Jim Liebelt
Jim is Senior Writer, Editor and Researcher for HomeWord . Jim has over 40 years of experience as a youth and family ministry specialist, and has been on the HomeWord staff since 1998. He has served over the years as a pastor, author, youth ministry trainer, adjunct college instructor and speaker. Jim’s culture blog and parenting articles appear on HomeWord.com. Jim is a contributing author of culture and parenting articles to Crosswalk.com. Jim and his wife Jenny live in Quincy, MA.
Senior Writer, Editor and Researcher for the HomeWord Center for Youth and Family at Azusa Pacific University
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FOMO Linked to Stress in Teens
In a new study of Australian teenagers, researchers found a correlation between teens' levels of FOMO (fear of missing out) and stress. Those teenagers who were considered heavy social media users...Thursday, November 12, 2015
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High School Dropout Rate Has Fallen
A new study finds the U.S. high school dropout rate has fallen in recent years. But do increasing graduation rates indicate improved education or lowered standards?Wednesday, November 11, 2015
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Teen Girls Who Weigh-In Too Frequently May Become Depressed
Stepping onto a scale may be useful for adults trying to track and control their weight, but for teens and young adults, frequent weigh-ins may cause depression, say researchers from the University...Tuesday, November 10, 2015
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Religious Kids Are More Selfish, Study Finds
Contrary to conventional thinking that religious kids grow up more altruistic, a new study finds that children of religious parents may be less empathetic and sensitive than other kids.Monday, November 9, 2015
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What's Hot? 11/06/15
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television and movies.Friday, November 6, 2015
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ACL Injuries Are On The Rise In Kids And Teens
A new study found that a growing number of school-age children and teens are receiving treatment for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. Researchers report that over the past two decades,...Thursday, November 5, 2015
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Teens Spend More Time on Media Each Day Than Sleeping
A new report finds that teens age 13 to 18 spend almost nine hours a day – that’s longer than they usually sleep – on "entertainment media." which includes things like checking out social media,...Wednesday, November 4, 2015
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Teens Do Listen to Parents' Advice About Sex
A new study finds that what parents say to their teens about sex matters (especially what mothers say). Researchers found that teens whose parents talk with them about sex are more likely to...Tuesday, November 3, 2015
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Early Life Stress Major Risk Factor for Adult Depression
A new study may help to explain how early life stressors can so dramatically affect mental health in adulthood. Researchers found that stress during the formative years, including abuse or...Monday, November 2, 2015
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What's Hot? 10/30/15
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television and movies.Friday, October 30, 2015
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High School Kids Tired, Stressed, and Bored
A new survey findings suggest that when asked how they feel during the school day, USA high school students consistently invoke three key feelings: "tired," "stressed" and "bored."Thursday, October 29, 2015
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Narcotic Painkiller Use in Adolescence May Raise Risk of Abuse in Adulthood
Teens who are given prescription narcotic painkillers may run a higher risk of abusing narcotics after high school, a new study suggests.Wednesday, October 28, 2015
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Less Than 25 Percent of Bullied Teens Receive Appropriate Care
A new study finds that although nearly one in three U.S. adolescents are affected by bullying, few receive the mental help they need.Tuesday, October 27, 2015
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Alcohol Ads Influence Teen Choices
New research discovers that youth between the ages of 13 to 20 were more than five times more likely to consume brands that advertise on national television.Monday, October 26, 2015
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What's Hot? 10/23/15
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television and movies.Friday, October 23, 2015
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Childhood Stress Can Impair Adult Brain's Reward System
Early childhood stress appears to affect the adult brain’s reward system, that may increase one’s risk of depression and other mental health problems in adulthood.Thursday, October 22, 2015
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Parents Underestimate Biggest Threat to Teen Safety: Cars
Drugs, alcohol, bullying, and the internet are among the factors that most parents think are the top safety threats to their teens, but car crashes are the number one killer of teenagers.Wednesday, October 21, 2015
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Instagram Tops Teen Social Media, Facebook Fades
A semi-annual study of teenagers by investment bank Piper Jaffray found that teens either don’t use Facebook or see other social networks as far more relevant to their digital lifestyles.Tuesday, October 20, 2015