It has been said time and time again that teenagers are, by nature, defiant in their behavior. New parents think nervously about the day their little ones will reach the teenage stage. Often, however, defiant behavior in teenagers is caused by...
Schizophrenia is a mental illness that usually starts in the late teens or early 20s. It often begins with what are known as prodromal symptoms: mild symptoms that precede the full-blown disease. These are nonspecific, can mimic normal teen...
The teen years are fraught with changes. The onset of puberty brings on physical and emotional changes that many teens struggle with. Teens often place a high value on their appearance, says Kids Health, which can result in a teen comparing...
Causes of teenage suicide can be difficult to pinpoint and may involve several factors. Teens go through a vulnerable period at this stage in their lives. No matter how small or big their problems, their troubles may feel unbearable or...
Bipolar disorder, sometimes known as manic-depression, is a mood disorder characterized by extreme highs and lows in the affected person's mood, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, or NIMH. Bipolar disorder significantly impacts...
Approximately 3,900 teens begin smoking every day, according to Family First Aid. Of these 3,900 it is estimated that 1,500 of them will go on to become adult smokers. A majority of teens who smoke often suffer from other behavioral issues,...
Schizophrenia, a lifelong psychiatric disorder characterized by delusions, hallucinations and abnormal social behaviors, usually first appears in young adults, with 25 the average age in males and 30 for women, according to Helpguide.org....
When depression leads to self-medication, it can compound the difficulties that the person is already experiencing. Often, people who are going through depression will turn to alcohol or drugs to deal with gloomy moods and negative thoughts. It...
All teens can have their moments, when they do not listen and they argue with everything said, but some teens can become more challenging than others, reports MayoClinic.com. When your teen begins to engage in troubling and unwanted behaviors, it...
Parenting children who suffer from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can feel like a roller coaster ride. The effects of parenting a child with ADHD run the gamut from positive to negative. Some days, parents may just want to give...
According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), up to 5 percent of American teens are ADHD diagnosable, with this being the most common mental health disorder affecting youth. According to Teenhelp.com, ADHD often accompanies...
Conflict between parents and teens is normal. This is when your teen will begin embracing developmental skills such as independent thinking, leadership and self-esteem. Keep in mind, however, that she needs your guidance just as much as ever.
The teenage years are an intense and critical time for moral development. A teenager is finding his or her own identity by discovering who he or she is and changing into an adult. Although teens may want a lot of independence and freedom at this...
According to TeenDrugAbuse, 30 percent of eighth-graders, 45 percent of tenth-graders and 53 percent of twelfth-graders use drugs. Teenage abuse of illicit drugs as well as prescriptions drugs, alcohol and cigarettes continues to be a significant...
A teen with high self-esteem will be more likely to face challenges confidently, learn from mistakes and ask questions when he doesn't understand something. Discovery Health reports that a teen's self-esteem and confidence affect his decisions....
You can list multiple reasons to smoke. You think it looks cool. Your friends do it. Glamorous celebrities light up. You know it makes your parents mad. You're forgetting that smoking even at a young age puts you at risk for many short-term...
The teenage years are full of ups and downs emotionally and physically. The Family Education website states that the changes your teen goes through can cause fluctuations in the way he acts—especially his behavior. While every teen...
Alabama offers a wide range of services for troubled teens, from strict boot camps to gentler, outdoor-focused wilderness camps. Physical health is always a consideration, so some form of exercise will be offered, if not compulsory, alongside...
Cigarettes are made up of toxic chemicals that can kill you if the dose is high enough, according to Teens Health. Smoking can cause serious health problems and it is very dangerous for teenagers. The effects of smoking on teens can range from bad...
According to the experts at Focus Adolescent Youth, teens who experience some type of loss, who are under extreme stress or who suffer from some type of anxiety or attention disorder are prone to depression. It is also common for depressed teens...
The period of life between childhood and adulthood is adolescence. This period starts with the beginnings of sexual maturity and ends with being an independent adult, according to an article by Russell Viner and Deborah Christie in the Feb. 5,...
At some point in their lives, most children go through a defiant phase in which they engage in verbal altercations with adults or other children. However, some children exhibit a pattern of violent behavior that can endanger themselves and those...
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) reports that by the 12th grade, more than 23 percent of teens have used illicit drugs. While the government agency reports a decline in teen drug use of marijuana and crystal methamphetamine, it reports...
A 1999 study at the Search Institute revealed that teens who engage in extracurricular activities such as sports are far less likely than other teens to drop out of school, engage in risky or illegal behavior or use drugs or alcohol. Sports are a...
As a child reaches her teens, you might find her experimenting with new things and behaving differently. Much of this behavior comes from her friend's actions, as children of this age feel the need to fit in with a group. Through this peer...
Tobacco companies intentionally use advertising campaigns that target teens and young adults. A 1981 Phillip Morris Companies memo, reported by the World Health Organization, or WHO, states, "Today's teenager is tomorrow's potential regular...
