Websites
Books

Changing Bodies, Changing Lives: A Book for Teens on Sex and Relationships

Ruth Bell (4th Edition, Times Book, 2005)

An encyclopedic book containing information about sexual health, as well as chapters on violence, eating disorders and other issues teens experience. 432 pages.

The Sex Book

Jane Pavanel (Lobster Press, 2001)

A book about all aspects of sex, from "Aaah" to "Yeast Infection." 200 pages.

Hotlines

Planned Parenthood Facts of Life Hotline

1-800-967-PLAN

The Planned Parenthood Facts of Life Hotline 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.

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

1-800-232-4636

AIDS Hotline

1-800-232-4636

National Teen Emergency Hotline

1-800-448-3000

The Body: US National AIDS Hotlines & Resources

1-800-243-7692

HIV/AIDS information from Gay Men's Health Crisis. Available Monday-Friday 10AM-9PM (EST), Saturday noon- 3PM.

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.

National Herpes Hotline

1-919-361-8488

Provides information, counseling, and free referrals to people with herpes and those close to them. Operators available in English and Spanish. Available Monday-Friday, 9AM-7PM (EST). Sponsored by the American Social Health Association.

Find a Planned Parenthood Clinic Near You

1-800-230-PLAN

A number to call to find a Planned Parenthood clinic near you.

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.