Adolescence is a critical stage of growth, a time when young people begin to make their own independent choices in preparation for adulthood. However, it is also a time of vulnerability, especially ...

Those who grew up when Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) pamphlets were common in the school counselor's office are probably familiar with the “gateway drug” theory, which suggests the use of ...

As children transition to adulthood, they gradually gain independence, often taking risks as they explore the world. But many early experiences, such as alcohol and drug use, can shape their future.

New research published in Psychological Medicine suggests that recreational cannabis use during adolescence and young adulthood is associated with more frequent psychotic-like experiences. These ...

Studies in adolescent animals suggest that some components of the developing serotonergic system respond to SSRI treatment in a similar fashion to the adult system. For example, chronic (over 22 days) ...

This post was coauthored by Gabriella P. Oettinger and Juan M. Dominguez, Ph.D. As we begin the new school year, the importance of understanding the challenges and risks that students face becomes ...

Adolescence is a remarkable period of development and learning, a time when youths explore and adapt to changes in their social worlds and begin to form a sense of who they are and hope to be. It is a ...

Members of the tight-knit mountain town of Evergreen gathered Monday in support of students at Evergreen High School. The event, at Evergreen Lake, included therapy, animals, music and food to comfort ...

This summer, many parents find themselves caught between excitement and anxiety as they help their college-bound children prepare for the next chapter in their lives. There’s the practical preparation ...