FAQ : teen life

Discusses gangs and urban violence, providing information on different types of gangs, why people join them, the kinds of activities in which members are involved, and other related topics.

Readers can explore some of the modern technology and are provided with a guide to navigating texts and the Internet safely, from avoiding misunderstanding to larger legal issues that can arise from careless texting.

Explains what kinds of speech constitute defamation, including libel and slander, and how to handle the issue when it arises in teen life. Related issues, including cyberbullying and hate speech, are also addressed.

Provides answers to questions teens may have about driving and the law, discussing learning to drive, road preparation, rules of the road, safe and responsible driving, and collisions.

Offers teens an overview of Nintendo Wii and video game injuries and fitness, describing what games and devices can be used for exercising and explaining the benefits of motion-based video games, the difference in effectiveness between video fitness and traditional exercises, common injuries, and how big of part video games should play in a fitness routine.

Offers teens an overview of how the adolescent brain works, explaining what a brain is made of, how it changes during the teen years, gender differences, and other related topics.

Provides answers to questions teens may have about sleep and sleep deprivation, discussing why sleep is important, how much a person needs, common disorders, sleep hygiene, and other related topics.

Helps teens address their concerns over college and career training, emphasizing the importance of both and helping them decide what they want to do with the rest of their lives.

Offers teens an overview of migraines and headaches, explaining their causes, symptoms, treatment options, and impact on daily life.

Offers teens an overview of the human papillomavirus, explaining its transmission, symptoms, physical and emotional impact, and other related topics.