Teens

Advice, stories, and parenting tips on how to raise and provide support for a teenager from the TODAY show.

17d ago

No Shorts, No Jackets … No Problem: Why Middle Schoolers Aren’t Bothered By Freezing Weather

The winter temps are plummeting and your child decides to wear ... shorts. Awesome.
Why do teens insist on wearing shorts and no jackets in cold weather?
Why do teens insist on wearing shorts and no jackets in cold weather?
18d ago

EXCLUSIVE

EXCLUSIVE

Study Finds This Is How Teen Boys Are Being Lured Into Gambling

"I think the results of this new research are absolutely astounding, and a wake-up call for every parent everywhere."
A new study finds that a third of teen boys have admitted to gambling in the past year.
A new study finds that a third of teen boys have admitted to gambling in the past year.
33d ago

Duke Professor Shares the No. 1 Predictor of Success in Class

After years of teaching, Aaron Dinin noticed a pattern he couldn't ignore.
This simple classroom suggestion could impact your entire semester.
This simple classroom suggestion could impact your entire semester.
40d ago

What Activities Will Help Your Child Get Into College? An Expert Ranks Extracurriculars

"Anything that thousands of kids are doing is always going to be less helpful for you."
What extracurriculars are best for college applications?
What extracurriculars are best for college applications?
68d ago

‘This Is the End’: Australian Teens Mourn Loss of Social Media as Ban Begins

Young Australians faced the prospect of losing access to their favorite apps with a mix of sadness, humor and disbelief.
Australia's Ban On Social Media For Under-16s Looms
Australia's Ban On Social Media For Under-16s Looms
69d ago

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It's Freezing, but Boys Just Want to Wear Shorts! Should You Let Them?

The winter temps are plummeting and your son decides to wear ... shorts. Awesome.
Kids Wear Shorts
Kids Wear Shorts
81d ago

A Mom Asked Her Teen 1 Question. Her Answer Could Change How You Holiday Shop

A mom's viral video raises a timely question: Should parents be reconsidering how they navigate the season's gift demands?
97d ago
High schoolers share the good things that happened to them that day.