2012 cyberbullying study dispels myths
A study published in May, 2012, in the European Journal of Developmental Psychology* argues that media reports about the prevalence
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Thoughts on teen law by Judge Tom Jacobs.
Does use of a “restraining desk” at school violate the Constitution?
Schools across the country use various methods of keeping students seated and looking forward at the teacher during class. Kids
Another four letter “S” word to stop using
By now you have undoubtedly heard of Phoebe Prince. Phoebe was a 15-year-old freshman at a high school in Massachusetts. New
10 ‘Legal Drugs’ Used by Teenagers
Studies have shown that 1 in 7 teens struggle with a drug or alcohol problem. A report on teen substance
Forced marriages and honor killings in developed nations
It is not a secret that young girls are married off to unknown, older men in a number of countries.
Straight A student denied diploma
In May, 2012, Prague High School in Oklahoma conducted its graduation ceremonies for the senior class. The class valedictorian was
Hooligans sent to prison for “punk prayer”
Yes, believe it or not, being a “hooligan” in Russia is illegal. This is the equivalent in the U.S. of disorderly
8-year-old takes stand against child slavery & human trafficking
This is Vivienne Harr’s story as told by the 8-year-old herself. i was on a trip to sonoma, california with my
Bully sent to prison for three years
Dax Catalano was a 16-year-old high school junior in Maine when his life changed in 2011. He started dating a new
Is lying about military medals or service a crime?
In 2005, Congress passed and the President signed the Stolen Valor Act of 2005* into law. The Act prohibits the unauthorized wearing, manufacture or