“People were busy trying to put me down, but in fact, they were making me work harder toward a good future for myself.”
—Alison,18, UK
Break the Cycle Organization for Teens
An organization that produces a Web site featuring information about dating and relationship violence and steps young people can take to stop it. Also offers free legal advice to teens in need.
Teen Relationships Website
http://www.teenrelationships.org/
A Web site featuring information about healthy and unhealthy relationships as well as chat rooms with teen counselors, a hotline and other resources for teens to help them avoid or get out of unhealthy relationships. Produced by Community Overcoming Relationships Abuse. You can read more about CORA at www.corasupport.org.
When Love Hurts
http://www.dvirc.org.au/whenlove/
A Web site for girls on emotional health in relationships. Includes information about healthy relationships, abusive relationships, and spaces for chat and free expression. Produced by the Domestic Violence and Incest Resource Center in Australia.
Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network (RAINN)
RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual assault organization. Its Web site includes information about sexual assault and abuse, as well as resources for victims of assault and abuse.
Suicide Awareness Voices of Education
A Web site with facts and information about suicide and depression, as well as resources for people who are depressed and people involved in suicide prevention. Produced by the SAVE organization.
Abusive Relationships: characteristics, consequences, and recovery strategies.
http://www.recovery-man.com/abusive/abusive.htm
This Web site offers basic information about abuse in relationships as well as in-depth information about typical characteristics of abusers and victims and resources for the recovery of both parties in an abusive relationship.
SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Health Collective
A Web site with information about sexual and reproductive health as well as resources for young activists and advocates for reproductive justice.
The Religious Institute on Sexual Morality, Justice and Healing
http://religiousinstitute.org/index.html
A progressive religious Web site featuring sexuality information for people interested in faith or already aligned to a certain religion. Be sure to check out their unique "Religious Declaration on Sexual Morality, Justice, and Healing."
Child Help USA
A Web site with resources and information for abused children, as well as information about preventing abuse.
QueerAmerica Database
The largest collection of queer resources in the nation, including information about community centers, support organizations, PFLAG chapters and more. A project of the National Coalition for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Youth.
National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance
NAAFA is dedicated to improving the quality of life for fat people. This Web site includes information about the sociological, psychological, legal, medical, and physiological aspects of being fat.
OutProud
A Web site featuring resources for GLBTQ youth, including others' coming out stories, a school resources library with information about how to make schools safer and a link to Oasis Magazine. A project of the National Coalition for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Youth.
American Association of Suicidology
A Web site full of information about suicide, for practitioners as well as the general public.
TransProud
A Web site with links to resources for transgender youth, including Oasis Magazine, the largest writing community by and for queer youth. A project of the National Coalition for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Youth.
Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network
http://www.glsen.org/cgi-bin/iowa/home.html
The GLSEN Web site features information and resources for GLBTQ students and their straight allies, aimed at making school communities safe and accepting of all students.
Find a Confidential Clinic Near You
A Web site featuring a database you can use to locate clinics across the country offering birth control, STD screening and other reproductive health services. Produced by the National Family Planning and Reproductive Health Association.
secret shame (self-injury information and support)
http://www.palace.net/~llama/psych/injury.html
A Web site about self-injury, including information and resources for those who self-injure as well as for the friends and families of self-injurers.
Safety in Relationships
http://www.youngwomenshealth.org/safety_in_relat.html
A Web page describing healthy and unhealthy relationships, with tips on how to identify and end an unhealthy relationship. Produced by the Center for Young Women's Health at Children's Hospital Boston.
Body Image and Self-Esteem (from TeensHealth)
http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/body_image/body_image_.html
This page includes information about body image and self-esteem, and a tab leads you to articles about your changing body, eating disorders, and more. Produced by the Nemours Foundation.
National Runaway Switchboard
This Web site and hotline can provide support and information for teens who are thinking about running away, or already have run away. The hotline is 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929) and is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Reach Out!
http://www.reachout.com.au/home.asp
Reach Out! is an awesome Web site for young people who are experiencing depression. They are based in Australia. Reach Out! is an initiative of the Inspire Foundation.
Young Women's Health
http://www.youngwomenshealth.org/
This information-packed Web site created by medical health professionals is intended for young women ages 12-22.
AboutHealth
At Abouthealth, kids talk to kids. They tell how they've handled things like underage drinking, bullying, body image, and sexual health.
Deal With It! : A Whole New Approach to Your Body, Brain, and Life as a Gurl
A book for girls about how to deal with all the changes that occur during adolescence, including information on topics such as "Boobs," "What's Up Down There," and "To Do It or Not To Do It." 320 pages.
Abortion: My Choice, God's Grace: Christian Women Tell Their Stories
Thirteen Christian women, both Roman Catholic and Protestant, write about their experiences with abortion, touching also on other topics in the intersection of sexuality and religion. 238 pages.
Peace After Abortion
A book designed to help women who are troubled after their abortions deal with their emotions and find peace. 180 pages.
In Good Conscience: A Practical, Emotional and Spiritual Guide to Deciding Whether to Have an Abortion
A book which provides women with information they need to in order to decide whether or not to have an abortion, and which discusses the options women have if they decide to abort and if they decide to continue their pregnancies. 165 pages.
I'm Pregnant, Now What Do I Do?
A book featuring information on the three main options for someone who has become pregnant: abortion, adoption, or raising the child oneself. 228 pages.
You Mean I Don't Have to Feel This Way?
Overcoming Depression
The authors evaluate various therapies and treatments for depression and bipolar disorder, as well as providing resources for coping with the social implications of affective disorders. 432 pages.
Feeling Good Handbook
A cognitive therapist suggests ways to overcome a variety negative thought patterns that hinder success. 768 pages.
Cutting: Understanding and Overcoming Self-Mutilation
A psychotherapist explains self-injury and proposes strategies for treatment. 268 pages.
Real Girl/Real World: Tools for Finding Your True Self
A book addressing topics such as self-image, eating disorders, menstruation, sexual activity, and feminism. 221 pages.
Finding Our Way: The Teen Girls’ Survival Guide
A book about body image, puberty, sexual development, birth control, relationships, nutrition and more. 336 pages.
Ophelia Speaks : Adolescent Girls Write About Their Search for Self
A response to the book Reviving Ophelia, the book includes teen girls' writings on topics ranging from relationships to eating disorders to race relations. 304 pages.
Teen Relationship National Hotline (part of the National Domestic Violence Hotline)
1-800-799-SAFE
The National Domestic Violence Hotline has operators available in English and Spanish, with over 140 more languages covered by translator services. Operators help callers determine whether a relationship is abusive and what their next steps should be.
Center for Disease Control National Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) Hotline
1-800-232-4636
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
The Lifeline routes calls to the closest possible provider of mental health and suicide prevention resources. Operators are available in Spanish and a TTY line is available (1-800-799-4TTY). Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
National Hopeline Network
1-800-SUICIDE
The National Hopeline Network uses an ANI (Automatic Number Identification) system to connect callers directly to a certified suicide crisis center in their area. Crisis line operators respond 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Break the Cycle Organization for Teens
1-888-988-TEEN
Break the Cycle's teen support hotline. Features access to legal support and more.
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.
National Teen Emergency Hotline
1-800-448-3000
Hotline for Teens Who Cut
1-800-DONT-CUT
The Safe Alternative hotline provides information on safe alternatives to self-injury. This is NOT a crisis line; in an emergency, call 911.
National Eating Disorder Hotline
1-800-248-3285
Eating Disorders Information and Referral Line
1-800-931-2237
The Eating Disorders Information and Referral Helpline provides services, help and support to people with eating disorders. Helpline hours are available at www.nationaleatingdisorders.com.
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.
National Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-422-4453
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.
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.
Find a Planned Parenthood Clinic Near You
1-800-230-PLAN
A number to call to find a Planned Parenthood clinic near you.
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.
The Gay and Lesbian National Hotline
1-888-THE-GLNH
Provides phone and e-mail peer counseling, as well as information about local resources for GLBTQ teens across the United States.
Depression After Delivery
1-800-944-4773
The Depression After Delivery hotline provides information, referrals and support for women suffering post-partum depression or depression during their pregnancies. Operators available in English and Spanish.
GLBT National Youth Talkline
1-800-246-PRIDE (7743)
Youth volunteers provide young GLBTQ people (up to age 25) with peer counseling, information, and referrals to local resources. Available Monday-Saturday, 9:30 PM to midnight (EST).
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.
The National Runaway Switchboard
1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929)
Have you thought about running away? Are you worried about a friend who might run away. This hotline is a safe place to talk to a counselor. The hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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