Civically Engaged

Politics

What Does the Political Divide Mean for U.S. Teens?

Benjamin Oosterhoff Ph.D. on May 27, 2019

How does the current U.S. political divide impact youth? Teens are either doubling-down on their political views or rejecting partisan politics.

How does the current U.S. political divide impact youth? Teens are either doubling-down on their political views or rejecting partisan politics.

Motivation

Volunteer or Voluntold: Does Required Service Benefit Youth?

Benjamin Oosterhoff Ph.D. on January 7, 2019

Do mandatory community service policies benefit youth? It depends on the type of service.

Do mandatory community service policies benefit youth? It depends on the type of service.

Health

Should 16- and 17-Year-Olds Be Able to Vote?

Benjamin Oosterhoff Ph.D. on October 24, 2018

Some propose lowering the voting age, but are teenagers ready? While the debate continues, earlier voting may have important social and developmental benefits.

Some propose lowering the voting age, but are teenagers ready? While the debate continues, earlier voting may have important social and developmental benefits.