Culture Post: Nearly Half of Gen Z Thinks Sex Scenes in Movies and TV Are Unnecessary, UCLA Study Finds

By [reposted by] Jim Liebelt · November 10, 2023

Published in Families, Culture, Entertainment, Media, Teen Behaviors

Slightly more than half of Gen Z adolescents want to see more platonic relationships or friendships in movies and TV as opposed to romance or sex scenes, a UCLA study found.

Is Your 18-Year-Old Really ‘Mature’? New Brain Study Has Answers

Posted by [reposted by] Jim Liebelt · November 9, 2023

Published in Families, Adolescence, Culture, Teen Behaviors

According to new research, an adolescent starts thinking like an adult right around the age of 18.

U.S. Teens Are Driving Drowsy at High Rates

Posted by [reposted by] Jim Liebelt · November 8, 2023

Published in Families, At-Risk, Culture, Teen Behaviors

Drowsy driving causes thousands of car crashes a year and teen drivers say they are often sleepy behind the wheel.

Less Physical Activity in Adolescence Likely Rooted in Biology, Says Study

Posted by [reposted by] Jim Liebelt · November 7, 2023

Published in Families, Adolescence, Health Issues, Teen Behaviors

The slowdown of physical activity during adolescence is not likely caused by lifestyle and environment but by energy demands placed on the body as it grows and sexually matures, according to a new study.

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