Unpacking the Link Between Teen Victimization and Mental Illness
A longitudinal twin study suggests that victimization makes general and far-reaching contributions to mental disorders… More
Adolescence
Switching To Middle School Can Be Hard On Kids, But There Are Ways To Make It Better
“I’ll be famous one day, but for now I’m stuck in middle school with a bunch of morons.” That’s harsh… More
Don’t Suspend Students. Empathize.
The New York Times: To his teachers at Ridgeway High School in Memphis, Jason Okonofua was a handful. During class… More
Having A Best Friend In Your Teenage Years Could Benefit You For Life
NPR: David Thomas and I met when we were about 5 years old. We celebrated his 26th birthday last weekend… More
What Happens to Creativity as We Age?
The New York Times: One day not long ago, Augie, a 4-year-old Gopnik grandchild, heard his grandfather wistfully say, “I… More
How High-School Popularity Follows You Into Adulthood
New York Magazine: Although we don’t talk much about antiquated psychological concepts like the id, ego, superego, and unconscious anymore… More