AI chatbots under scrutiny after teen suicides
Two lawsuits question whether AI chatbots failed teens in crisis, raising urgent concerns about safety protocols, accountability, & mental health.
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Research on media glorification and teen behavior
Teen drinking and drug use are down, but the media can make them look more common than ever. How can we mitigate the effects?
Calif. aims to improve mental health for boys & men
California tackles the crisis facing young men and boys with a new executive order focused on mental health and opportunity.
We Congratulate the ‘Social Media’ Class of 2023
Big social media emerged when this year's graduates were born; smartphones got big when they were 7. Depression predictably followed.
Students can embrace a new era of ‘classical’ music
Classical music in the 21st century (or, technically, Western art music) isn't popular among students but makes important contributions to art.
Study finds increasing suicide rates among Black girls
Why are Black adolescent girls committing suicide at increasingly higher rates in the US? Could it be an effect of racism and prejudice?
Survey points to what worries teens
Depressions & anxiety are among the primary stressors in teens' lives, according to a survey. They worry about other things, too.
Body shaming affects young people & can kill them
Body shaming and a negative body image can lead to depression, which can lead to other mental health issues, such as suicide.
We support Valerie’s Law, an IL anti-bullying measure
Would an IL law that makes it a misdemeanor for bullying have an impact at reducing the frequency of the destructive behavior?
Alarming numbers of teens cyberbully themselves
Digital "self-harm," a form of cyberbullying where teens send hurtful messages anonymously to themselves, is emerging as a concern.