Popular high school kids sleep differently, scientists say
The findings were most stark among teenage girls, with potential implications for their mental and physical health.
AI Will Be Youth's Fentanyl
Powerful AI algorithms will allow social media companies to funnel even more addictive content to users.
America's teens are already planning to get plastic surgery
When surveying a group of teens, one in four say they plan to get cosmetic surgery to combat the appearance of aging.
Teen psychosis risk may be linked to computer and video game use
Using more video games and computers during teen years may increase the likelihood of having a psychotic experience by age 23.
Heartwarming reason mom is helping her daughter shave her legs at 10
Footage of a parenting milestone posted on TikTok by Brandee Mulligan has racked up 3.7 million views.
Teen stabbed mom to death after she took her iPhone: Police
Police described the 13-year-old as guilt-stricken and remorseful following the Friday afternoon incident.
Active skincare ingredients are harming tweens
"These ingredients can do damage, irritate the skin and cause the reverse effects they are hoping to achieve," dermatology professor Carol Cheng said.
Relative slammed for telling sister-in-law the truth about teen daughter
"It's possible the recent eruption was a consequence of feeling muted by their sister-in-law," an expert told Newsweek.
Teen tried to bribe Jack in the Box staff who saw him run over woman: Cops
Texas authorities said that the 17-year-old was driving drunk when he fatally hit a homeless woman and tried to flee before being stopped by witnesses.
Mom's horror as she realizes inappropriate gift she gave teen—A year later
Thankfully the TikToker has learned to be more careful when browsing for Christmas gifts, as she told Newsweek: "Here's to more careful shopping next time."
Teens willing to give parents control of their social media
Teens were more likely to support parental consent for minors to create social media accounts than oppose it in a new study.
Depression among tween girls deepens as social media use spikes: Survey
Girls as young as 10 are experiencing significant declines in self-confidence as they consume social media at unprecedented rates, according to a new report.
'Heartstopper' Season 2 and everything else new on Netflix in August
The streaming giant is bringing back two of its most popular shows, "Heartstopper" and "The Lincoln Lawyer," and saying goodbye to a number of fan favorites.
Republican defends screaming expletives at resting teens
GOP Representative Derrick Van Orden reportedly yelled and cursed at Senate pages resting at the Capitol Rotunda on Wednesday night.
'Welcome to Sex' author gets positive news after death threats over book
Author and podcaster Yumi Stynes has been under fire over her book, which offers advice on sex and sexuality to children aged 12 to 15.
Teen cheered for refusing to let grandmother wear her prom dress
"I feel guilty for insisting on her never wearing it but I also think that it's very clearly MY dress," the teen wrote in a viral post.
Parents canceling teen's 16th birthday over comment made a year ago backed
"This is the best thing you can do for your daughter," said one commenter on the viral Reddit post.
Philadelphia teens attempt to light stick of dynamite inside grocery store
Authorities said the suspects were able to flee the scene before police arrived at the store.
Someone asked their date to prom by graffitiing "promposal" on trees
In what appeared to be red paint, the trees spelled out "Prom?"
"We're so ashamed": Parents dragged over reason they sent teen son away
The parents said that they had "never been more ashamed" of their 16-year-old son.
Old grenade kills man cleaning out dad's belongings
Authorities are investigating whether the pin was pulled or if the old armament somehow went off by itself.
Fury over mom forcing teenage daughter to learn sign language: "So cold"
The 17-year-old was told to learn some "basic" sign language to communicate with her young stepsister or move out.
Kellyanne Conway's daughter blasts Trump supporter—"It's called sarcasm"
Claudia Conway, 18, has ramped up her criticism of former President Donald Trump over the past several weeks.
Kellyanne Conway's daughter slams "fascination" with parents' divorce
"My parents' business is not a political talking point," said Claudia Conway.
Theme parks crack down on unsupervised teens
Several theme parks are now requiring guests age 15 and younger to be accompanied by someone who is at least 21 during certain hours of operation.
The CDC Must Answer for Its Mental Health Scandal
It's ironic that the report came from the CDC, the agency most likely to blame for this new wave of depression and despondency among young people.
We Need to Rethink Who Delivers Drug Prevention Programs
Rather than police, teachers or mental health professionals should deliver drug prevention programs.
Three teenagers' ride in stolen car leads to deadly tragedy
The teens allegedly crashed into another vehicle as it was leaving a driveway, and might have caused other damage before police noticed them.
Prince William surprises teens with viral video chat: "Doing any work?"
The Prince of Wales' call with a group of teenagers was made during an unannounced visit at a hospital in eastern England.
Republicans are trying to ban transgender health care in these 26 states
On Thursday, Georgia became the 26th state where Republicans are pushing for legislation limiting trans teens' access to gender-affirming health care.