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The girl who's also a boy
A nifty Gothic fable about an intersex teen in a desolate coastal town is among the year's most striking debuts.
Andrew O'Hehir May 2, 2008
Of condoms, Clinton, Obama and McCain
Sex education regressed into the Dark Ages under Bush. Which candidate will now stand up for young persons' health?
By Rahul K. Parikh, M.D. Mar 24, 2008
What's the matter with kids today?
Nothing, actually. Aside from our panic that the Internet is melting their brains.
By Amy Goldwasser Mar 14, 2008
STI 911
CDC: One in four teens has a sexually transmitted infection. Someone's not giving them the 411.
Lynn Harris Mar 12, 2008
Teenage boys not so sex crazed?
According to a new study, they also care about love ... and stuff.
Tracy Clark-Flory Feb 25, 2008
Girls abusing alcohol? Blame feminism!
Some experts say the push for equality is behind the rise in girls' drinking and drug use.
Tracy Clark-Flory Feb 11, 2008
I'm a doubting teenager
My experience contradicts what I have been taught. I feel guilty and alone.
By Cary Tennis Jan 18, 2008
Creepy panties for the 'tweens on your list
It's hard out there for a Wal-Mart.
Lynn Harris Dec 12, 2007
Away in an awesome manger
The Nativity story is a cornerstone of the Christian faith but can be a big hurdle for a bunch of skeptical New York teenagers.
By Garrison Keillor Dec 5, 2007
Smoke this!
Are kids across America really getting high on fermented feces, or has our national drug panic finally gone too far?
By Jamie Pietras Nov 9, 2007
The diet that's too good to be true
Thousands of diabetics control their weight by skipping insulin shots. It's easy, effective -- and potentially lethal.
By Ann Bauer Nov 8, 2007
About teens, by teens
Rebecca Traister talks about "Red," a new collection of smart writing from young women.
Nov 8, 2007
What teen girls are made of
In their own dark and funny words, four teenage girls tell us everything we need to know about sex, parents and gym class.
By Carey Dunne, Eliza Appleton, Emma Considine, Deborah Kim Nov 7, 2007
Binge-drinking problem? Blame Amy Winehouse!
A new study takes female rebels to task for inciting teen girls to drink and have sex.
Eryn Loeb Sep 21, 2007
Girls' suicide rates soar
Teen suicide is on the rise -- particularly among girls.
Carol Lloyd Sep 6, 2007
Buh-bye girlhood, hello trampy 'tweendom!
Back-to-school shopping is in full swing -- so is selling sex to preteens.
Tracy Clark-Flory Aug 27, 2007
Math doesn't suck, it buys you Gucci
Danica McKellar, of "Wonder Years" fame, tells girls that math can support their shopping habit.
Carol Lloyd Aug 6, 2007
Ultimate fiesta
The traditional quinceañera coming-of-age ceremony has mutated into an elaborate spectacle -- supported by a multimillion-dollar industry. But who's going to pay?
By Julia Alvarez Jul 30, 2007
Does "problem talk" depress girls?
Study says that talking things through causes girls greater anxiety and sadness.
Carol Lloyd Jul 19, 2007
A 19-year-old wants my husband
We're polyamorous but I think she needs discipline more than sex.
By Cary Tennis Jul 10, 2007
Good news in the fight against teenage abuse
The organization Teens Experiencing Abusive Relationships appears on "Montel Williams" today. Plus, there's a new national help line.
Catherine Price Apr 24, 2007
Strong, silent, sick?
"Real men" don't see doctors, study of teens suggests.
Lynn Harris Apr 11, 2007
Is my 13-year-old son gay?
I think my seventh-grader was looking at some gay porn. What do I say to him? What do I do?
By Cary Tennis Apr 9, 2007
Are girls saying to hell with love?
Or are they just unsatisfied with basking in male achievement?
Tracy Clark-Flory Feb 14, 2007
It's a trans world
The author of a new book about transgender teenagers in Los Angeles talks straight about hormone smuggling, life on the street, and the rise of America's first trans-rapper.
By Nona Willis-Aronowitz Jan 5, 2007
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