Teenagers and Adolescence – Page 18

Kids Buying Weed From Bodegas Wasn’t in the ‘Legal Weed’ Plan

The rollout of legal marijuana in New York has been a slow and laborious process. The corner stores aren’t waiting.

February 24, 2023

In New York, 2 Teens’ Deaths Underscore Dangers of ‘Subway Surfing’

In New York, incidents of people riding outside of train cars have more than quadrupled in one year. Two recent deaths show the dangers of a trend stoked by social media.

February 21, 2023

How Parents Can Help Struggling Teens

The psychologist Lisa Damour shares advice on how to connect, what healthy emotions look like and when to step in.

February 21, 2023

The Smartphone and the Sources of Teenager Despair

Social media has added to a sense of isolation.

February 18, 2023

When Parents Hear That Their Child ‘Is Not Normal and Should Not Exist’

Anti-trans legislation in dozens of states is an attack on parental rights.