YOLO, FOMO, & the Consequences of Teen Slang

Words have power. Teen slang phrases and acronyms, such as YOLO (You Only Live Once) and FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), can significantly influence the behavior of teenagers and adolescents. Although the behavioral consequences of teen slang are not always negative, the attitude expressed by these phrases can lead to risky choices, such as trying … Continue reading YOLO, FOMO, & the Consequences of Teen Slang