Trump Depicted Youth Crime in D.C. as Rampant. Here’s What the Data Shows.

Concerns came to a head during the pandemic, when carjackings surged and many of those arrested were children. Carjackings and other crimes have declined considerably.

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Cannabis Poisonings Are Rising, Mostly Among Kids

As products like weed gummies proliferate, more children and teens are suffering symptoms including seizures and life-threatening breathing problems.

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States Sue Over Trump Efforts to End Pediatric Transgender Medical Care

The lawsuit comes amid escalating efforts by the U.S. government to restrict the availability of certain services for transgender adolescents.

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Major Study on Transgender Youth Health Care to Begin in U.K.

Researchers at King’s College London will track the experiences of up to 3,000 children and teenagers who are being treated by Britain’s health service.

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F.D.A. Approves Juul Vapes After Yearslong Delay

The company was accused of marketing its products to teenagers, causing a surge in use.

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The UK Plans to Lower the Voting Age to 16. Here’s What to Know.

The plan has been described as the largest expansion of voting rights in Britain in decades.

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Just How Harmful Is Vaping? More Evidence Is Emerging.

A new study that found high levels of heavy metals in popular nicotine vapes adds to concerns about the products.

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A Century Ago, Adolescents Weren’t Fully Human

Looking back at an awkward moment in the history of adolescent psychology.

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Teens Guilty of Bullying Could Lose Drivers’ Licenses Under Tennessee Law

Supporters hope the law will deter young people from bullying. Critics questioned whether it would actually make teenagers think twice about their behavior.

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What Makes a Person Cool?

Six traits can determine your ‘it’ factor, according to researchers who measured coolness around the globe.

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