Introduction Teenagers today consume a lot of news about global challenges, ranging from climate change to social justice. Just one decade ago, families could filter news from the outside world, but now minors can access anything on their mobile phones without adult guidance. Despite restrictions regarding age and consent, online channels offer both information and … [Read more...] about Teens consuming disturbing news on media and the role of school
Teenagers
The Unrealistic Portrayal of High School in Teen Dramas
High school is a formative time for teens. Many teens get their first jobs, meet their first loves, learn to balance responsibilities, and experience a period of growth and self discovery. While all of these social, professional, and mental milestones are being met, these teens are also balancing the work of eight subjects and extracurriculars. For years, teen dramas have … [Read more...] about The Unrealistic Portrayal of High School in Teen Dramas
Growing Up with the Internet
The internet is one of the most powerful and influential forces today, affecting nearly every aspect of our lives. Almost everything, in some way or another, connects to the internet and the media, and because of this, many positives and negatives come out of them. One of these subjects is how the media and the internet generally affect kids and teenagers. In today's age, … [Read more...] about Growing Up with the Internet