National Scientific Council on Adolescence

The National Scientific Council on Adolescence (NSCA) is a group of U.S.-based researchers with broad expertise in adolescent development.

Our mission is to increase access to science that can inform and improve adolescent experiences and outcomes. This includes sharing science that helps communities and systems better support young people, builds researcher-practitioner partnerships, and promotes a science-informed understanding of adolescence that uplifts their essential contributions to the well-being of society.

Reports and Briefs from the NSCA include:

If you would like to talk to a member of our National Scientific Council on Adolescence, please contact cda@psych.ucla.edu. If you are a member of the media, you can find more information on our media page.