The generally accepted indicator of early puberty in girls is the onset of a menstrual cycles before age twelve. However we are now seeing cases of breast and pubic hair development as early as age seven. So what constitutes early puberty is now under debate and researchers are seeking to understand what's driving this phenomenon? One surprise suspect is the absence of a father in the home. Learn more.

The generally accepted indicator of early puberty in girls is the onset of a menstrual cycles before age twelve. However we are now seeing cases of breast and pubic hair development as early as age seven. So what constitutes early puberty is now under debate and researchers are seeking to understand what's driving this phenomenon? One surprise suspect is the absence of a father in the home. Learn more.

Our guests assert that our multitasking habit has gotten out of hand. Not only are students and parents doing too much of it, but contrary to popular beliefs we are less productive when we multitask, not more. In this segment we take a look at how multitasking is impacting teens and discuss practical strategies for getting control of the habit.

Our guests assert that our multitasking habit has gotten out of hand. Not only are students and parents doing too much of it, but contrary to popular beliefs we are less productive when we multitask, not more. In this segment we take a look at how multitasking is impacting teens and discuss practical strategies for getting control of the habit.

Our guest points out that homework has been a controversial subject among teachers, students and parents for over 100 years. Is homework really necessary? Does it help? How much homework is too much? What should be done when the homework is above the parent's ability to help? Tune is as our guest offers

Our guest points out that homework has been a controversial subject among teachers, students and parents for over 100 years. Is homework really necessary? Does it help? How much homework is too much? What should be done when the homework is above the parent's ability to help? Tune is as our guest offers

The ability to focus and concentrate, to not get distracted, to handle two tasks at one time and the speed with which we process information are called cognitive skills. These skills are the fundamental tools required to do well academically. All totalled they are 70 skills and they determine how easy and fast learning with be for any teen. This segment discussed how these skills are developed and how they can be strengthened.

Today's guests explain why bullying has become fashionable among teens and discusses the dynamics driving the popularity. The segment goes on to connect the dots between teen bullying, and children who grow up to be involved in adult bullying and domestic violence.

Yes, teens are crazy, but according to our guests, they are crazy by design. Dumb, crazy, risky teen behavior is all part of the developmental process. Once we understand what is going on inside the teenage mind, we can spend less time being angry and frustrated with them and more time marveling at how their brains and personalities are developing.

Why do seemingly "normal" teens suddenly turn aggressive, violent and commit unthinkable crimes? What can we tell from neuroscience about brain development in violent teens?

As parents, educators and policy makers struggle to handle increasing violence in teens, our ability to use MRI to see in to the brain offers some new clues and guidance for effective intervention.