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Supporting Positive Development for LGBTQ+ Youth
Research-based information about helping LGBTQ youth thrive
Overviews
The Science Behind Adolescent Risk Taking and Exploration
Adolescents are generally more likely to lean into risk and uncertainty than children or adults—and that’s a good thing.
Fact Sheets
6 Fast Facts About Adolescent Development
Rapid social learning, increased sensitivity to respect, and a drive toward new experiences are just a few of the factors that make adolescence a key window of opportunity. We review these research-based factors and a few more in this quick overview.
