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Study supports idea of - suicide contagion' in Canadian teens
Teenagers who had a classmate die by suicide are significantly more likely to think about or attempt suicide themselves over the following two years, according to a new study.
7 hrs ago | Patch.com
3 Teens Arrested for Armed Robbery Outside Foxborough Apartment Complex
Three teenagers were arrested Sunday night on armed robbery charges after allegedly assaulting and robbing a 16-year-old Halifax boy outside Pine Tree Gardens apartment complex on Chestnut Street, according to Foxborough police logs.
8 hrs ago | Patch.com
Top Headlines: Sarasota Election, Siesta Beach Attack, New Hobby Lobby
Are you happy with the results? 2. Two Teens Charged in Siesta Beach Attack Two teenagers are charged with beating another teen until he was unconscious, the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office said.
12 hrs ago | The Index Journal
Three teenagers charged in pawn shop break-in
Staff Reports Three teenagers were arrested following a break-in at a Greenwood pawn shop in which several handguns were stolen during the weekend.
Cannes: Francois Ozon Says 'It's a Fantasy of Many Women to Do Prostitution'
The French provocateur discusses his competition entry "Young & Beautiful," his difficult teenage years and why he doesn't care about comforting the audience.
Devon and Cornwall teenagers targeted in new campaign to prevent rape
It is aimed at 13 to 21-year-olds and is intended to raise awareness of issues around consent faced by young people, following the revelation that in 75% of reported rape cases, the victim had already met their attacker.
The dual-enrollment shuffle: School districts now must pay for popular program
Gov. Rick Scott on Monday signed a bill requiring Florida school districts to start paying for the classes that teenagers take at local colleges through their high schools' dual-enrollment programs.
Digital gambling a 'risk for teenagers'
Researcher Daniel King said not all teens who played would become problem gamblers but early exposure could accelerate the risk A University of Adelaide survey found 40 per cent of teens who played simulated gambling games reported a preoccupation or intention to gamble in the future with many accessing games through social media, smartphone apps ... (more)
Young Adult Book Run Girl Run by Robbie Haden is Released
There may be nothing more terrifying for a parent than to realize that your child has decided to run away from home.
Four teenagers arraigned for rape
Four teenagers who allegedly gang-raped a Junior High School graduate have been arrested and remanded by a Hohoe Magistrate Court presided over by Mr Stanislaus Amanoipo.
Pornography risks should be taught to children as young as five, say parents
Sex education at a school in Lambeth. One headteacher says he 'wouldn't dream' of talking to youngsters about pornography.
Bonita Unified students get hands-on science experience
Acting on that notion, Bonita accelerated freshman core program teenagers took on the triple task of teaching complex concepts to elementary students, maintaining focus and discipline for kindergartners to fifth-graders and assuring retention by making each exercise fun and fulfilling.
Outdoor challenge for Wirral youngsters
As part of the National Citizen Scheme 16 or 17 year olds will go on a five-day summer adventure holiday for just A 35.
Two teenagers shot in south St. Louis
One female teen was shot in the foot and thigh, a second female teen was also shot in the leg.
Birches Head students give Michael Gove the lowdown
TEENAGERS briefed Education Secretary Michael Gove on how to get students involved in running schools when he visited their own comprehensive to find out the secrets of its success.
The following story was provided by AOLJobs.com By David Schepp Getting a summer job is a rite of passage for many young people.
Kids Who First Drink During Puberty at Greater Risk of Alcohol Problems
"Most teenagers have their first alcoholic drink during puberty. However, most research on the risks of early-onset alcohol use up to now has not focused on the pubertal stage during which the first alcoholic drink is consumed," said Miriam Schneider, Ph.D., a researcher at the Central Institute of Mental Health, University of Heidelberg, and one ... (more)
Mayor's first youth commission gives ideas on ways to improve Athens from teen perspective
Members of Athens Mayor's Youth Commission, from left, Chandler Hancock, Kathryn Flynn and Jarrett McLin, help get snacks ready to serve at the annual Lincoln-Bridgeforth Park Committee Christmas Tree Lighting in December.
Teens spearheaded Louisville desegregation effort
When Louisville became the first city south of the Mason-Dixon line to require businesses to serve people regardless of their race or religion 50 years ago, teenagers were a driving force behind the decision.
Illinois teens charged after posting rape video on Facebook
Three Chicago teenagers are accused of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl and posting the attack on Facebook.