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Teens Sleeping Too Much, Or Not Enough? Parents Can Help

Sep 23, 2018
Though teenagers need about nine hours of rest a night, most get only seven and are suffering. A new survey suggests their parents are struggling, too. Here's how to improve the quality of teen sleep.
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Sure, keeping a teenager's thoughts corralled may seem like lion taming. But that impulsivity may help them learn, too.

Teens' Penchant For Risk-Taking May Help Them Learn Faster

Oct 06, 2016
The impulsivity and risk-taking that are common among teenagers may be a side effect of having a brain tuned to learn a lot of new stuff fast, researchers say. So it could be good in the long run.
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The Problem With Teens Is That They're Just Too Rational

Sep 09, 2015
Teenagers aren't always risk-taking gamblers; they put a lot of effort into weighing financial choices, a study finds. Adults are more apt to adopt rules and quickly make choices that are good enough.
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Playing catcher, Jake makes a play at home base during a practice at the Bad News Bears Field in Los Angeles.

Benefits Of Sports To A Child's Mind And Heart All Part Of The Game

Jul 01, 2015
In NPR's most recent poll, a majority of American adults say they played sports in their youth. Many say they encourage their kids to play, too, and see health benefits as well as lifelong lessons.
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Why Some Teen Brains May Be Hardwired To Make Risky Choices

Jun 17, 2015
Individual differences in the brain's working memory could help explain why some teens are especially impulsive about sex. Having engaged parents helps reduce the risk.
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