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Indian adolescents and mental health

This article is authored by Komal Sood, director-principal, Vega Schools.

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Published on Apr 22, 2025 08:20 PM IST

ByKomal Sood

Adolescence becoming uncharted waters now

Children’s access to smartphones and their participation in social media has created an altogether new reality

As a step towards reaffirming children’s rights, moves such as Meta’s to disallow social media access to children below a certain age are good, but they may prove a bit too weak and late, considering how early a vast number of parents permit, and even encourage, children to use smartphones (REUTERS)

opinion

Published on Apr 20, 2025 08:34 PM IST

ByKrishna Kumar

Adolescence is also a time for parenting metamorphosis

As children move into adolescence, their developmental needs shift — and so must the role of parents

A coach doesn’t play the game for the player, but they’re deeply invested in the player’s growth, offering guidance, encouragement, feedback, and support (Shutterstock)

opinion

Published on Apr 11, 2025 08:50 PM IST

ByAparna Piramal Raje

My Daughter Is Ready For Her First Smartphone. I’m Not Ready to Give It to Her.

At 11, she still goes bike-riding with me and lets me hold her hand. Why would I want her to hold a phone instead?

lifestyle

Published on Apr 10, 2025 10:21 AM IST

WSJ

'Say no to 70 hour weeks': Namita Thapar’s reaction after watching Adolescence

Namita Thapar reflected on parenting after watching Adolescence, criticising 70-hour work weeks.

Namita Thapar shared a heartfelt post on parenting after watching Adolescence.(X/namitathapar)

trending

Published on Apr 08, 2025 12:46 PM IST

ByMahipal Singh Chouhan

Adolescence creates history by beating Stranger Things 3 and Bridgerton 2

Adolescence has secured a spot on Netflix's list of most popular English-language TV series of all time at number 9 with an impressive 96.7 million views.

Adolescence has become Netflix's most-watched series with 96.7 million views, surpassing Stranger Things 3 and Bridgerton season 2.

entertainment

Updated on Apr 02, 2025 12:29 PM IST

BySugandha Rawal

Sudhir Mishra wonders how Adolescence is trending at #1 on Netflix in India

Sudhir Mishra confessed that he was inspired to watch Adolescence after being swayed by the glowing reviews from Hansal Mehta and Shekhar Kapur.

Sudhir Mishra took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express his views on the growing popularity of the show in India.

entertainment

Published on Apr 02, 2025 08:44 AM IST

BySugandha Rawal

Adolescence to be screened in UK schools to spark conversations on misogyny

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer supports streaming the series in schools to educate teens

Netflix show Adolescence has ignited discussions on child protection from online misogyny.

entertainment

Updated on Apr 01, 2025 12:55 PM IST

AP | ByHT Entertainment Desk

Show and tell: What we can learn from Adolescence

Young people seek online spaces but at the same time get bullied, ostracized, and judged in ways that’s publicly shaming

This image released by Netflix shows Mark Stanley, from left, Owen Cooper and Stephen Graham in a scene from

cities

Published on Apr 01, 2025 06:46 AM IST

BySonali Gupta

Adolescence: What’s the hidden meaning behind the sandwich in Netflix show?

Adolescence on Netflix captivates with its intense cinematography and complex themes, including guilt and parental accountability.

Adolescence, a compelling four-part British drama available on Netflix, has captured viewers' attention with its suspenseful single-take shots, potent symbolism, and unclear conclusion.(Instagram/ @netflix)

entertainment

Published on Mar 31, 2025 08:35 PM IST

ByChandreyi Chatterjee

Adolescence creator slams 'absurd' race-swap theory spread by Elon Musk

Jack Thorne refutes allegations that Adolescence is based on a real crime story. The Netflix show attracted over 66 million viewers in just two weeks.

Adolescence creator-writer Jack Thorne said ‘it’s absurd to say (knife crime) is only committed by Black boys’, a theory amplified by Elon Musk on X (formerly Twitter)

entertainment

Updated on Mar 31, 2025 04:48 PM IST

ByHT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Ritika Kumar

Will Netflix hit Adolescence be back with a second chapter? Creators respond

Co-created and written by Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne, Adolescence tells story of a family torn apart after 13-year-old is arrested for the murder of a girl.

entertainment

Published on Mar 28, 2025 12:26 PM IST

ByHT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Sugandha Rawal

‘Adolescence,’ Netflix’s Hit Show, Takes On Teen Male Rage

‘Adolescence,’ about a 13-year-old boy accused of murder, subverted crime shows and ignited a debate about social media and boys.

entertainment

Published on Mar 27, 2025 11:06 AM IST

WSJ

Fans get ‘goosebumps’ as they watch Owen Cooper's audition tape for Adolescence

Amid all the praise for Adolescence, director Philip Barantini shared a clip of Owen Cooper's audition, giving fans a glimpse of his raw talent.

Owen Cooper played a 13-year-old schoolboy, Jamie Miller, Adolescence.

entertainment

Updated on Mar 27, 2025 08:17 AM IST

ANI | | Edited by Ananya Das

Adolescence sets new Netflix record for most watched show on the platform

Adolescence, a drama series about a teen accused of murder, received rave reviews upon release with particular attention to its one shot technique.

Adolescence released on Netflix on March 13.

entertainment

Published on Mar 26, 2025 05:02 PM IST

ByHT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Santanu Das

Planning to buy a phone for your child? Study says, hold it off: Here's why

The study observed how more screen exposure in childhood can lead to stress and depressive symptoms in teenage.

Teenagers who were exposed to more screen during their early years, showed more signs of stress and depression.(Shutterstock)

lifestyle

Published on Mar 26, 2025 03:07 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das

Therapist shares lessons from Netflix’s Adolescence: ‘It starts with beliefs’

Therapist Divija Bhasin delves into Netflix’s Adolescence, explaining how social norms, parenting, and control shape young minds beyond social media influences.

Adolescence series sparks debate on parenting, power dynamics, and social norms. (Netflix)

lifestyle

Published on Mar 26, 2025 01:18 PM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri

Did Jamie kill Katie in Adolescence? Ending explained

In Netflix's Adolescence Jamie Miller who is 13 year old faces arrest for a crime he insists he didn't commit.

Adolescence follows Jamie Miller's arrest and his family's defence of his innocence. (@owencoooper/Instagram)

entertainment

Updated on Mar 26, 2025 01:23 AM IST

ByBhavika Rathore

Karan says ‘blasterclass’ Adolescence broke him as a parent: I am grateful to…

Talking about the show, Karan Johar drew a comparison between how he grew up and how kids are growing up nowadays. Adolescence is directed by Philip Barantini.

Karan Johar, parents to twins, penned a long note about Adolescence.

entertainment

Updated on Mar 24, 2025 11:42 AM IST

ByAnanya Das

Mardangi reloaded: Why we need to change the narrative on ‘masculinity’

A 14-year-old boy was arrested in Bagalkot, Karnataka for raping a 12-year-old girl.

Can we reset this conversation?(Unsplash)

opinion

Published on Mar 24, 2025 06:00 AM IST

ByNamita Bhandare

What does 'Nonce' mean in the UK? Slang term in Adolescence explained

The final episode of Adolescence unveils the impact of a British slang term, ‘nonce’. Here is what the term means.

entertainment

Updated on Mar 23, 2025 07:46 PM IST

ByBhavika Rathore

Where is Adolescence actually set? Answer revealed after mixed accents confusion

The Netflix series Adolescence has sparked confusion over its geographical setting due to diverse accents.

The diverse accents in Netflix's Adolescence have confused viewers about its setting. Director Philip Barantini stated it's set in northern England.(@netflix/X)

entertainment

Published on Mar 23, 2025 06:28 PM IST

ByBhavika Rathore

Adolescence creator surprised by how the show has struck 'a nerve' in India

Adolescence has received rave reviews and overwhelming positive word of mouth ever since it released in Netflix earlier this month.

entertainment

Updated on Mar 23, 2025 05:49 PM IST

PTI | ByHT Entertainment Desk

Netflix's Adolescence: Teen TV is changing again

Television reflects societal changes, with Teen TV evolving from light-hearted shows in the 80s to more complex narratives in the 90s and 2000s.

Adolescence challenges archetypes, positioning itself alongside influential teen shows like Euphoria and My So-Called Life, marking a shift towards nuanced storytelling in contemporary television.

entertainment

Updated on Mar 23, 2025 02:27 PM IST

ByNarendra Banad

Adolescence in the age of incel culture

In its simplest form, Adolescence shows us what is evident in plain sight. The kids are not all right

The smartphone has changed the landscape and we no longer speak the language. (Netflix)

opinion

Published on Mar 22, 2025 03:52 PM IST

ByNamita Bhandare

Adolescence is a call for conversation, compassion

Watch the series with your parents, with your teenage children, in your classrooms. Bleak as it sounds, grim as its self-reflection is, it is a call to action

This series actually tells the story of men alongside women at a time when it has often felt impossible to do so. (Adolescence/Netflix)

opinion

Published on Mar 21, 2025 07:56 PM IST

ByBarkha Dutt

Alia Bhatt in awe of Adolescence: ‘The energy is palpable and moving'

Alia Bhatt wrote a note of appreciation on Instagram. Adolescence has also sparked a debate about the feasibility of creating a similar project in India.

Alia Bhatt took to her Instagram Stories on Friday to express her awe-inspired thoughts after watching the mini-series.

entertainment

Published on Mar 21, 2025 01:32 PM IST

BySugandha Rawal

Why Netflix's Adolescence is a wake-up call to society

The Netflix series Adolescence explores the impact of social media on a 13-year-old boy, Jamie, who commits murder.

Adolescence, available on Netflix, is one of the very best shows of the year.

entertainment

Published on Mar 20, 2025 05:14 PM IST

ByLatha Srinivasan

Adolescence is Netflix’s #1 series worldwide and a must-watch. Here's why

Adolescence is a four-part limited series starring Stephen Graham and newcomer Owen Cooper. It has received rave reviews upon release last week.

Owen Cooper plays Jamie Miller, a teen accused of murdering a girl who studies in his school.

entertainment

Published on Mar 19, 2025 03:49 PM IST

BySantanu Das

Increasing contrasts in young people's mental wellbeing: Study

The results show that the overall proportion of adolescents reporting depressive symptoms increased from 21 percent in 2004 to 29 percent in 2019-2020.

A more open attitude toward mental health issues and treatment may influence how young people describe their wellbeing in self-report assessments.(Shutterstock)

lifestyle

Published on Mar 14, 2025 01:43 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Gothenburg

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Latest from adolescence

This article is authored by Komal Sood, director-principal, Vega Schools.

Children’s access to smartphones and their participation in social media has created an altogether new reality

As children move into adolescence, their developmental needs shift — and so must the role of parents

At 11, she still goes bike-riding with me and lets me hold her hand. Why would I want her to hold a phone instead?

Namita Thapar reflected on parenting after watching Adolescence, criticising 70-hour work weeks.

Adolescence has secured a spot on Netflix's list of most popular English-language TV series of all time at number 9 with an impressive 96.7 million views.

Sudhir Mishra confessed that he was inspired to watch Adolescence after being swayed by the glowing reviews from Hansal Mehta and Shekhar Kapur.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer supports streaming the series in schools to educate teens

Young people seek online spaces but at the same time get bullied, ostracized, and judged in ways that’s publicly shaming

Adolescence on Netflix captivates with its intense cinematography and complex themes, including guilt and parental accountability.

Jack Thorne refutes allegations that Adolescence is based on a real crime story. The Netflix show attracted over 66 million viewers in just two weeks.

Co-created and written by Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne, Adolescence tells story of a family torn apart after 13-year-old is arrested for the murder of a girl.

‘Adolescence,’ about a 13-year-old boy accused of murder, subverted crime shows and ignited a debate about social media and boys.

Amid all the praise for Adolescence, director Philip Barantini shared a clip of Owen Cooper's audition, giving fans a glimpse of his raw talent.

Adolescence, a drama series about a teen accused of murder, received rave reviews upon release with particular attention to its one shot technique.

The study observed how more screen exposure in childhood can lead to stress and depressive symptoms in teenage.

Therapist Divija Bhasin delves into Netflix’s Adolescence, explaining how social norms, parenting, and control shape young minds beyond social media influences.

In Netflix's Adolescence Jamie Miller who is 13 year old faces arrest for a crime he insists he didn't commit.

Talking about the show, Karan Johar drew a comparison between how he grew up and how kids are growing up nowadays. Adolescence is directed by Philip Barantini.

A 14-year-old boy was arrested in Bagalkot, Karnataka for raping a 12-year-old girl.

The final episode of Adolescence unveils the impact of a British slang term, ‘nonce’. Here is what the term means.

The Netflix series Adolescence has sparked confusion over its geographical setting due to diverse accents.

Adolescence has received rave reviews and overwhelming positive word of mouth ever since it released in Netflix earlier this month.

Television reflects societal changes, with Teen TV evolving from light-hearted shows in the 80s to more complex narratives in the 90s and 2000s.

In its simplest form, Adolescence shows us what is evident in plain sight. The kids are not all right

Watch the series with your parents, with your teenage children, in your classrooms. Bleak as it sounds, grim as its self-reflection is, it is a call to action

Alia Bhatt wrote a note of appreciation on Instagram. Adolescence has also sparked a debate about the feasibility of creating a similar project in India.

The Netflix series Adolescence explores the impact of social media on a 13-year-old boy, Jamie, who commits murder.

Adolescence is a four-part limited series starring Stephen Graham and newcomer Owen Cooper. It has received rave reviews upon release last week.

The results show that the overall proportion of adolescents reporting depressive symptoms increased from 21 percent in 2004 to 29 percent in 2019-2020.

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