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Links!
Do
Something
Do Something, created by actor Andrew Shue, is dedicated to improving
communities throughout the nation through the active volunteerism
work of teens. Utilizing grants and Do Something Starter Kits, teenagers
across the country are able to better their schools and neighborhoods,
making them safer and more productive for the entire community it
serves.
YMCA
The YMCA and YWCA are organizations devoted to providing a safe
and educational environment for people of all ages. Focused on physical
and personal improvement, the YMCA promotes a healthy lifestyle.
United
States Department of Health and Human Services
This department of the US government is designed to educate the
public about common health issues and health care.
Help
for Teens
This website is an informative guide for parents and their teens
concerning the prevention and identification of teen drug use.
US
Department of Health and Human Services: National Institutes of
Health
This government run organization is dedicated to educating the public
about their sexual health. On the website, information about STDs,
birth control and other sexually related issues are addressed.
TeensHealth
This teen-oriented site provides information concerning sexual health,
body development and mental issues that pertain to growing up. Along
with helpful information, teens can seek advice and learn how to
protect themselves from STDs and peer pressure.
Campaign
For Our Children, Inc.
The Campaign For Our Children is an organization committed to developing
awareness about abstinence and making responsible sexual decisions
through the media.
ehealth
Forum
This website is designed to answer health questions and address
the pressing health issues in your community and discuss them in
online forums.
Center
for the Prevention of School Violence
This North Carolina based website is designed to create awareness
about school violence and to provide information about how to prevent
it, whether it be physically, emotionally or mentally.
Teen
Risk Resource Center
This resource center helps parents of troubled teens seek help through
camps, schools, programs and treatment centers. The Center can help
teens with behavioral, drug and violence problems, as well as with
depression, ADD and ADHD
Recovery
Month
Recovery Month supplies the public with information on how to attain
treatment for drug abuse, mental strife and emotional disorders.
US
Department of Health and Human Services and SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse
for Alcohol and Drug Information
This website covers every aspect of teen substance abuse, from preventing
it to recognizing it. Aimed at teens, this site uncovers the nature
of drugs and alcohol and provides information on how to get help
and support for teens and their friends.
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