by United Church of God
A study was recently done on the influence sex in the media has on adolescents aged 12 to 14. The result: The highest level of exposure to sexually charged media resulted in increased sexual activity among those studied.
by Amanda Stiver
Guard your mind from the "super-peer"
by Jerold Aust
Finding true friends and dealing with unwanted pressures are challenges at any age. Where can teenagers turn for help?
by Jerold Aust
Finding true friends and dealing with unwanted pressures are challenges at any age. Where can teens turn for help?
by Jerold Aust
Pressure to conform is especially powerful when we are young. How does peer pressure work and how can we master it?
by Janet Treadway
New homes and new cars are exciting, but they don't stay new. Contentment comes from a much more lasting source.
by Cecil Maranville, Jim Tuck, Tom Kirkpatrick
The average age at which U.S. teens start drinking is 16-down from 18 in the 1960s.
by United Church of God
Being social creatures, it’s easy to be influenced by our peers and friends. Have we been persuaded lately into something that is not God’s will?
by Lowell Crosby
Children are hurting each other but what can be done? See how God says we should handle ourselves.
by Jerold Aust, John Ross Schroeder
In a study of U.S. television programming between 1998 and 2002, cursing had risen 95 percent during the television family hour (from 8 to 9 p.m. Eastern and Pacific Time) each evening. The very next hour, from 9 to 10 p.m., showed a 109...
by Larry Greider
Parents, did you know your teens often want you to say no?
by United Church of God
Why do we have two ears but only one mouth?
by Gary Smith
To parents of teens: Welcome to this ongoing series of articles written with you in mind. These “hot topic” articles will specifically address current cultural issues and the challenges that you may be facing as a family and, most...
by James Capo
The young American fashion scene is changing: Less skin is in, while low-rise jeans and tiny tight tops are out.
by Patrick Kansa
We all need a little help sometimes. We hope this issue’s articles will work together to provide our readers some useful assistance.
by David Treybig
The ability to make, evaluate and sustain relationships has never been so critically needed. Proper relationships with siblings, relationships with friends, relationships with teachers and, most importantly, relationships with God are...
by Jerold Aust, John Ross Schroeder
A one-state solution to the Israeli—Palestinian conflict is gaining favor in some circles.
by Becky Sweat
With the increased expectations aimed at children in today’s society, is it possible that they are growing up too quickly?
by United Church of God
Those who play the piano well have put the time in to practice. God expects us to learn to play the role of His children well too.
Bible Questions and Answers
What's the Biblical point of view on teenage drinking and drunkenness in general?