Teenagers’ motivation dips in high school. But research shows supportive teachers can really help

Teenagers’ motivation dips in high school. But research shows supportive teachers can really help

Rawpixel.com/Shutterstock, CC BYAdolescence is often characterised as a time of “storm and stress”. Young people are dealing with physical and cognitive changes and, as they move from childhood, can become increasingly distant from the adults in their lives. In academic terms, this time of major hormonal change is also accompanied by a well-known dip in students’ motivation and engagement at school. This often coincides with students’ going to h…