Websites
Books

Real Girl/Real World: Tools for Finding Your True Self

Heather M. Gray & Samantha Phil (Seal Press, 1998)

A book addressing topics such as self-image, eating disorders, menstruation, sexual activity, and feminism. 221 pages.

Feeling Good Handbook

David H. Burns, M.D. (Plume, 1999)

A cognitive therapist suggests ways to overcome a variety negative thought patterns that hinder success. 768 pages.

Hotlines

Marijuana Anonymous

1-800-766-6779

The Marijuana Anonymous hotline features information and referrals to local meetings.

National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information

1-800-729-6686

The National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information has English- and Spanish-speaking operators available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide you with drug treatment information and referrals.

National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence

1-800-622-2255

The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence hotline features 24-hour information, help and referrals for those with alcohol and drug problems and their families.

National Drug and Alcohol Treatment Referral Routing Service

1-800-662-HELP

This hotline features 24-hour referral services to drug and alcohol treatment centers. Offers help in English and Spanish.

AL-ANON and AlaTEEN

1-888-4AL-ANON

The Al-ANON and AlaTEEN hotline provides help and information for anyone who has been affected by another's drinking problem. Operators available in English, Spanish and French.

Center for Disease Control National Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) Hotline

1-800-232-4636

National Teen Emergency Hotline

1-800-448-3000

Girls' and Boys' Town National Hotline

1-800-448-3000

The Girls' and Boys' Town National Hotline is a 24-hour resource and referral service available to anyone. Operators are available in English and Spanish, and a TDD line (1-800-448-1833) provides assistance to the deaf and hearing-impaired.

CDC National STD and HIV Hotline

1-800-232-4636

The CDC's National STD and HIV hotline. Operators available in English and Spanish. Available Monday-Friday 8 AM-2AM (EST). The staff can answer your questions about HIV/AIDS, herpes, HPV and all other STDs. Operated by the Center for Disease Control.

Planned Parenthood Facts of Life Line

1-888-SXASK

The Planned Parenthood Facts of Life Line features operators on call to give information about sexuality, STDs, relationships, alcohol and drugs, nutrition and more. Operators are available in English and Spanish, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

CHILD HELP USA

1-800-4-A-CHILD

Child Help USA's hotline, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Can provide assistance in over 140 languages through translation services. Offers crisis intervention, information, referrals to emergency, social service and support resources, and more.

The Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network

1-800-656-HOPE

The National Sexual Assault Hotline, a project of the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network. Operators are available in English and Spanish, 24 hours a day, seven days a week and can offer advice as well as direct you to resources in your area.