Adolescence - Psychology Today
Adolescence is the transitional stage from childhood to adulthood that occurs between ages 13 and 19. The physical and psychological changes that take place in adolescence often start earlier,...
Adolescence | Definition, Characteristics, & Stages | Britannica
2024年11月6日 · The World Health Organization defines an adolescent as any person aged 10 to 19. In many societies, however, adolescence is often equated with puberty. Learn more about the definition, features, and stages of adolescence.
Understanding the Psychology of Adolescence | Psych Central
2023年11月27日 · Adolescence is a period of significant development that starts with puberty and ends sometime around a person’s mid-20s. There are three stages: Early adolescence: ages 10 to 13. Middle...
Mental health of adolescents - World Health Organization (WHO)
2024年10月10日 · Adolescents with mental health conditions are particularly vulnerable to social exclusion, discrimination, stigma (affecting readiness to seek help), educational difficulties, risk-taking behaviours, physical ill-health and human rights violations.
Adolescence - Wikipedia
Adolescence is a time of rapid cognitive development. [60] Piaget describes adolescence as the stage of life in which the individual's thoughts start taking more of an abstract form and the egocentric thoughts decrease, allowing the individual to …
Adolescent Development - Youth.gov
Adolescence is the developmental transition to adulthood that includes rapid changes in the brain and body, often at different rates and is a time for healthy exploration of identity and learning independence. It can also be a stressful or challenging for teens because of these rapid changes.
How Is Climate Change Affecting Teenagers? - The New York Times
By Charley Locke. Nov. 4, 2024. When you’re a teenager, everything can feel like a crisis. But for these teenagers living in areas around the world affected by climate change, the sense of ...
Teen Behavior, Explained by a Neuroscientist | Tufts Now
2024年4月1日 · Teenagers are known for their sometimes-unpredictable behavior. One moment they’re mature and clear-thinking, and the next they’re irrational or engaging in risky behavior. Neurologically speaking, they can’t help it, though that’s probably of …
The Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health
1 天前 · Frequent social media use is linked to increased depression and anxiety in teens. Key factors include comparison, validation seeking, and cyberbullying risks. Parents can set boundaries, promote ...
Understanding Mental Health in Teenage Years | AFA Education Blog
2024年10月27日 · From 2008 to 2020, the suicide rates among youths aged 12-17 rose from 3.7 to 6.3 per 100,000. This increase highlights a growing concern regarding youth mental health. Excessive use of social media is linked to increased mental distress, self-harming behaviors, and even suicidal thoughts among teenagers.