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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Abuse, Violence, Other Events Linked to Poor Mental Health in Teens During COVID Pandemic
A new report found a majority of high school students reported a potentially traumatic event during the COVID-19 pandemic that may have contributed to poor mental health and suicidal behaviors.Thursday, October 20, 2022
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Some Screen Time Better Than None During Children's Concussion Recovery
Too much screen time can slow children's recovery from concussions, but new research from the University of British Columbia and the University of Calgary suggests that banning screen time is not...Wednesday, October 19, 2022
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Strict Parenting May Hard-Wire Depression Risk into a Child's DNA
New research suggests that strict parenting can effectively "hard-wire" a child's DNA to increase their biological risk for depression in adolescence and later life.Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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Broken Bones, Fractured Skulls Remain Common Bicycle Injuries, Especially Among Teen Boys
More than one million U.S. children fractured a bone while riding a bicycle over the past 20 years, and most of them were boys between the ages of 10 to 15 years old, according to new research.Monday, October 17, 2022
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What's Hot? 10/14/22
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, October 14, 2022
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Sports Like Soccer, Basketball Better for Young Athletes' Bone Health Than Running Alone
New research found that young athletes who participate in multidirectional sports instead of specializing in something like running or cycling can build stronger bones that are less prone to injury...Thursday, October 13, 2022
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Fear of Missing Out in College Students Linked to Cheating, Drug Use, Stealing
Fear of missing out (FOMO) can influence college students to break both the law and the honor system, new research explains.Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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Teen Drivers Often Unsafe on the Road With Speeding and Handheld Cellphone Use
New research found that all teens, no matter their sex, behind the wheel of a car were prone to risky behaviors, particularly handheld cellphone use and speeding.Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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Bedtime Breakthrough: Study Finds 2 Ways to Help Teens Get More Sleep
If you know a teen in need of more regular shut-eye, researchers from Rush University Medical Center have two suggestions: teach them strong time management skills and consider trying bright light...Monday, October 10, 2022
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What's Hot? 10/7/22
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, October 7, 2022
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Excessive Social Media Use Linked to Depression Onset 6 Months Later
New research finds that people who constantly use social media are more likely to develop depression within six months, regardless of their personality type.Thursday, October 6, 2022
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Parenting Practices in Teen Years Set the Stage for Closeness, Warmth Later On
High-quality parenting practices in adolescence lay the foundation for close parent-child relationships when the children become young adults, according to new research.Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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Teen Alcohol Misuse is a Driver of Poorer Health and Dissatisfaction in Midlife
Alcohol misuse in adolescence affects physical health and life satisfaction over multiple decades, outcomes that are driven by ongoing alcohol problems, a new study has found.Tuesday, October 4, 2022
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Researchers Refute Common Sleep Myths About Adolescents Held By Parents and Caregivers
As a new school year starts for teenagers, sleep health researchers are shining a light on some of the most common myths held by parents and caregivers about their teens' sleep.Monday, October 3, 2022
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What's Hot? 09/30/22
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, September 30, 2022
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and in Particular DHA, Are Associated With Increased Attention Scores in Adolescents
According to new research, higher levels of Omega-3 fatty acids, and specifically DHA, are associated with greater selective and sustained attention and inhibitory attention in adolescents.Thursday, September 29, 2022
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Early Puberty in Girls Surged in the Pandemic, But Why?
One of the more perplexing COVID-related health problems could be an increase in the number of girls experiencing idiopathic precocious puberty – abnormally early onset of puberty.Wednesday, September 28, 2022
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Are Kids Too Self-Conscious? 2 in 3 Are Insecure About Their Looks
According to a new national poll by a team at the University of Michigan, two in three parents say their child feels insecure about their appearance.Tuesday, September 27, 2022