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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Red Alert on Energy Drinks - Severe Health Risks for Kids and Teens
In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers reviewed the adverse health events associated with consuming energy drinks among adolescents and children.Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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Researchers Comprehensively Assess the Safety of Using Your Head in Youth Soccer
A new study found that a small number of repeated soccer headers equivalent to a throw-in did not cause immediate harm to teens, suggesting that limited soccer heading exposure in youth sports may...Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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A Poor Diet in College Can Lead to a Lifetime of Bad Health
Researchers from the University of British Columbia Okanagan suggest poor dietary habits established during college can contribute to future health issues years and even decades later — including...Monday, May 29, 2023
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What's Hot? 05/26/23
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, May 26, 2023
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Eating Disorders in Teen Girls Doubled During the Pandemic
According to a new study, eating disorders in teen girls doubled during the pandemic, and increases were also seen in anxiety disorders, ADHD, and depression.Thursday, May 25, 2023
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One in Six High Schoolers Don’t Believe Their College Dreams Will Come True
Researchers from the University of Georgia report that the vast majority of high school juniors (85%) want to attend college after graduating — but one in six don’t think that will actually happen.Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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Social Media Can Create 'Profound Risk' for Teenagers, Surgeon General Says
In a newly released advisory, the United States surgeon general said that social media can pose substantial and meaningful risks to the mental health of teenagers.Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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Adolescent Vapers Much Likelier to Use Cannabis and Binge Drink
A new study of more than 50,000 US adolescents across the country indicates that vaping nicotine is strongly linked with an increased likelihood of high levels use of binge drinking and cannabis...Monday, May 22, 2023
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What's Hot? 05/19/23
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, May 19, 2023
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64% of Teenagers Would Trade Voting for TikTok
A new look at younger social media users, ages 13-17, finds they are not just obsessed with the social media platforms but that 64% would give up their right to vote just to keep access to apps...Thursday, May 18, 2023
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Evidence of 'Pandemic Brain' in College Students
Decision-making capabilities of college students—including some graduating this spring—were likely negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, new research suggests.Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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Pandemic is Over But Most Kids Are Still on Their Couch Too Much
Although the World Health Organization says COVID-19 is no longer a global emergency, there’s another pandemic issue still causing problems — inactive kids.Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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Teen Dating Violence Sets Stage for Future Abusive Relationships
Teens who are abused by a romantic partner may suffer long-lasting repercussions, and this is especially true for girls, a new analysis finds.Monday, May 15, 2023
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What's Hot? 05/12/23
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, May 12, 2023
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Which Kids Face the Highest Risk of Self-Harm?
Growing numbers of American kids and teens are cutting or burning themselves, banging their heads against walls, pulling out their hair, and even trying to die by suicide.Thursday, May 11, 2023
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Leisure-Time Physical Activity May Improve Mental Health in Teens
A recent study suggests that regular leisure-time physical activity, even in small doses, is associated with lower odds of depression, anxiety, chronic stress, and school psychologist visits among...Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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Pandemic Sent High School Sex to New Low
The first years of the pandemic saw a huge decline in high school students having sex, according to a government survey. Teen sex was already becoming less and less common before COVID-19.Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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Suicide Rates Among US Adolescents Doubled in 10 Years
Researchers have found that between 2008 and 2018, the suicide rate among 13- and 14-year-olds nationwide more than doubled—from roughly two deaths per 100,000 teens in 2008, to five per 100,000 a...Monday, May 8, 2023