Resources Tagged With: teen resource

National Institute on Drug Abuse for Teens, Teachers, and Parents [web resource]

NIH_NIDA_Master_Logo_2ColorThis website is a project of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), National Institutes of Health (NIH), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This site is organized to help you find what you are looking for, whether you are a teen, middle or high school teacher, or parent.  The purpose of this site is to facilitate learning about the effects of drug use on the brain, body, and lives of teens. Read more ›

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Jed Foundation [web resource]

JED-logoThe Jed Foundation (JED) empowers teens and young adults with the skills and support to grow into healthy, thriving adults. JED believes in a comprehensive, public health approach to promoting emotional and mental health and preventing suicide.

JED aims to ensure more teens and young adults get access to the resources and support they need to navigate life’s challenges. Read more ›

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Suicide Prevention: Know the Signs [web resource]

KnowtheSignslogoEvery day, Californians struggle with emotional pain. Pain isn’t always obvious, but most suicidal people show some signs that they are thinking about suicide. If you see even one warning sign, step in or speak up. Take the time to learn what to do now, so you’re ready to be there for a friend or loved one when it matters most.  You have the power to make a difference – the power to save a life. Read more ›

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Project UROK [web resource]

Project-UROK-Square-Logo-web-1Project UROK was founded in 2014 by writer and comedian Jenny Jaffe (Disney, MTV, VH1) to combat the isolation and stigmatization surrounding mental illness. Project UROK’s mission is to create funny, meaningful videos for teenagers struggling with mental health issues, made by people who have been there before. Read more ›

The Mighty [web resource]

Having a disability or disease doesn’t have to be isolating.  The Mighty, an online platform for people facing disability, disease and mental illness, provides a safe supportive community for people (including teens and young adults) to tell their stories, connect with others and raise support for the causes they believe in. Read more ›

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HelpGuide.org [web resource]

helpguideHelpGuide is a non-profit web resource with over 250 articles, interactive quizzes and other resources covering 31 topics. The site contains self-help tools to help readers to effectively deal with mental, emotional and social health challenges.

In collaboration with Harvard Health Publications, the consumer health publishing division of Harvard Medical School, a subset of comprehensive evidence-based articles have been adapted from Harvard Health Publications for HelpGuide’s readers. Read more ›

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TeenzTalk – A Global Teen Community [web resource]

TeenzTalkNadia Ghaffari founded TeenzTalk.org as a sophomore at Los Altos High School in Los Altos, California.  Ghaffari believes that teens are more likely to listen & relate to other teens on topics including stress-management & overcoming disappointment, failure, or challenges. TeenzTalk.org places the focus on positive teen-to-teen influence. Read more ›

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Born This Way Foundation [web resource]

LadyGagaFoundationLogoBorn This Way Foundation was launched in 2012 by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cynthia Germanotta. The foundation focuses on researching, learning, and developing programs to support their mission—connecting young people in safe ways and empowering them with the skills and opportunities that will inspire them to create a kinder and braver world.

Born This Way Foundation is committed to supporting the wellness of young people and empowering them to create a kinder and braver world. Read more ›

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Why Stanford Is Training Teens To Preach the Importance of Shut-Eye

alarm clockAccording to the CDC, as many as 70 percent of high school students do not get enough sleep.

For decades, information about the importance of sleep has been targeted at parents and school boards. But now, Stanford University’s Center for Sleep Sciences is attempting to tackle the issue by taking their message directly to teens. Read more ›

How Peers Can Help with Teen Mental Health

Under the direction of Dr. Ramsey Khasho, CHC staff members and other expert contributors provide answers to questions about the serious issue of teen anxiety and depression in our community. Read more ›

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