing at a sporting event and are caught on …
Read moreTeen Boy Mortified as Adults Dance Next to him on the Jumbotron
Whether your generation is all about “Double Dare” slime or you have kids who like to make their own, there’s no doubt about it — …
Read moreElmer’s glue kicks off slime-making contest for kids of all ages
It could happen at any time: Eventually, your kids may want their own social media accounts. “If you have a teen or tween, you should …
Read moreThis is the average age when kids get a social media account
While sex and drug use are on the decline among teenagers in the United States, other health risks — including suicidal ideation and bullying — …
Read moreFewer teens are engaging in risky behaviors, CDC survey finds
As information spreads across the internet, sometimes it’s difficult to tell what is actually a trend and what is not. The latest “trend” to be …
A new study has revealed some alarming information when it comes to young people and the rising popularity of JUUL, a discreet e-cigarette that, as of …
Read moreMost JUUL users don’t realize how much nicotine is in the devices, study says
It seems like every year, teenagers find a new viral “challenge” to partake in. Remember planking? Or the invisible step challenge? And could anyone forget …
Read moreIt turns out hordes of teens aren’t really snorting condoms
It’s hardly news that there are relatively few women in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) industries. Although female workers comprise 48 percent of the …
Read moreMicrosoft offers free coding classes for girls throughout March
Two inches by two inches with words of encouragement or pictures guaranteed to brighten someone’s day. The “Take What You Need” Wall at Fairfield High School …
Read moreHow one high school is using Post-It notes to spread positivity
By now, you’ve likely heard of the Tide Pod Challenge. This so-called “challenge” involves people filming themselves eating Tide laundry detergent pods, all in the hopes …
Read moreNew York lawmakers want Tide to make its laundry pods look less tempting
If it seems like there’s a new internet challenge every time you turn around—you’re right. While the Ice Bucket Challenge was harmless and supported a …
Read moreTeen Tide Pod Challenge: What to know about this disturbing online phenomenon
When I think about trick-or-treating, I am awash in endless happy memories of childhood. I remember dressing up and heading out with friends or with …
Read morePost asking people not to shame trick-or-treating teens goes viral
Homecoming season is officially upon us. And while the news is sometimes saturated with tales of bullying, it’s nice to know there are still some …
Read moreHigh school homecoming king gives crown to his Best Buddy
Most models become well-known during their teenage years. But the whole world was introduced to Thylane Blondeau when she was barely out of kindergarten. At the age …
Read moreThe ‘World’s Most Beautiful’ Girl Is A Teen Model — See Her Now
Research shows 87 percent of kids have witnessed cyberbullying. And, now, there is a wildly popular new app called Sarahah which kids are using to bully …
Read moreHow kids use work app Sarahah to bully peers online
College students often turn to energy drinks to get through long nights spent cramming for exams or finishing that term paper. Loaded with caffeine, sugar, …
Read moreStudy finds young adults who consume energy drinks more likely to use drugs
If you’re the parent of a teen, you should be aware of the “Blue Whale Challenge.” Described as an online suicide game, it encourages participants …
Read moreWhat parents should know about the online ‘Blue Whale Challenge’ after teen’s suicide
I have a confession to make. I once pegged my oldest daughter as a bully. As a mom of two girls, I spent seemingly countless …
Read moreHow to know when bad behavior becomes bullying behavior
There’s no question, your kids are learning a ton at school. But, while those academic lessons are important, there are also some significant life skills you’ll want …
Read more7 Things Your Kids Should Know How To Do By The Time They Turn 13
Life with a teenager is no easy feat. They’re prone to mood swings, take unnecessary risks and can be difficult to communicate with. It can be …
Read moreParents, Here Are The 6 Things Your Teenagers Really Need From You
Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away! It’s crunch time for Turkey Day hosts everywhere. Whether you are having a large group of people over …
Read moreMom Hilariously ‘Closes’ Living Room To Keep It Clean For Thanksgiving
[Scroll below to read letter] Part of being a teen is talking back to your parents and getting annoyed with them. But sometimes it’s hard …
Read moreYou Need to Read This Mom’s Tough Love Letter to Her Teenager