Video Games And Social Media Hurt Teens’ Sleep, Study Says “People don’t make up their lost sleep.”

(Reuters Health) - Teens who play video games before bedtime go to bed later and those who use online social media take longer to fall asleep, according to a recent study.

Marijuana Not Benign: Warn Teens, Parents, AAP Says

As the legal status of marijuana evolves, pediatricians should counsel teenagers and their parents about its potential for harm, write the authors of a new clinical report from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Teenage binge drinking can affect brain function of future offspring

Repeated binge drinking during adolescence can affect brain functions in future generations, potentially putting offspring at risk for such conditions as depression, anxiety, and metabolic disorders, a study has found.

Mindfulness for teens

Discovering your inner strenght and learn to manage your stress with simple techniques

9 Insightful Quotes From Teens Who Really ‘Get It’

Adults are starting to recognize the depth and wisdom teenagers can share with the world.

Montag, 28. August 2017

Sexual consent: case analysis

Scenario 1:

Rose and Miguel had been going out for several months.  They had “hooked up” in the past. Rose has expressed to Miguel on several occasions that she desires to remain a virgin until marriage.  They often sleep at each others rooms, in the same bed.  On some of these occasions they kiss and hold each other.  On at least one occasion the touching went further to touching genital areas.  On this night, Rose and Miguel decided to take their relationship to the “next” level.  Rose and Miguel began to engage in oral sex.  Both parties were actively enjoying this activity.  Miguel then placed Rose on her back and proceeded to intercourse.  Rose stared blankly off and became silent

Scenario 2: 
Thomas and Brandon had been dating for a semester.  Thomas is a young student and Brandon is finishing college.  They were “hooking up” in Brandon´s room one afternoon after class.  Thomas felt like things were going to fast.  Brandon tells Thomas, “I thought you really liked me” and “I thought this could be a special time”.  Thomas really likes Brandon, but doesn’t want to move too quickly.  Brandon begins to question whether or not Thomas trusts him.  He also says things like, “we’ve been going out for a semester, and it’s time you made me happy.”  He continues to say things like, “I’ve been waiting for such a ling time, you’re lucky I’m still with you”.  He also says “come on, Thomas, it will be special.”  After some time, Thomas gives in to his requests

Scenario 3: 
Rich and Keisha are out at a bar with some mutual friends.  The two are acquaintances through these friends.  After several drinks the two are seen dancing together. As the evening progresses Rich and Keisha’s friends want to leave for another party.   Noticing that Rich and Keisha are having a good time, the friends take off to the other party. An hour later Rich asks Keisha if she wants to leave.  Rich and Keisha look around for their friends and realize they have left.  Rich offers to give Keisha a ride home.  Keisha feeling dizzy and light headed accepts the ride.  Once at Keisha’s home, Keisha invites him in for another drink.    Rich and Keisha are really hitting it off.   They have several more drinks while talking. Keisha holds Rich’s hand.    Rich leans over and begins to kiss Keisha. The couple moves from the couch to the bed where they proceed to take off their clothes.  Keisha slurs her speech and falls off the bed.  Rich helps her back on the bed and proceeds to intercourse.   Keisha is out of it, so Rich hurry’s up and finishes