Mainstream storylines frequently portray extreme jealousy and possessiveness as proof of deep love. Education must reframe jealousy as an insecurity to be managed, rather than a romantic ideal.

Puberty brings mood swings because the limbic system (emotions) develops faster than the prefrontal cortex (logic). That means:

Romantic storylines often feel like a race. Students need to know they have the agency to set their own pace. Whether they choose to date at 13, 18, or not at all, their choice is valid. The Role of Digital Literacy