13 to 25

Introducing 13 to 25: Research and Conversation

Through nine seasons of The Voices of Young People Podcast, young people have described their perceptions of and experiences with religion and spirituality, mental health, politics and more. Now we’re evolving our podcast to offer even more insights into the lives of young people. The Voices of Young People Podcast

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Does gender influence loneliness in young people?

Age and gender both play a role in young people’s experiences of loneliness Data from Springtide’s 2025 Study of Young People’s Organizational Involvement show age and gender both play a significant role in young people’s experiences of loneliness. Small differences emerge within age groups based on gender, but age comparisons

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Gen Alpha teens value openness about mental health

New data on Gen Alpha and mental health A majority of the oldest members of Generation Alpha agree that talking openly about mental health issues would benefit our society. Most (85%) say that open discussion about mental health is good for society, 12% remain neutral, and 3% say that it’s

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Does limiting screen time improve mental health for teens?

Springtide Research Institute’s 2024 survey of 1,112 Gen Alpha 13-year-olds asked about screen time and mental health. The results show that 13-year-olds with limited screen time use their phones less than those with unlimited screen time. Restrictions on screen time are associated with slightly better mental health outcomes. The graphs

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Ensuring Mental Wellness for Transgender and Nonbinary Youth

At Springtide we are committed to the flourishing and wellness of all young people. Our data show that, in some instances, young people with diverse sexual and gender identities have relational experiences that can be harmful to their mental, emotional and spiritual health — and in turn they need specific

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Mental Health Awareness Month: Recap and Resources 

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we focused on the mental health of Latina/o young people. Guided by our BIPOC research fellow, Dr. Kitzia Moreno-Garza, and our Senior Research Associate, Dr. Nabil Tueme, Springtide offered a series of posts, events, and offerings designed to highlight the cultural experiences of Latino/a young

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Talking to Latiné Young People About Mental Health

For Mental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Kitzia Moreno-Garza, a clinical psychologist who focuses on children and adolescents, shares her experiences in researching and working with Latino/a/é young people. Below is an excerpt of her post that appeared on our Psychology Today blog, Young People Decoded.   In the past, many therapists

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Stigma and Latina/o Mental Health: Barriers to Care

Each year, Springtide invites a BIPOC fellow (a social scientist of color in training or in early career) to engage the work we do studying young people under 25. This year, we’ve had the privilege of working with Dr. Kitzia Moreno-Garza, a clinical psychologist who focuses on children and adolescents

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