Adolescent development and schooling in the digital age

Abstract Adolescence is a time of great physical and cognitive change. During this period of development, adolescents learn to make health and lifestyle choices, maneuvering a number of biological and sociocultural transitions. These lifestyle choices become the habits and routines of adulthood and thus have consequences throughout the life course. Therefore, adolescence is a critical period for addressing health behaviors. Schools have a critical role in facilitating healthy transitions to adulthood. This chapter provides an overview of the biological and psychosocial milestones of adolescent development, situating this developmental process within the context of schools and emerging digital technologies.