Adolescence is a time of change and growth. Teenagers face many challenges as they transition from childhood to adulthood. Some common problems teenagers face include: – Adolescent identity crisis – Pressure to conform to peer groups – academic pressure – Bullying – substance abuse Adolescence can be a difficult time for both teenagers and their … Read more
The earthquake in Japan reminds me how quickly circumstances can change. The problem that the Japanese government is currently facing is identical to that of Malaysia with regard to dealing with adolescent crises. To pay for all of the structures that crumble as a result of the earthquake, the Japanese government will have spend approximately … Read more
Advertising is a highly influential factor in the lives of teenagers today. Through targeted marketing campaigns and pervasive, persuasive messaging, advertisers are able to exert significant influence over teen behaviors and attitudes. Some of the effects that advertising can have on teens include increased pressure to conform to certain standards of beauty or fashion, heightened … Read more
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that suicide is the third leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States. In 2017, there were approximately 2,200 teen suicides. Suicide is defined as intentionally ending one’s own life. Risk factors for suicide include mental health disorders, substance abuse, bullying, and exposure to … Read more
Advertising has a big impact on teenagers. It can affect their choices, behaviours and even their self-esteem. Advertisers often target teenagers with their products, as they are a group that is considered to have a lot of spending power. This can lead to teens becoming very interested in the products being advertised, and wanting to … Read more
Teenage depression is a serious mental health condition that can cause significant problems in a teenager’s life. Teenagers who are depressed may feel sad, hopeless, and worthless, and they may lose interest in activities they used to enjoy. Depression can also lead to problems at school, with friends, and in relationships. Depression is not just … Read more
Teenage alcoholism is a serious problem that often goes unnoticed. Alcoholism in teenagers can have serious long-term consequences, both for the individual and for society as a whole. Teenagers frequently drink alcohol because they think it makes them look grown-up or cool. However, alcohol can have a damaging effect on the developing brain of a … Read more
Christian teenagers have a lot of things to deal with – from peer pressure, to schoolwork, to developing their own identities. But being a Christian teenager doesn’t have to be difficult. In fact, Christianity can actually give teens the tools they need to thrive in today’s world. Christianity teaches that we are all sinners, but … Read more
Advertising today has a wide range of effects on teens. Advertising is all around you and everyone else. It’s in the air, in your magazines, even on your T.V.. How does advertising affect teenagers? Advertising affects teenagers in many ways such as their self-esteem, what they want to buy and how much money they spend. … Read more
For teenagers, drinking alcohol is a significant part of social interactions and the teenagers’ development. The first drinking experience typically occurs during adolescence. Drinking alcohol is one of the first things teenagers learn and can be considered as an introductory activity to adult life. Some teenagers, particularly those who attended college take up this habit … Read more
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has published data that reveals the number of teenagers suffering from depression. Teenagers are more likely to suffer from anxiety or depression than any other age group, according to new research. An investigation by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) discovered that nearly four per cent of 15-year-olds ” … Read more
Kids can fall prey to a variety of dangerous methods to cope with the turmoil and anxiety of their adolescent years. The Troubled Teens series is intended to bring parents a collection of resources that will answer their most frequent questions about the pitfalls of being a depressed teen. Each week of the series we … Read more