Adolescent Resource Center (ARC)
CategoriesUncategorizedThis report offers a systematic analysis of how sexuality education is addressed across national curricula worldwide. It identifies gaps in coverage, inconsistencies in delivery, and variations in comprehensiveness, particularly in age-appropriate content on gender, health, and rights. The findings emphasise the need for updated, evidence-based guidance to help countries strengthen sexuality education frameworks so they […]
CategoriesUncategorizedThis report provides a comprehensive analysis of the sexual and reproductive health needs and risks of girls and boys aged 10 to 14 in humanitarian contexts across Ethiopia, Lebanon, and Thailand. It highlights the heightened risks faced by very young adolescents, including early marriage, forced sex, limited access to schooling, and inadequate age-sensitive sexual and […]
CategoriesUncategorizedThis report examines the long-standing debate over whether teenagers should have confidential access to reproductive health services or require parental involvement, a discussion that has continued since the 1970s. It traces the evolution of public policy that allows minors confidential access to contraceptives and abortion services, while noting that these rights remain contested. Research presented […]
CategoriesUncategorizedThis report explores the interconnected relationship between adolescent health, gender equality, and reproductive rights. It emphasises the importance of investing in the health of young people not only to improve individual outcomes but also to strengthen the resilience and well-being of communities as a whole.
CategoriesUncategorizedThis UNICEF report explores the central role of mental health in the lives of children and adolescents. It highlights how the global pandemic has intensified existing challenges, worsening mental health outcomes across this population. The report outlines strategies to safeguard and support young people’s mental well-being and underscores the urgency of coordinated global and local […]
CategoriesUncategorizedThis publication brings together a range of resources dedicated to advancing adolescent well-being and underscores the critical importance of providing comprehensive, adolescent-friendly health services, education, and safety. In our review, we examined multiple dimensions of adolescent well-being, from mental health to the role of social support systems, highlighting how these interconnected factors shape overall outcomes […]
CategoriesUncategorizedThis editorial presents a comprehensive “one-stop” resource advocating for a global approach to adolescent health and well-being. It highlights the many physical and mental challenges adolescents face and calls for transformative policies that can address these issues at scale. The piece emphasises that in an increasingly connected world, adolescent health cannot be addressed in isolation […]
CategoriesUncategorizedThis fact sheet provides key information on adolescent mental health, an increasingly important issue in community health. Anxiety, depression, and self-harm are among the most common concerns affecting this age group. These challenges can disrupt personal growth and development and have lasting effects on social and educational outcomes. Early prevention and supportive environments are essential […]
CategoriesUncategorizedThis World Bank report focuses on investing in adolescent girls as a driver of economic growth in Africa. It notes that 40 percent of girls aged 15 to 19 are neither in school nor employed, with many experiencing early marriage and childbearing. The report outlines six actionable strategies, such as promoting education, supporting economic opportunities, […]
CategoriesUncategorizedThis guideline provides evidence-based recommendations to improve adolescent health through better nutrition. It highlights the need to address all forms of malnutrition, including undernutrition, overweight, obesity, and micronutrient deficiencies. Key actions include promoting healthy diets, managing acute malnutrition, preventing adolescent pregnancy, and providing additional micronutrients through fortification and supplementation.