Adolescence is often seen as a period when parents step back and peers step in. Yet in many parts of the world, parents ...

Friendships matter deeply during adolescence-and their impact echoes well into adulthood. Friends are not just companions; ...

The question was: “Why do peers become so important in adolescence, and why do parents matter less?” So there were really two questions in one. Start with the second question first. WHY DO PARENTS ...

Have you already given thought to how your adolescent may fare, socially, in adulthood? If so, then you're likely on the ...

As they began to feel pressure from their teachers, coaches, employers and friends, stress is created that can cause serious depression for our teens. The two most important places in a teen’s ...