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? 07/02/21
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, July 2, 2021
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Excessive Screen Time Linked to Obesity in US Preteens
A new national study finds that children in the United States with greater screen time usage at ages 9-10 are more likely to gain weight one year later.Thursday, July 1, 2021
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Summer Catch-Up Programs Need to Focus on Teens' Wellbeing, Not Just Academic Progress
A new study finds that summer vacation school catch-up programs to address gaps in knowledge after school closures need to support children who are still struggling due to social isolation.Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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Evidence Against Physically Punishing Kids is Clear, Researchers Say
A conclusive narrative review has found physical punishment of children is not effective in preventing child behavior problems or promoting positive outcomes and instead predicts increases in...Tuesday, June 29, 2021
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No Drop in Teens' Use of Pot, Binge Drinking Despite Pandemic Lockdowns
U.S. high school seniors say marijuana was significantly harder to come by during the pandemic — yet their use of the drug continued at rates similar to those before school closures began, a new...Monday, June 28, 2021
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Marijuana Use May be Associated with Suicidality in Young Adults
An analysis of survey data from more than 280,000 young adults ages 18-35 showed that cannabis (marijuana) use was associated with increased risks of thoughts of suicide (suicidal ideation),...Thursday, June 24, 2021
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Parents May Underestimate Impact of Involving Adolescent Children in Conflicts
When parents who are fighting with each other draw their adolescent children into their conflicts, the children may perceive those conflicts very differently than their parents, according to a new...Wednesday, June 23, 2021
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Obesity in Teens Raises Adult Diabetes Risk, Even After Weight Loss
In a finding that confirms what many suspect, a new study shows that teens who are overweight or obese may be more likely to develop type 2 diabetes or have a heart attack in their 30s and 40s.Tuesday, June 22, 2021
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Fast-Food Companies Spending More on Ads Aimed at Youth
The U.S. fast-food industry has boosted spending on ads targeting kids, especially Black and Hispanic youth, new research shows.Monday, June 21, 2021
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What's Hot? 06/18/21
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, June 18, 2021
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Head Impacts During Youth Sports (even minor ones) Cause Changes in the Brain
Researchers say head impacts aren’t just a concern in the NFL, they can be just as serious for youngsters too. In a new study, findings reveal even non-serious head impacts can change a child’s...Thursday, June 17, 2021
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Big Rise in Suicide Attempts by U.S. Teen Girls During Pandemic
The suicide attempt rate has risen by as much as half among teenage girls during the coronavirus pandemic, a new government study shows.Wednesday, June 16, 2021
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Teens Who Text While Driving May Take Other Risks Behind the Wheel
New research finds that teens who use cellphones while behind the wheel are more likely to engage in other types of risky driving.Tuesday, June 15, 2021
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Average Grandparent Hasn’t Seen All Their Grandkids in Person in Nearly 8 Months
A recent survey of 2,000 Americans found that because of the pandemic, it’s been more than seven and a half months since the average grandparent has seen all their grandchildren in person.Monday, June 14, 2021
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What's Hot? 06/11/21
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.Friday, June 11, 2021
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Lack of Math Education Negatively Affects Adolescent Brain and Cognitive Development
Adolescents who stopped studying math exhibited greater disadvantage -- compared with peers who continued studying maths -- in terms of brain and cognitive development, according to a new study.Thursday, June 10, 2021
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Your Teen's Smartphone Could Be Key to Unhealthy Weight
New research shows that teens who spend too much time on their smartphones are also more prone to eating habits that increase their odds of obesity.Wednesday, June 9, 2021
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Youth Vaping Rates Decline, But 1 in 5 U.S. Teens Still Uses E-Cigs
Although the number of teens who use e-cigarettes has dropped significantly, new research suggests that vaping rates are still too high.Tuesday, June 8, 2021