Blog: Technology
Navigating Uncertainty in the Future of Work for Young People
April 22, 2026The transition to adulthood has always involved uncertainty, as adolescents continue to form and refine their goals for who they want to become, how they want to contribute, and which pathways they’ll take to get there. New and advancing technologies are amplifying this uncertainty, shifting the economic landscape in rapid and unpredictable ways, and leaving young people unsure about how to prepare for their future. So, how do we help youth build the skills they need for meaningful careers and lives in this rapidly changing world?
Social Media and Adolescents
February 14, 2025Digital technology, and specifically social media, is a tool that many young people use in their daily lives to form connections, acquire knowledge, and navigate complex systems. There are clear benefits to social media use during adolescence but there are also clear risks. Hear from experts and young people as they discuss how to mitigate the risks of these online spaces and promote the benefits. This post is based on the recent Adaptivity podcast episode, “Social Media and Adolescents.”
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A Healthy Relationship with Technology
November 1, 2022At the 2022 American Psychological Association (APA) Science Summit, NSCA member Dr. Candice Odgers joined a panel of experts to talk with moderator Soledad O’Brien about youth mental health and digital tech use.
Press Releases
February 25, 2025: Announcing the UCLA Center for the Developing Adolescent’s 2024 Annual Report
January 17, 2023: New Guides Help Organizations Build Effective Youth Engagement Programs
August 16, 2021: New Report Examines Intersection of Anti-Black Racism on Youth Development
November 30, 2020: Center for the Developing Adolescent Announces New Advisory Board Members
October 1, 2020: Center for the Developing Adolescent Announces New Leadership
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How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Screen
August 27, 2020Dr. Linda Wilbrecht explains how screentime may be filling some deep-seated developmental needs for adolescents, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.