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A new study by Canadian researchers finds that programs targeting at-risk kids must tackle a constellation of issues in order to be effective.

“To really improve adolescent health, programs should seek to reduce risk taking, improve social capital and improve levels of affluence,” said study co-author Owen Gallupe, although he acknowledges that this is a tall order. [continue reading…]

Abstinence can mean different things to adolescents than to adults. That’s one reason why abstinence-only programs do not have strong effects in preventing teenage sexual activity, according to new University of Washington research. [continue reading…]

A recent report from Ofted stated that up to one in ten of the most vulnerable youths said carrying a weapon made them feel safer. Now, a new analysis has identified the key factors that help determine whether kids are likely to carry weapons. [continue reading…]