TEENS
How to use your fear of loss for fun and profit
Many years ago, there was a teenager named Erin who, while shopping for Christmas presents, came across a black dress that she just had to have. Having spent all her money on presents for others thoug...
Posted on 2/14/13 at 1:06 PM
Adolescence Development
Adolescence (14-18 years old) Physically, many adolescents are moving beyond the awkward stage. Between ages 14 and 18, most boys and girls outgrow the awkwardness of puberty, but some boys are still ...
Posted on 1/30/13 at 10:00 AM
Dave Ramsey's Teen Programs
For the month of October I am participating in a 31 day event where bloggers post each day on different topics. I chose the topic of teaching kids about money and finances. Yesterday, I posted about...
Posted on 10/12/12 at 6:30 AM
Clothes Shopping with Teens: The Perfect Teachable Moment
I have two boys and for all the years of buying their clothes they were never into latest fashions or trends. I never realized how lucky I was at the time. Our dollars went towards car repairs versus...
Posted on 9/17/12 at 8:04 AM
4,748 days trumps 1,000!
This is a big day in our little part of the universe. Can you guess what it is? I know one of your first guesses might be that this blog post is the 1,000th blog post of The New Forty. 1,000 days and...
Posted on 4/1/12 at 7:05 AM
New rules for N.D. teen drivers take effect Jan. 1 
North Dakota teenagers are about to see some major changes when it comes to getting a driver’s license. Starting Sunday, teens will need to wait longer before they are allowed to apply for a license, and they will also need to have driving experience in certain conditions to get a license.
By Teri Finneman , December 28, 2011
Study: Synthetic pot used by 1 in 9 U.S. 12th-graders
High school seniors in Midwest had 13.5% rate of use, highest in nationThe study, released Wednesday by the National Institutes of Health, is believed to be the first government attempt to survey the popularity of synthetic substances often marketed as "herbal incense" and sold under brands such as "Spice" and "K2." Senior students with the highest rate of use -- 13.5 percent -- were from the Midwest.
By Pam Louwagie , December 15, 2011
Survey: Smoking rate declines among N.D. high school students 
The Youth Risk Behavior Survey found that 19.4 percent of students in the state smoke, down from 22.4 percent in 2009.
By Associated Press , December 14, 2011
SEXTING: Few teens, young adults sending racy photos, new research says
Only 1 percent of kids aged 10 to 17 have shared images of themselves or others that involve explicit nudity, a nationally representative study found. Roughly the same number said they'd shared suggestive but less graphic photos; while 7 percent said they'd received either type of picture.By Lindsey Tanner , December 05, 2011
Mom of West Fargo teen who died of aneurysm: A message to all other parents
By Herald Staff Report , November 01, 2011
Study: Half of teens shy; it's more serious for a few of them
Nearly half of teenagers say they're shy, perhaps a bit surprising in our say-anything society. But a government study finds a small fraction of those teens show signs of a troubling anxiety disorder that can be mistaken for extreme shyness.By Lauran Neergaard , October 17, 2011
Mara Solberg, Horace, N.D., letter: Teen alcohol abuse deserves attention 
I urge all who are concerned to take action by calling local officials, talking to children of appropriate age regarding the seriousness of this and look into the contents of energy drinks as well.
By Mara Solberg , October 06, 2011
With N.Y. teen's suicide come spotlight, caution 
By Carolyn Thompson , September 28, 2011
Poll of young people: Online meanness pervasive
By Connie Cass and Stacy A. Anderson , September 27, 2011
Energy drinks pose unique challenges for parents of teens
By Tracy Frank , September 26, 2011
Dakota County high school senior charged with felony for sex with girl, 14 
A Simley High School senior, who is an athlete and honor-roll student, faces a felony charge for having consensual sex with a 14-year-old girl, authorities say. A Facebook group called "Free George" was created in response to the charge against George Michael Knowlton. As of Wednesday afternoon, 137 people had "liked" the page.
By Maricella Miranda , September 22, 2011
Boys lifting shirts on Facebook is ‘sexualizing’ trend 
We’ve heard of girls posting pictures of themselves on Facebook, holding cameras above their heads to get as much cleavage in the shot as possible. Now it’s guys who are getting their kicks by lifting their shirts high enough to show their six-packs — or lack thereof.
By Kim Hone-Mcmahan , September 21, 2011
Young people say online slurs OK, when they're joking
By Connie Cass and Jennifer Agiesta , September 20, 2011
Hazelden planning $30 million expansion at its center for teens 
Concerned by shifting patterns of teen drug abuse and a shortage of treatment options for young addicts, the Hazelden Foundation is planning a $30 million expansion of its Center for Youth and Families in Plymouth, Minn.
By Jeremy Olson , September 07, 2011
Vaccination rates for Minnesota teens increase
The share of Minnesota teenagers who have received three key vaccines grew significantly last year, but public health experts said they are still troubled by the relatively slow adoption of a vaccine to prevent cervical cancer.By Christopher Snowbeck , August 26, 2011
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