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Here's a Surprising Reason Why You Should Be Grateful Your Teen Likes to Argue

Shauna Wright — Sun, 24 Jun 2012 14:37:37 +0000

Your argumentative teen may drive you crazy sometimes, but take heart. New research from the University of Virginia indicates those strong-willed adolescents are better at resisting peer pressure and are thus less likely to drink or do drugs.

Carrie Underwood and Husband Remind Teens of Their Worth in Mental Health PSA

Brittany Joy Cooper — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 05:30:06 +0000

Carrie Underwood and her husband, hockey player Mike Fisher, are revered by teens across the country for their success in their respective careers. This week, the celebrity couple used that platform and took a minute to speak out for teen mental health. In support of the youth-driven organization D.I.F.D. (Do It For Daron), which works to raise awareness and get people talking about teen mental health, Underwood and Fisher appeared in a PSA reminding teens that they are highly valued and that they have hope.

Local Teens Arrested For Using "Fake" Guns To Rob Women

Luke — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 22:30:45 +0000

Four teenagers from Eunice were arresting for attempting to rob three females with BB guns. “The females were walking when four black males wearing ski masks displayed a weapon and requested money and their cell phone. One of the suspects later identified as a sixteen year old, fondled one of the females at gun point,” Police [...]

Understanding Your Teen

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:13:30 +0000

I just got my second teenager in the house. My daughter just turned thirteen to go along with my son who is now fifteen. Parenting seemed a lot easier when they were younger, but there is hope and help. Wonder what’s bugging your teen? It’s hard to be certain when all your son does is [...]