This page includes health, mental health, substance use, and sexual health information, resources, and quizzes for students. For additional support or to speak with someone confidentially, contact Teen Hotline or your local Wellness Center.

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TEENS: REAL INFO

ANXIETY/DEPRESSION 

Anxiety Disorders 

How can I deal with my anxiety? 

Depression

How can I overcome loneliness and feel more connected? 

My friend is talking about suicide. What should I do?

Emotional Health Q & A

BODY IMAGE 

Body Image and Self-Esteem

How does body image relate to guys? 

Do I have body image issues?

How do eating disorders affect an individual: short-term and long-term?

Learning to Love My Body Shape

Body Image Q & A

DRUGS/ALCOHOL

~ DRUG GUIDE

What is binge drinking?

Does marijuana impair long-term learning?

I wish my partner would stop smoking. What can I do?

What are the effects of Ecstasy and other drugs?

How can I end a prescription drug habit safely?

What are signs of addiction and what can I do to get help?

HEALTHY HABITS 

Why Exercise Is Wise

5 Ideas for Better Sleep

Technology: 5 Ways to Reboot Yourself

Protecting Your Online Identity and Reputation

How can I set realistic goals and stick with them?

Nutrition & Fitness Q & A

LGBTQ YOUTH

Gay, Straight, Bi: These Labels Don’t Apply

How do I know if I'm gay?

Should I come out and, if so, how?

What does it mean to be transgender? 

A Crash Course in Gender & Gender Identity

Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, or Questioning Q & A 

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What is the "It Gets Better Project"?  

What if I need a safe, non-judgmental place to talk?

What a Difference an Ally Makes

LOVE/RELATIONSHIPS

Am I in love?

Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships 

What do I need to know about online relationships?

Is it possible to be friends with benefits if I once had serious feelings?

How can I end a relationship respectfully?

Relationship Q & A

SCHOOL/FAMILY LIFE  

School & Job Center

Homework Help 

Going to College

Why do I fight with my parents so much?

Talking to Your Parents or Other Adults

Getting Along With Your Teachers

SEXUAL HEALTH 

~ MARIN TEEN CLINICS

To have sex or not to have sex?

What's the big deal about sexting?

Are sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) common?

What is "safer sex"?

What is the Morning-After Pill (Emergency Contraception)?

Where can I read more about sex and relationships? > Pregnacy? > Talking to adults?

STRESS/COPING

All About Stress: Stress & Coping Center

Stressful Situations 

Serious Stress

How can I stop cutting?

Relaxation Exercises: Breathing Basics 

Study Break Yoga

LOOKING FOR MORE HONEST ANSWERS?

Check out these teen-friendly websites: 

http://www.about-face.org/

http://abovetheinfluence.com/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0215sqv

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/

http://www.drugfree.org/

http://goaskalice.columbia.edu/

http://www.halfofus.com/

http://www.itgetsbetter.org/

http://www.plannedparenthood.org/teens

http://sexetc.org/

http://teenshealth.org/teen/

http://www.teensource.org/ 

http://thebodyisnotanapology.com/

http://thebodypositive.org/

http://www.thetrevorproject.org/

http://www.thetruth.com/

http://www.youthresource.com/