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• Children who have limited time with their fathers may become bullies, study says

  A researcher from Vanderbilt University has determined that the amount of time children spend with their father can contribute to bullying behavior. more...

• CDC study shows that teen pregnancy in U.S. hits record low

  A new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that the teen birth rate in the U.S. is at a record low. However, a related survey found that a significant number of adolescents had misconceptions or a misunderstanding about the use of birth control. more...

• Mobile phone forum promotes healthy use of new technologies

  One of the leading manufacturers of mobile texting devices recently met with students and educators to discuss the challenges that teens face in technology-obsessed culture. more...

• Global killer takes center stage on December 1

  The 22nd annual World AIDS Day was recognized across the globe on Wednesday, as schools, communities and even celebrities spread awareness about the deadly epidemic. more...

• Kids are influenced by aggressive behavior seen on TV, professor says

  An Oregon-based psychology professor believes that a lot of the bullying behavior among kids is caused by television programming. more...

• Community programs provide positive options to troubled teens

  Before joining a community program designed to keep children out of trouble, Cassandra Johnson had dropped out of school and hung out with the wrong crowd. more...

• Former police chiefs advocate for early intervention programs

  Retired law enforcement officials in Arizona are urging citizens to vote down a proposition that would slash funding for early intervention programs for at-risk youths. more...

• Health organization says children are overexposed to advertisements for harmful substances

  Members of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently warned that U.S. children are overexposed to images of alcohol and drugs. more...

• Officials hope youth survey reveals vital information

  Pennsylvania officials are hoping that the results of a statewide survey will shed light on why many adolescents partake in destructive behavior. more...