Emotional Health

Everyone feels down once in a while. But when you feel down more than you feel up, it's time to get help. Remember: you’re never alone. Learn who you can turn to for help.

What to Do When Nightmares Become Reality

By Ben Cogswell, 17, Staff Writer

Law and Order: Special Victims Unit, a fictional legal show about sexual assaults, is a popular television show among young adults. But what happens when the drama of this television show steps into the reality of a teen's life?

Carla Berrocal

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Frequently Asked Questions
I don't think I'm depressed, I just feel "blah" all the time. What's wrong? I think my friend is suicidal. What can I do to help him? 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?
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Resources
Here are some of the best Web sites, hotlines and books about teens’ emotional health issues.