From the Diagnosis Dictionary

Adolescence
Puberty, Teenagers

A time of both disorientation and discovery, adolescence describes the teenage years between 13 and 19. With increasing rates of early-onset puberty, the preteen or "tween" years (ages 9-12) may also qualify. No longer children but not yet adults, adolescents struggle with issues of independence and self-identity. There may be experimentation with drugs and alcohol or sexuality. Peer groups and external appearance tend to increase in importance.

The Latest on Adolescence

Are the roles of stepparent and friend mutually exclusive? by Irene S. Levine, Ph.D.

Physical punishment and punishing in anger can make matters worse. by Carl Pickhardt, Ph.D.

An Empty Nest can be full of surprises. by Madora Kibbe

Why employees (and your kids) sometimes lose the plot by David Rock

When our beliefs become their most rigid by Ilan Shrira

Getting punishment right when the teenager has done wrong. by Carl Pickhardt, Ph.D.

Precocious puberty: The diagnosis depends on the definition. by Jean Mercer, Ph.D.

Why did the divorced dad build a wall? by Wednesday Martin, Ph.D.

Understanding Teenagers by Paul C. Holinger, M.D.

Religion scholar reflects on eating and body image problems by Michelle Lelwica

Adolescence Blogs

Surviving (Your Child's) Adolescence
Welcome to the "hard half" of parenting: Here are some changes you can expect and some choices you should make.
By Carl Pickhardt Ph.D.
The Best Four Years of Your Life?
Surviving and Thriving in Today's College Environment
By Erica Berg, Psy.D.
The Teenage Mind
The internal experience of the young adult.
By Jann Gumbiner, Ph.D.
Keeping Kids Safe
Inside the minds of school shooters, with general insight into adolescent mental health.
By Peter Langman, Ph.D.
In the Trenches
Understanding the adolescent mind.
By Wanda Behrens Horrell
Guide to Teen Girls
Helping mothers and daughters everywhere.
By Jennifer Austin Leigh