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Putting the brakes on teen driving

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The steady rise of the number of motor vehicles crashes that involve teen drivers has prompted several states to adopt stricter driving age laws. Studies have pointed to poor judgment, lack of adequate driving skills and peer pressure as some of the common causes of accidents among young drivers.

Laws, regulations and rules, Automobile driving, Motor vehicle driving, Teenage automobile drivers, Teenage drivers

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Disturbing behavior: the risks teens take

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Peer pressure and boredom are some of the root causes of teenage high-risk behavior. Some of the games that teenagers play can have serious or deadly consequences. Parents and teachers should give teenagers the opportunity to channel their energies into safe and productive endeavors.

Psychological aspects, Analysis, Behavior, Teenagers, Youth, Adolescence, Risk-taking (Psychology), Risk taking

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Drinking without thinking

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More and more young people are drinking way beyond what can be considered as mere social drinking. However, they should realize that such practices can lead to serious health problems or even death.

Health aspects, Young adults, Drinking of alcoholic beverages, Drinking (Alcoholic beverages), Alcohol use

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