Columbus, OH

The desire for more privacy is a natural part of growing up. In fact, privacy is essential for teens to gain autonomy and individuality. It can be hard for parents to let go of supervising every aspect of their child's life. But giving kids more and more freedom is a key part of helping them grow up and develop the skills they need to be functioning adults.

Why Teens Need Privacy From Their Parents

Deciphering teen slang is an ongoing struggle many parents have. Some words are frivolous and fun like "rizz," but others like “menty b,” may warrant further attention. “Menty b” is a slang term signifying a “mental breakdown,” according to Know Your Meme, a website defining memes and other viral content. It’s often used to describe an overwhelming feeling or when someone is experiencing stress over something.

What Is a ‘Menty B’ and Why Are Teens Saying It?

The Game confronted an alleged pedophile during a livestream with Russian internet personality Vitaly — but things didn’t turn out as many would have expected. During the stream, Vitaly, The Game and other members of their teams ambushed a meet-up between a 22-year-old man and a 15-year-old boy, with the Compton rapper aggressively throwing a cake in the alleged sexual predator’s face.

The Game Confronts Pedophile Who Targeted Teen Boy But Things Take Unexpected Turn

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Sage Pasch’s unique family situation has attracted a lot of attention recently. The 20-something mother of 2 shared a 6-second TikTok video on September 29 that has been viewed over 33 million times because it shows how hard it can be for young moms to be taken seriously.In the video, the young-looking Pasch took her son Nick to the ER after he injured his leg at school. But when the family got to the hospital, the doctor couldn’t believe Pasch was his mother. “POV, we’re at the ER, and the doctor didn’t believe I was the parent,” she captioned the post.

Mom took her teenage son to the ER, and the doctor seriously doubted their relationship

Bad behavior can occur in children of all ages for various reasons. However, it's important to nip bad behaviors in the bud and practice positive discipline strategies while kids are still young to prevent behavior from getting worse. If your child is acting out in surly ways, it's important to...

7 Examples of Bad Behavior Parents Should Correct ASAP

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Hearing "I hate you" from your own child can feel very deflating and upsetting. If this has happened to you, take heart. Even though your child said it, it doesn't mean they really hate you. Instead, it often signals that they're mad, sad, embarrassed, confused, or upset in some other way. They just don't know how else to talk about those big feelings.

Powerful Words To Use When Your Child Says 'I Hate You'

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Colorado State

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David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Scary Mommy

Ask any parent of a child between the ages of 13 and 19 — very often, teenagers are inscrutable. From their muttered one-word answers (“What did you do in school today?” “Stuff.”) to moods that turn on a dime, they can be challenging to understand sometimes, but we do our best. Unfortunately, it may not be enough.

New Study Suggests Teens May Feel Less Support Than Parents Think We Give Them

Twenty-two teenagers were taken to hospital, including a 17-year-old girl who later died, during a drum and bass event, papers have shown. The teenager who died in hospital of a suspected MDMA overdose after attending the Worried About Henry gig at Dreamland, Margate, on 29 June, has been named locally as Emily Stokes.

22 teens in suspected overdose at gig - report

Ashley is a gender-neutral name derived from the Old English words æsc (ash) and lēah (forest glade). Most often seen as a surname in earlier centuries, Ashley became a popular first name in the 1970s and 1980s. How Popular Is the Name Ashley?. Ashley was among the top...

Ashley Name Meaning

Michigan State

Cedar Springs, MI

The man she was found with isn't expected to face any charges, despite authorities saying the pair were "actively trying to evade detection." Nearly two months after a 17-year-old girl walked out of her Michigan home and vanished, she's been found. And, according to the teen, she's now "engaged" to the 44-year-old man with whom she's been living.

Missing Michigan Teen Found Two Months Later -- 'Engaged' and Living with 44-Year-Old 'Stranger'

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A teenager is in critical condition after falling up to 40 feet from a swing amusement park ride in Canada Thursday. The extent of her injuries are unknown at this time.

Teenager falls '30 to 40 feet' from amusement park ride, in critical condition

Virginia State

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

Learning a new skill takes practice. For instance, if you want to teach a child how to ride a bike, they will need a bike to practice on. The same is true of money skills. If you want your child to learn how to save money and spend it wisely, giving them an allowance will help them practice.

Kids and Allowance

Elias is a variant of the biblical name Elijah which means “The Lord is my God.” It can also mean “The strong Lord” or “Jehovah is God.” Elijah is a prophet in the Hebrew Bible who was charged with the responsibility of leading the Israelites back to the worship of one God. Elijah is also featured briefly in the Quran.

Elias Name Meaning

The name Eleanor means "light-hearted" or "shining light." An intellectual-sounding name of French and Greek origins, Eleanor is an English variation of the Provençal name Alienor. As a name for girls, Eleanor has been associated with successful women from the White House to the silver screen, and many places...

Eleanor Name Meaning

Clarke County, MS

Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

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Jay Slater's preliminary autopsy results have pieced together how the teenager died out in the mountains of Tenerife, with tragic details shedding light on his final moments

Jay Slater autopsy reveals exactly how teen died with tragic finding

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18-Year-Old Teen Development Milestones

By age 18, many teens are feeling a combination of excitement and fear about the future. They tend to focus on their friends, social lives, and...

18-Year-Old Teen Development Milestones

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