Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about teen wellness, curated daily by BrightWire.
A youth mental health program gave teenagers in all 50 states a place to express themselves through art instead of words. What happened next surprised everyone, including the counselors who thought they knew their students.
A 15-year-old from Florida just won a major victory against YouTube, settling a lawsuit that accused the platform of creating addictive features that harm young users. His case is part of a growing movement where teens are holding tech giants accountable for mental health impacts.
Story County, Iowa just unveiled the YSS Ember Recovery Campus, a groundbreaking facility designed specifically to help teenagers overcome addiction. This first-of-its-kind center offers young people a safe space to heal and rebuild their lives.
A Michigan foundation is saving young lives by offering free heart screenings to teenagers, detecting potentially fatal conditions before symptoms appear. The Thomas Smith Memorial Foundation has already screened over 1,000 local teens.
A Delhi teen shares her honest approach to managing board exam stress, offering hope to students drowning in pressure. Her message to parents: love matters more than marks.
A new study of over 2,000 teenagers reveals that regular, high-quality family dinners can reduce alcohol, cannabis, and vaping use by up to 34%. The simple act of eating together creates protective connections that help teens make healthier choices.