Child-on-child abuse is increasing in the UK, but criminalising young people will only do more damage
Children must feel empowered to say no when they feel under pressure from others, says Linda Papadopoulos, a psychologist, broadcaster and author
Labour considers ban on sale of energy drinks to children
Measure has been proposed for inclusion in election manifesto amid rising health concerns for young people
One energy drink a month increases risk of disturbed sleep, study finds
People consuming cans daily sleep half an hour less than those drinking occasionally or never, researchers say
‘Upending the genre’: the children’s author rewriting the rules of sex ed
A new trio of books for kids focuses on consent, kindness and curiosity. Author Cory Silverberg explains why we need to rethink talking with young people about sex
10 questions to ask a teenager to start an important conversation
We asked experts in teen mental health how to talk about everything from the environment to screen time with adolescents
‘No need to rush’: How to give up vaping
E-cigarettes are popular but the health risks remain unclear. We hear from experts on how to reduce your nicotine intake and help the environment
‘I feel like I’ve missed out’: has working from home thrown the gen Zs out with the water cooler?
The decline of the daily commute has been good for most but entering the workforce without ever working in an office can be challenging
‘Don’t blame the young for being moody’ – and seven other ways to nurture healthy teenage minds
Adolescence is a time of great change, with everything from sleep to social media impacting on growth. Psychologist Sarah-Jayne Blakemore explains how to support positive habits
A psychologist’s guide to talking to teens about online porn
Listen, be non-confrontational, and be clear about what is unacceptable behaviour in online pornography
How we educate children about sex is vital. Don’t let it be part of Britain’s toxic culture war
Of course schools don’t always get the details right, but if the issue is politically weaponised, pupils will suffer the most, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff