look for article called “The Myth of the Teen Brain.”
49% of American tens are dignosable with one disorder
5 million teens in counseling
Suicide 3rd cause of death 1 in 4 teen girls with an STD
Two primary causes for turmoil
1. Infantization – teens face twice as many restrictions as marines
2. Isolated from responsible adults
70 hours of contact with peers a week
In 100 cultures teens spend 5 hours a week with peers
JasonChenoweth.com 