“The most important thing for teens to know about sex and sexuality is that it's not wrong and they should not be ashamed about their sexuality.”
—Kenneth, 17, New Jersey
FAQs about Emotional Health
- I feel depressed all the time, and it's getting worse. Sometimes, I cut myself, and I've even thought about suicide. Can you help me?
- I think I'm going to drop out of school. No one understands what it is like to be trans. Is there anything else I can do?
- What are the dangers of eating disorders?
- My friend showed me these scars on her arms and legs and says she cuts herself. Why does she do this, and how can I stop her?
- What is “gay pride”?
- What are some of the effects of abuse?
- I’m gay and have been harassed in school. What can I do?
- What is homophobia?
- I feel that I'm gay. Should I tell my parents? How do you think they'll react?
- I don't think I'm depressed, I just feel "blah" all the time. What's wrong?
- I hate my life and I’m thinking about killing myself. What should I do?
- Someone in my family just died, and I’m having a hard time dealing. What should I do?
- I think my friend is suicidal. What can I do to help him?
- What does it mean to be "abusive"?
- How can you make sexual harassment STOP?
- My parents abuse me. What can I do?
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