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Intervention Programs Aimed at Adolescent Girls Measured for Effectiveness
Posted on December 24, 2011
A troubling trend appears to be emerging among adolescent girls. According to a recent Find Articles report, more than one-fifth of eighth-grade girls have reported alcohol use in the last month. Marijuana rates among this demographic are rising faster than boys of the same age.
When Snooping Is the Right Thing to Do
Posted on August 16, 2009
As every parent knows, children guard their privacy with a zeal that we often wish they’d apply to other things like getting good grades and helping out around the house. Loving parents respect the privacy of their children’s bedrooms and don’t snoop around with no reason. But sometimes things aren’t right and further investigation is warranted.
Intervention Program Helps Teens at Risk for Psychosis
Posted on May 22, 2009
A recent Finnish study has determined that care focused on family and network helps to improve the overall functioning and mental health in adolescents at risk of developing psychosis.
