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Stricter parental monitoring of social media isn't always better

29-Jan-2024 12:05 PM EST Add to Favorites

Study Examines Parents' Perspectives on the Benefits and Challenges of Adolescent Pet Companionship

A new study examines teens’ relationships with their pets through the perspectives of their parents. Parents were interviewed about the benefits and challenges of having pets for their adolescent’s wellbeing as well as how adolescents affected...
23-May-2022 7:05 AM EDT Add to Favorites

New White Paper on Prosecution of Child Sexual Abuse: Challenges in Achieving Justice

This white paper delves into the factors that impact whether cases of child sexual abuse move forward to prosecution. It makes actionable recommendations for achieving justice for all involved and for strengthening the safety of communities.
25-Apr-2022 8:05 AM EDT Add to Favorites

Family communication about sex and relationships extends from early adolescence to emerging adulthood, study finds

Parents’ communication with their teens about sex and relationships can protect teens from risky sexual behaviors, but few studies investigate how family talk may change over the course of development from adolescence to emerging adulthood. A new...
2-Mar-2022 1:20 PM EST Add to Favorites

Changes in teens' wellbeing during COVID-19 not related to their social media use, study finds

There is a popular assumption that teens’ wellbeing is intricately linked to their social media use. But a new study found that although teens were using social media more during COVID-19, and experiencing increases in social anxiety, loneliness,...
23-Feb-2022 10:35 AM EST Add to Favorites

Linda Charmaraman Appointed Forbes Ignite Scientific Advisor

Linda Charmaraman, Ph.D., a senior research scientist at the Wellesley Centers for Women (WCW), has been appointed as Forbes Ignite’s new Scientific Advisor.
15-Dec-2020 9:00 AM EST Add to Favorites

Quantity, content, and context of social media use may affect adolescents’ sleep

A new study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health found that checking social media often, viewing emotional or violent videos, and starting to use social media at an early age were significantly related to later bedtimes and fewer hours of...
2-Nov-2020 11:25 AM EST Add to Favorites

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Experts can speak to new guidelines on screening children for anxiety

17-Oct-2022 3:20 PM EDT

Depression prevention expert can talk about teens' mental health as the school year begins

23-Aug-2021 3:25 PM EDT

Expert Available to Comment on Education Department's New Guidance for Colleges on Responding to Sexual Misconduct

22-Jul-2021 9:35 AM EDT

This Pride Month, New Research on the Health and Wellbeing of LGBTQ+ Teens

21-Jun-2021 9:00 AM EDT

Child care policy expert available to comment on Biden's child care plan

26-Apr-2021 11:45 AM EDT

Research scientist available to discuss sex trafficking of children and teens

12-Apr-2021 8:05 AM EDT

Being Aware of How Social Media Affects Adolescents' Body Image, During National Eating Disorder Awareness Week

18-Feb-2021 1:50 PM EST

Recognizing signs of depression in teens as we head into a difficult winter

23-Oct-2020 4:30 PM EDT

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The Wellesley Centers for Women (WCW) is the largest academic research and action institute in the United States that is focused on women and gender and driven by social change. WCW is located at Wellesley College. Research Scientists at WCW study issues related to education, economic security, mental health, youth and adolescent development, and gender-based violence. WCW is also home to action programs that advance equity in education.