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Purpose in Adolescence

Research Facts and Findings

Anthony L. Burrow, Rachel Sumner, and Melanie Netter

2014

In this article, the authors examine evidence that purpose is an important resource that adolescents can use to successfully navigate challenges and even thrive.

Additional Keywords

positive youth development, adolescent development

Challenging Casanova: Moving beyond the notion that "all boys want sex"

Practice Matters

Andrew Smiler

2013

Most guys aren't promiscuous, but the damaging image of the "player" is embedded in our culture. In this article, Andrew Smiler discusses how parents and youth workers can help boys learn to resist the stereotype.

Additional Keywords

adolescent development, boys, males, relationships, sexual development

Gender and Sexual Health, Part 1: Understanding Gender and Gender Equality

Research Facts and Findings

Lori A. Rolleri

2013

In Part One of the Gender and Sexual Health series, Lori Rolleri discusses the meaning and theories of gender, and defines the components of gender equality.

Additional Keywords

adolescent development, sexual health, gender-series

Gender and Sexual Health, Part 2: Gender Norms and Sexual Health Behaviors

Research Facts and Findings

Lori A. Rolleri

2013

Part Two of the Gender and Sexual Health series focuses on how boys and girls are socialized to adopt gendered attitudes and behaviors, and how rigid norms affect sexual risk-taking behavior.

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adolescent development, sexual health, gender-series

Young Men's Sexuality: What's Typical?

Research Facts and Findings

Andrew Smiler

2013

American culture conceptualizes young men's sexuality as ever-present, indiscriminate, and barely controlled. Yet the research tells us that most guys aren't promiscuous and don't see themselves as players.

Additional Keywords

adolescent development, boys, males, relationships

Adolescent Risk Taking

Jutta Dotterweich

2012

Developed for community educators, this presentation may be used to provide information on adolescent development and risk taking to parents, youth workers, and other sectors. The talk can be tailored to the target audience. Notes are included.

Additional Keywords

adolescents, stages of adolescence, teenagers, teens, tools

A New Vision for Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health

Research Facts and Findings

John Santelli and Amy Schalet

2009

Why are U.S. teens far more likely than teens in the Netherlands to give birth? In this article, the authors review historical and cultural contexts — particularly adult attitudes toward adolescent sexuality — to point us toward healthier outcomes.

Additional Keywords

adolescent sexual health, SRH, adolescent sexuality, teen sexuality, adolescent development, romantic relationships, teen pregnancy, adolescent pregnancy, pregnancy prevention, STDs, STIs, STD/HIV, STI/HIV, adolescent development, parents, parent-child communication, family, families, family communication, John S. Santelli, Europe, European approaches, sexuality information and education, sex education, sexual health education, protective factors

Growing Up Transgender: Research and Theory

Research Facts and Findings

Seth T. Pardo

2008

This issue of Research Facts and Findings introduces current research and theory on transgender identity formation.

Additional Keywords

transgender youth, trans youth, adolescent development, sexual minorities, gender

Mental Illness and Mental Health in Adolescence

Research Facts and Findings

Janis Whitlock and Karen Schantz

2008

This fact sheet provides a brief introduction to mental health with a focus on definition, assessment, and mental health disorders, then offers perspective on promoting positive mental health and protecting against mental health disorders.

Additional Keywords

adolescent development, health and wellness

Adolescent Romantic Relationships

Research Facts and Findings

Sarah Sorensen

2007

This article discusses the importance of romantic relationships to youth, including the benefits of healthy relationships, the risks romantic relationships may pose, and the need for adults to support young people in developing healthy relationships.

Additional Keywords

adolescence, adolescent development, youth development, teen sexuality, adolescent sexuality, sexual health, teen dating, adolescent dating, adolescent relationships, peers, peer relationships, healthy relationships, love, romance, risk behaviors, risky behaviors, sexual and reproductive health, SRH, teenagers, teens