Health & Your Body
Go Ask Alice!
http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/
Ask any question and get a serious answer about your health, relationships,
or anything else in your life. If you’re too shy to ask, read what
others have posted on a variety of topics.
Teenline Online
http://www.teenlineonline.org/
An online teen hotline. Read postings from other teens and see what advice
was given.
TeensHealth
http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/
Everything you need to know about your mind and body, from information
on body art to coping with an abusive relationship.
Fitness & Nutrition
Go Ask Alice! Fitness & Nutrition
http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/Cat3.html
The health experts at Go Ask Alice! answer real questions from real people,
covering topics like eating disorders, smart fitness and food choices, weight
gain and loss, and healthy body image.
The Real Truth about Fast Food and Nutrition
http://library.thinkquest.org/4485/?tqskip1=1
Think you know what you’re getting when you eat out? Read up on the nutritional
content of fast food restaurants, then take the “which is healthier” quiz
to see if you’re ready for the real thing.
Shape Up America
http://www.shapeup.org/
Get in shape, eat healthy and stick with it! The cyber kitchen helps you build
menus, generate shopping lists, and eat well; the fitness center assesses your
fitness level and gives you recommendations for becoming more active. A free
membership registration is required for most areas of the site.
Vegetarian Teen
http://www.vegetarianteen.com/
Thinking about going vegetarian but not sure where to start? Recipes, advice
and message boards are just a few of the features you’ll find here.
Issues
Anorexia Nervosa and Related Eating Disorders
http://www.anred.com/
Extensive information on eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, binge
eating disorder, and how you can help a loved one. There’s also a forum
to share your own thoughts or experiences.
FAQs on Alcohol and Alcoholism
http://www.niaaa.nih.gov/FAQs/General-English/default.htm
Answers questions you may have about using or abusing alcohol, and living with
an alcoholic.
HelpGuide: Depression and Suicide in Teenagers
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/depression_teen.htm
Informative site that explains the triggers, symptoms, effects and risk factors
associated with depression and suicide.
Internet Public Library TeenSpace: Mental Health
http://www.ipl.org/div/teen/browse/he6000/
Information and resources on mental health issues that affect teens, such as
stress, self-harm, depression, and suicide.
MindZone
http://www.copecaredeal.org/
Read personal stories of teens who’ve dealt with depression, learn strategies
for dealing with tough emotions, find facts about anxiety disorders, and ask
the experts any questions you have.
NIDA for Teens: The Science Behind Drug Abuse
http://www.teens.drugabuse.gov/
Get the facts on drugs: what they are, how they affect the brain, and how long
it takes to get an addiction. Send a question to Dr. NIDA.
Teens in Distress
http://www.extension.umn.edu/distribution/youthdevelopment/DA2787.html
Have a friend who seems blue? Find out the warning signs of depression and
see what you can do to help.
Teen Moods
http://www.teen-moods.net/
Whether you chose to lurk or actively participate, there’s plenty to
do here at the Teen Depression Support Community, from message boards to poetry
to depression FAQs.
Sex & Sexuality
AIDS, Sex, and Teens
http://www.avert.org/young.htm
Straight-up information on AIDS & HIV.
Gay & Lesbian Resources
http://www.advocatesforyouth.org/youth/health/pamphlets/glbresources.htm
A lot of information here for anyone who think they might be gay, or know someone
who does.
I Wanna Know
http://www.iwannaknow.org/
What do you wanna know about sex? The American Social Health Association attempts
to cover the basics, from abstinence to STDs and much more in between.
Sex, Etc.
http://www.sxetc.org
Written for teens by teens, this is the online version of the award-winning
newsletter, with all sorts of information, tips, and personal stories.
Teen Guide to Sex
http://www.cfoc.org/TeenGuide/
Information on abstinence, STDs, how to talk to your parents about sex, and
more.
Teen Wire
http://www.teenwire.com/
Sexuality and relationship information, including articles, statistics, and
real-world advice. Most information also available in Spanish.
Teen Pregnancy & Parenting
Baby Center
http://www.babycenter.com/
Not specifically for teen parents but covers a wide range of topics, from tracking
your baby’s growth to meeting up with other parents like you.
Cool Nurse
http://www.coolnurse.com
Informative look at teen pregancy, parenthood, and sexuality from trusted medical
professionals. Includes statistics, frequently asked questions, and a video
library of prenatal care information.
National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
http://www.teenpregnancy.org/Default.asp?bhcp=1
Provides general background and statistics about teen pregnancy, some key facts
and trends, and why they’re working on reducing teen pregnancy rates
in America.
Teenage Parent: Life in the Fast Lane
http://www.teenageparent.org
Available in both English and Spanish, this site demonstrates the reality of
teen parenthood, from what things really cost to stories from people who’ve
done it.
Youth Positive Parenting Online
http://www.yppo.com/
Support, information, and resources for teen pregnancy and young parents.