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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Violence on TV: Effects From Age 3 Can Stretch into the Teen Years
Watching violent TV during the preschool years can lead to later risks of psychological and academic impairment by the summer before middle school starts, according to a new study.Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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Kids' Screen Time Rose by 50% During the Pandemic: Three Tips for the Whole Family to Bring It Back Down
A recent review comparing children's screen time before and during COVID, shows children's screen time spiked by a whopping 50% between 2020 and 2022, sparking concerns over the problematic impacts...Monday, November 14, 2022
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What's Hot? 11/11/22
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, November 11, 2022
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Disconnection, Not Teens' Screen Time, Is the Problem
While many parents and caregivers believe teens spend too much time on smartphones, video games, and social media, a Michigan State University researcher says not to worry about screen time.Thursday, November 10, 2022
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Obesity Drug Helps Teens Lose Weight
A drug called semaglutide, which is approved for adults with obesity or overweight, also helps adolescents shed pounds and have healthier hearts, according to a new study.Wednesday, November 9, 2022
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Forget STEM Classes, Parents Want Schools to Help Improve Their Children’s Character
According to a new poll, 77 percent of parents believe character development skills are just as important for their young children as academic skills in early education.Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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TikTok Promotes Toxic Diet Culture Among Teens, Young Adults
Troubling new research reveals today’s adolescents and young adults are being “fed” a steady stream of content on the social media platform TikTok, suggesting that weight is the most important...Monday, November 7, 2022
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What's Hot? 11/04/22
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, November 4, 2022
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Music Class in Sync with Higher Math Scores
Music and arts classes can increase student interest in school and even benefit their math achievement, according to a new study.Thursday, November 3, 2022
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Vaping Can Do as Much Heart Damage as Decades of Smoking
Researchers with the American Heart Association say vaping causes changes in cardiovascular function, which are similar to the impact of smoking tobacco products for nearly 20 years!Wednesday, November 2, 2022
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How Early Fears Play Role in Future Anxiety, Depression
A recent imaging study has found that people who are more inhibited in early childhood and who also don't respond typically to potential rewards as adolescents are more vulnerable to developing...Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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New TikTok Trend of Mouth Taping During Sleep Carries Dangers
A new trend promoted on the social media platform TikTok has people taping their lips shut at bedtime -- a practice that could be dangerous, an expert warns.Monday, October 31, 2022
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What's Hot? 10/28/22
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, October 28, 2022
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How Filtered Social Media Photos Can Affect Body Image
A recent study from Radboud University in the Netherlands explored the negative influence manipulated social media pictures had on adolescent girls' body image.Thursday, October 27, 2022
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Playing Video Games Every Day May Boost Brain Development, Behavior in Children
Playing video games may actually boost a child’s brainpower, according to new research. Researchers in Vermont say gaming leads to better impulse control and working memory, improving behavior and...Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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Strict or Neglectful Parents Tend to Have Heavier Kids
The effects of different parenting styles on children's weight have been determined—and indicate parental warmth is key to a healthy weight.Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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Eliminating Sexual Violence Could Reduce Poor Mental Health Among Teens
The prevalence of serious mental health problems among 17-year-olds could drop by as much as 16.8% for girls and 8.4% for boys if they were not subjected to sexual violence, such as sexual assault...Monday, October 24, 2022
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What's Hot? 10/21/22
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, October 21, 2022