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Addressing Chronic Absenteeism by Aligning School Settings with the Developmental Needs of Adolescents
This spotlight highlights adolescent development research aimed to help school leaders and policymakers more equitably meet the needs of adolescent learners and enhance their attachment to school.
Healthy Sleep During Adolescence Is Essential for Mental and Physical Well-Being
This spotlight summarizes research about the importance of sleep for young people and describes how policies and programs can support this critical adolescent need.
Young People Who Have Experienced Earlier Adversity Can Thrive with the Right Supports in Place During Adolescence
This spotlight summarizes the impacts of early adversity on development and the interventions during adolescence that can help youth thrive.
Four Key Insights to Promote Positive Mental Health During Adolescence
This spotlight presents four key insights from developmental science that suggest ways that adults can help young people build positive mental health.
Adolescents Need Supportive Environments Where They Can Develop Values, Goals, and A Positive Sense of Identity
This fact sheet shares research about adolescent development that helps explain why adolescence is such an important window for building a sense of identity and how adults can support the process.
