Life

Health

  • Teen Health and WellnessReal Life, Real Answers provides students with comprehensive curricular support and self-help tools on topics including diseases, drugs, alcohol, nutrition, fitness, mental health, diversity, family life, and more.
  • American Social Health NetworkThis is where you will find the facts, the support, and the resources to answer your questions, find referrals, join support groups, and get access to in-depth information about sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
  • It’s Great to Wait — Thousands of teens just like you are making the smart choice – sexual abstinence until marriage – and coming to this site every day.
  • Teenwire — teenwire.com is the Planned Parenthood Federation of America Web site for teens and is staffed by professionals who are dedicated to providing the information you need.
  • Go Ask Alice! — Go Ask Alice! is a health Q&A Internet resource. It works to provide readers with reliable, accurate, accessible, culturally competent information and a range of thoughtful perspectives so that they can make responsible decisions concerning their health and well-being.
  • TeenHealthFX.com — TeenHealthFX.com is your online resource for any and all questions regarding your health, your relationships, your body and your sexuality. While this site is informative, it’s not a substitute for talking to your doctor and your parents.
  • National Eating Disorders Association — Our organization is dedicated to providing education, resources and support to those affected by eating disorders.
  • SAVE: Suicide Prevention Information and Education — This site, is based on the foundation and belief that suicide should no longer be considered a hidden or taboo topic, and that through raising awareness and educating the public, we can SAVE lives. If you are in a suicide crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK.

Jobs and Money

  • Summer Jobs — Offers summer jobs and seasonal staff positions with camps, amusement parks, resorts, national parks, hotels, environmental organizations and more.
  • Teen Job Search Guide — Information for teens on how to find a job, where to get working papers, where teens can work, what to wear for an interview, and how to obtain references.
  • Peterson’s Find a Summer Camp or Program — Whether you’re an artist, athlete, or bookworm, there’s a summer program with your name on it. Besides giving you lots to talk about when schools starts back up, each can broaden your horizons and jazz up your college applications.

Get Involved

  • Do Something — Do Something believes you have the power to make a difference. DoSomething.org provides the tools and resources for you to convert your ideas and energy into positive action.
  • Youth Activism Project — Promotes youth civic engagement – especially in the areas of school policies, city ordinances, state laws, national legislation and international issues.
  • UNICEF Voices of Youth — A place where you can speak out about issues facing young people and hear what others are saying around the world.
  • Americorp — AmeriCorps is an opportunity to make a big difference in your life and in the lives of those around you. It’s a chance to apply your skills and ideals toward helping others and meeting critical needs in the community.
  • National 4-H Council — 4H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship and life skills.

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