Tag Archives: Teenagers

Abusive relationships among teenagers are more common than ever, according to the UC Family Justice Center’s Dasha Cross. February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness month. Cross said one in three high schoolers are subjected to violence in their relationship. Cross said teens and their parents need to be mindful of warning signs. “Especially with teenagers, like, on social media, or ... Read More »

The latest report of the mental health of Tennessee Teenagers shows the ongoing impacts of the COVID shutdown, according to a local mental health expert. The Tennessee Coalition of Children and Youth reported increases in all categories of suicidal thoughts in Tennessee high schoolers. The study reported that nearly 30 percent of high schoolers said their mental health was not ... Read More »

Tennessee will make it illegal to sell or distribute all tobacco products, electronic cigarette products or smoking hemp to anyone under the age of 21 at the start of 2021. Cumberland County Rising Executive Director Holly Kisly said with Tennessee teens doubling their vape use over the last two years, this law change meets the goal of protecting developing brains. ... Read More »

This week is Teen Driver Safety Week and Tennessee Highway Patrol Captain R.C. Christian said there are a number of factors that affect teens while they are driving. Christian said it is not just phones that can distract teen drives but also the increased technology built into the car. For parents, Christian said communicating with your teen is key to ... Read More »