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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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