Teens

An expert reassures a guilty teen that he can learn from this experience and become a wiser, healthier, and more self-respecting young man.

Some of the side effects include an increased amount of sugar in the blood, ulcers, increased appetite, weight gain, high blood pressure, and fluid retention.

Find the words to prevent hurt feelings and ease broken hearts on Valentine's Day.

Girls start to show signs of puberty earlier than in the past, but at what age are they premature?

Our expert urges a parent not to feel at fault for her son's sexual explorations.

Many girls have varied periods for up to two years after their first period. There may be several months in a row without any period, especially during the first year after menarche.

Our expert explains what breast buds are in early puberty and how to help girls with breast pain and growth.

Use our timeline to chart your child's romantic development.

Get some advice on how to explain the changes of puberty and menstruation to an 11-year-old girl.

A teen seeks advice because he is overwhelmed and confused by his drive to keep doing the things that aren't healthy for him.

There are so many things going on in the mind and body of a 15-year-old girl, all of them intense!

The long-term effects of steroids on a child's final adult height are not clear, but questions have been raised.

A child cannot really mature unless she is allowed to make her own decisions -- even if they conflict with her parents.

By FamilyEducation Editorial Staff

Our teens need lots of rest before they can hit the books.

Just because a child is using drug culture terms doesn't prove that she is using drugs of any kind.

Our expert advises a parent on the type of school that will be most helpful to her troubled son.

Whether or not your 17-year-old daughter is "ready" for dating is best determined by your daughter.

A parent seeks advice on how to get her 23-year-old son to move out without damaging their relationship.