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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What's Hot? 08/05/22
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, August 5, 2022
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Children Who Lack Sleep May Experience Detrimental Impact on Brain and Cognitive Development That Persists Over Time
Research finds children who get less than nine hours of sleep nightly is associated with cognitive difficulties, mental problems, and less gray matter in certain brain regions.Thursday, August 4, 2022
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‘Digital Religion’ is Sparking a ‘Spiritual Revolution’ Among Millennials
Digital religion is leading to a “spiritual revolution” among many young adults, according to a new study.Wednesday, August 3, 2022
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Couch Potato Kids Can Develop High Blood Pressure By the Age of Six
Unhealthy lifestyles — or being a “couch potato” — can lead to health problems at any age. However, a new study finds children as young as six could develop high blood pressure because of this...Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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Gaming Time Has Little Effect on Short-Term Mental Health
The short-term mental-health impact of playing video games "is probably too small" to be noticeable, according to a major study by the University of Oxford published recently.Monday, August 1, 2022
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What's Hot? 07/29/22
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, July 29, 2022
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Modern Family - 6 in 10 Parents Text Their Kids When Dinner is Ready, Instead of Talking
Perhaps it’s a sign of the times, but nearly six in 10 (59%) parents say they often text their kids to come downstairs for dinner instead of actually talking to them.Thursday, July 28, 2022
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Elevated Tween Screen Time Linked to Disruptive Behavior Disorders
Tweens who spend more time on screens have a higher likelihood of developing disruptive behavior disorders, with social media having an especially strong influence, according to a new study.Wednesday, July 27, 2022
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Obesity Rates Continue to Climb Among U.S. Kids, Teens
For the first time ever, more than 1 in 5 American kids is obese, as rates of obesity for kids between 2 and 5 years of age as well as 12- to 19-year-olds have continued to rise, a new analysis of...Tuesday, July 26, 2022
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Kids and Teens Spend More Time Watching TikTok Than YouTube
In June 2020, TikTok overtook YouTube as the most used video platform by people ages 4 through 18, and it has continued to dominate with younger viewers.Monday, July 25, 2022
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What's Hot? 07/22/22
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, July 22, 2022
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Half of Parents Don’t Know Screen Time Damages Their Kids’ Vision
Half of parents are blind to how much screen time can damage their children’s vision, according to a new poll.Thursday, July 21, 2022
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Trendy Mindfulness Training Doesn’t Boost Teens’ Mental Health
Mindfulness training doesn’t appear to provide the benefits to teens many schools were hoping for when it comes to mental health, a new study reveals.Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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Anxiety Is More Likely to Be Passed From Mother to Daughter
Research now suggests that anxiety disorders are passed down from mother to daughter and that having a father without anxiety protects sons from developing the condition.Tuesday, July 19, 2022
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Drinking Alone in Youth a Big Sign for Future Problems
In a new study, researchers found that drinking alone during adolescence and young adulthood greatly increases risk for alcohol use disorder later on and the risk for women is especially worrisome.Monday, July 18, 2022
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What's Hot? 07/15/22
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, July 15, 2022
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Spirituality Linked to ‘Healthier Life, Greater Longevity’
A high level of spirituality is associated with better health outcomes, according to research from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and Brigham and Women’s Hospital.Thursday, July 14, 2022
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Seat Assignments Drive Friendships Among Elementary School Children
A new study by Florida Atlantic University psychology researchers is the first to show that classroom seat assignments have important implications for children's friendships.Wednesday, July 13, 2022