# data[].attributes.body
Emotions are hard and people are complicated. Use these resources to learn more about self-expression, feelings, and interpersonal relationships so that you can maybe finally understand why your friend said that or why your crush isn't speaking to you.

# data[].attributes.body
Babies aren't just cute little spit-up and poop machines. There's a lot of stuff that has to change in your body to grow a whole new person, and it doesn't end once they enter the real world. Here's where to find information about pregnancy and parenting so you know what to expect and what your options are.

# data[].attributes.body
The emotional and physical changes are REAL. Look here for information about growing up and how to keep your cool while everything and everyone is changing.

# data[].attributes.body
Real teens talk about growing up and all the challenges and wins that come with it.

# data[].attributes.body
In Lady Bird, Saoirse Ronan plays a high school senior struggling to prepare for the next phase of her life as everyone around her seems to be changing and growing apart. In "How to Parent a Teen from a Teen's Perspective," teens get the chance to set out their own suggestions. Maybe casually pass this one on to the adults in your life the next time they discuss screen time and grounding.

# data[].attributes.body
With humor, compassion, honesty, and sass, these movies, TV shows, and Youtube videos will show what having a baby is REALLY like.

# data[].attributes.body
In these chill resource management games, you can relax and unwind while practicing how to multi task, set healthy boundaries, and balance physical, mental, and emotional needs.

# data[].attributes.body
If you need a break from button mashing in Smash Bros or just feel like cozy games are more your vibe, these lowkey video games feature gorgeous graphics and soothing soundtracks with goal oriented missions that just might make you feel feelings about the main characters.

# data[].attributes.body
Not sure if you're ready to have sex? Wondering what it's supposed to feel like (or how to make it better)? Not sure if you EVER want to have sex? Think you (or a friend) might be LGBT? Give some of these a look.

# data[].attributes.body
WHAT goes WHERE?? If babies actually need 10 months in the uterus, where did all this 9 months crap come from???This collection of fiction, non-fiction, comic books, and graphic novels tell you more about sex, pleasure, parenting, and families.

# data[].attributes.body
In John Tucker Must Die, three teenage girls plot to get back at their basketball star boyfriend who has been secretly stringing along all three girls. This quick paced and irreverently funny film will have you cackling with laughter.

In 13 Reasons Why, a community reels from the death of high schooler Hannah Baker. But her friends and enemies are caught further off guard by a collection of cassette tapes that addresses them directly and how their actions led her to take her own life.

# data[].attributes.body
This mix of fiction, non-fiction, comic books, and graphic novels is sure to have SOMETHING you'll enjoy. Read about teens like you or find answers to all your questions about the physical and emotional changes you may be experiencing.

# data[].attributes.body
In these relatable books and graphic novels, get tips on thinking positively, accepting yourself, supporting your friends, and first (and second and third....) love. Root for your favorite character in fictional stories or snap pictures of your favorite breathing exercises in non-fiction guides.

# data[].attributes.body
For the adults in your life, these sites can be helpful resources in setting up lesson plans and activities, supporting students or children through difficult situations, or connecting with other professionals to provide better care for your local community.

# data[].attributes.body
Okay, you've read all the books and websites, tried the movies and podcasts, but nothing is actually helping. Here are some places you can go to get help with your physical and emotional health or to get support leaving a dangerous situation.

# data[].attributes.body
Not sure what you're looking for? Start here for a diverse selection of information on personal health and wellness. We've got games, movies, podcasts, websites, and more, so you're sure to find something to pique your curiosity and maybe answer a question you didn't even know you had.

# data[].attributes.body
Whether you're looking for tips on coming out, trying to figure out how to put a condom on correctly, or just want to read a magical fantasy book about a trans boy and his family of witches, we've got you covered with these reading recs.

# data[].attributes.body
A chatbot that answers questions about sexual health, puberty, relationships and growing up. Try this if you don't want to have an in-person conversation about any of these topics.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Ask Roo | The Sexual Health Chatbot from Planned Parenthood

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Have questions about sexual and reproductive health you don't want to ask out loud? Ask Roo, a resource for unbiased sex education information.

# data[].attributes.body
Mood Meter App gives you a straightforward yet detailed graph to chart your emotional moods.

# data[].attributes.body
Having trouble accessing a link on this site? Let us know! Fill out the above form and we'll see what we can do.

# data[].attributes.body
You're not the only one feeling this way, trust me! In this collection of movies, TV shows, and Youtube videos, you'll get a hefty dose of realism and humor about the everyday annoyances and excitements of being a teenager. Click each picture to watch or learn more about the show!

# data[].attributes.body
This free app provides an anonymous and safe space for teens to request support from trained peers and to learn from others with similar experiences.

# data[].attributes.body
In this collection of some of our favorite podcasts, you'll get to hear from real teens, professional sex educators, and parents as they discuss topics from anxiety to friendships to dating to sex. Click the album cover to learn more about each show and maybe find a new favorite while you're waiting for the bus on frigid winter mornings!

# data[].attributes.body
A national resource to disrupt and prevent unhealthy relationships and intimate partner violence by empowering young people through inclusive and equitable education, support, and resources.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Healthy relationships for young adults can be confusing. Love is more than just the way you feel, and we’re here to help.

# data[].attributes.body
Youtube featuring teens talking to teens as well as a doctor giving talks about sex, birth control & STDs.

# data[].attributes.body
An SEL framework and resources for implementing evidence based SEL practices in your community.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Foster knowledge, skills, and attitudes across five areas of social and emotional competence;

Establish equitable learning environments and coordinate practices across four key settings that support students' social, emotional, and academic development.

Download more information on the framework (available in and Spanish).

Use our reflection protocol to facilitate a discussion on implementation efforts in your school, district, or other setting.

Read more about the 2020 update to our framework, which highlighted the potential of SEL in promoting educational equity and excellence.

Back to top

Communities

Communities. Community partners often provide safe and developmentally rich settings for learning and development, have deep understanding of community needs and assets, are seen as trusted partners by families and students, and have connections to additional supports and services that school and families need. Community programs also offer opportunities for young people to practice their social and emotional skills in settings that are both personally relevant and can open opportunities for their future. To integrate SEL efforts across the school day and out-of-school time, school staff and community partners should align on common language and coordinate strategies and communication around SEL-related efforts and initiatives.
Learn more: CASEL Guide to Schoolwide SEL - Community Partnerships

Families & Caregivers

Families & Caregivers. When schools and families form authentic partnerships, they can build strong connections that reinforce students' social and emotional development. Families and caregivers are children's first teachers, and bring deep expertise about their development, experiences, culture, and learning needs. These insights and perspectives are critical to informing, supporting, and sustaining SEL efforts. Research suggests that evidence-based SEL programs are more effective when they extend into the home, and families are far more likely to form partnerships with schools when their schools' norms, values, and cultural representations reflect their own experiences. Schools need inclusive decision-making processes that ensure that families-particularly those from historically marginalized groups-are part of planning, implementing, and continuously improving SEL.

Schools can also create other avenues for family partnership that may include creating ongoing two-way communication with families, helping caregivers understand child development, helping teachers understand family backgrounds and cultures, providing opportunities for families to volunteer in schools, extending learning activities and discussions into homes, and coordinating family services with community partners. These efforts should engage families in understanding, experiencing, informing, and supporting the social and emotional development of their students.
Learn more: CASEL Guide to Schoolwide SEL - Family Partnerships

Schools

Schools. Effectively integrating SEL schoolwide involves ongoing planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement by all members of the school community. SEL efforts both contribute to and depend upon a school climate where all students and adults feel respected, supported, and engaged.

Because the school setting includes many contexts-classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playground, bus-fostering a healthy school climate and culture requires active engagement from all adults and students. A strong school culture is rooted in students' sense of belonging, with evidence that suggests that it plays a crucial role in students' engagement. SEL also offers an opportunity to enhance existing systems of student support by integrating SEL goals and practices with universal, targeted, and intensive academic and behavioral supports. By coordinating and building upon SEL practices and programs, schools can create an environment that infuses SEL into every part of students' educational experience and promotes positive social, emotional, and academic outcomes for all students.
Learn more: CASEL Guide to Schoolwide SEL

Classrooms

Classrooms. Research has shown that social and emotional competence can be enhanced using a variety of classroom-based approaches such as: (a) explicit instruction through which social and emotional skills and attitudes are taught and practiced in developmentally, contextually, and culturally responsive ways; (b) teaching practices such as cooperative learning and project-based learning; and (c) integration of SEL and academic curriculum such as language arts, math, science, social studies, health, and performing arts. High-quality SEL instruction has four elements represented by the acronym SAFE: Sequenced - following a coordinated set of training approaches to foster the development of competencies; Active - emphasizing active forms of learning to help students practice and master new skills; Focused - implementing curriculum that intentionally emphasizes the development of SEL competencies; and Explicit - defining and targeting specific skills, attitudes, and knowledge.

SEL instruction is carried out most effectively in nurturing, safe environments characterized by positive, caring relationships among students and teachers. To facilitate age-appropriate and culturally responsive instruction, adults must understand and appreciate the unique strengths and needs of each student and support students' identities. When adults incorporate students' personal experiences and cultural backgrounds and seek their input, they create an inclusive classroom environment where students are partners in the educational process, elevating their own agency. Strong relationships between adults and students can facilitate co-learning, foster student and adult growth, and generate collaborative solutions to shared concerns.
Learn more: CASEL Guide to Effective SEL Programs

Self-Awareness

Self-awareness: The abilities to understand one's own emotions, thoughts, and values and how they influence behavior across contexts. This includes capacities to recognize one's strengths and limitations with a well-grounded sense of confidence and purpose.

Such as:

Integrating personal and social identities

Identifying personal, cultural, and linguistic assets

Identifying one's emotions

Demonstrating honesty and integrity

Linking feelings, values, and thoughts

Examining prejudices and biases

Experiencing self-efficacy

Having a growth mindset

Developing interests and a sense of purpose

Check out this video from PBS Learning Media for more information.

Self-Management

Self-management: The abilities to manage one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors effectively in different situations and to achieve goals and aspirations. This includes the capacities to delay gratification, manage stress, and feel motivation and agency to accomplish personal and collective goals.

Such as:

Managing one's emotions

Identifying and using stress management strategies

Exhibiting self-discipline and self-motivation

Setting personal and collective goals

Using planning and organizational skills

Showing the courage to take initiative

Demonstrating personal and collective agency

Check out this video from PBS Learning Media for more information.

Social Awareness

Social awareness: The abilities to understand the perspectives of and empathize with others, including those from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and contexts. This includes the capacities to feel compassion for others, understand broader historical and social norms for behavior in different settings, and recognize family, school, and community resources and supports.

Such as:

Taking others' perspectives

Recognizing strengths in others

Demonstrating empathy and compassion

Showing concern for the feelings of others

Understanding and expressing gratitude

Identifying diverse social norms, including unjust ones

Recognizing situational demands and opportunities

Understanding the influences of organizations and systems on behavior

Check out this video from PBS Learning Media for more information.

Responsible Decision-Making

Responsible decision-making: The abilities to make caring and constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions across diverse situations. This includes the capacities to consider ethical standards and safety concerns, and to evaluate the benefits and consequences of various actions for personal, social, and collective well-being.

Such as:

Demonstrating curiosity and open-mindedness

Learning how to make a reasoned judgment after analyzing information, data, and facts

Identifying solutions for personal and social problems

Anticipating and evaluating the consequences of one's actions

Recognizing how critical thinking skills are useful both inside and outside of school

Reflecting on one's role to promote personal, family, and community well-being

Evaluating personal, interpersonal, community, and institutional impacts

Check out this video from PBS Learning Media for more information.

Relationship Skills

Relationship skills: The abilities to establish and maintain healthy and supportive relationships and to effectively navigate settings with diverse individuals and groups. This includes the capacities to communicate clearly, listen actively, cooperate, work collaboratively to problem solve and negotiate conflict constructively, navigate settings with differing social and cultural demands and opportunities, provide leadership, and seek or offer help when needed.

Such as:

Communicating effectively

Developing positive relationships

Demonstrating cultural competency

Practicing teamwork and collaborative problem-solving

Resolving conflicts constructively

Resisting negative social pressure

Showing leadership in groups

Seeking or offering support and help when needed

Standing up for the rights of others

Check out this video from PBS Learning Media for more information.

Social & Emotional Learning

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is an integral part of education and human development. SEL is the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and achieve personal and collective goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions.

SEL advances educational equity and excellence through authentic school-family-community partnerships to establish learning environments and experiences that feature trusting and collaborative relationships, rigorous and meaningful curriculum and instruction, and ongoing evaluation. SEL can help address various forms of inequity and empower young people and adults to co-create thriving schools and contribute to safe, healthy, and just communities.

Back to top Back to top Back to top

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Our SEL framework, known to many as the "CASEL wheel," helps cultivate skills and environments that advance students' learning and development.

# data[].attributes.body
Sex ed by teens for teens

# data[].attributes.body
Selena helps educate, encourage, and enhance social emotional learning in K-12 schools.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Social Emotional Learning Enhancement Application Selena helps educate, encourage, and enhance social emotional learning in K-12 schools. Sign up for free

# data[].attributes.body
Are you looking for information about the cost of medical care? You can find it here, relating to STDs as well as how to get care for your partner

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
This customizable infographic highlights statistics for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, as well as the populations most affected by these STDs, consequences when left untreated, and ways to prevent them.

# data[].attributes.headline
Get Help with Physical and Emotional Health

# data[].attributes.subject
Get Help with Physical and Emotional Health

# data[].attributes.body
Support organizations for help with emotional health, behavioral health, crisis, ADHD, eating disorders, learning challenges, and disabilities.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness, for more information contact 732-940-0991, N Brunswick, NJ

# data[].attributes.body
If you are a teen parent in New Jersey, follow this link to learn about the services and resources available to you

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Resources on the NJ Parent Link Teen Moms & Dads web page are tailored to meet the particular needs of teen parents. A "Quick List" is also provided to access additional NJ Parent Link web features.

# data[].attributes.body
Find a volunteer opportunity! Put in your location and available dates and see where you can help your community.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Volunteering with Jersey Cares is easy; once you have registered, choose from hundreds of opportunities on our VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY CALENDAR , participate in an ANNUAL EVENT, start a COLLECTION DRIVE or get your company involved in our CORPORATE SERVICE PROGRAM

# data[].attributes.body
A one-stop shop for all sex and relationship information. Check out this website for inclusive support.

# data[].attributes.headline
NJ Parent Link | Parents with Disabilities and Chronic Health Conditions

# data[].attributes.subject
NJ Parent Link | Parents with Disabilities and Chronic Health Conditions

# data[].attributes.body
Here you'll be able to find out what services and resources are available for parents with disabilities and chronic health conditions

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
NJ State and Federal Guidance Understanding Your Risk Long COVID & Post-COVID Conditions
Caring for Adults, Children & Youth with Post-COVID Conditions

Mental Health Resources for Youth & Young Adults
How to Protect Yourself & Others
Improving Ventilation in Your Home

Other Public Health & Illness Prevention Measures

Hygiene at Home, at School, at the Workplace Everyday Cleaning
Cleaning Your Cell Phone and Other Devices
Personal Hygiene & Illness Prevention

Ventilation & Indoor Air Quality
Ventilation in Your Home

Seasonal Illnesses
Flu (influenza)
NJ DOH Influenza Reports

Common Cold Viruses: Protecting Yourself and Others
Adenoviruses (Year Round Transmission/Personal Risk Factors)

Communicable Disease & Health Topics In the News
CDC Monkeypox (Mpox) FAQs: Schools & Child Care
NJ DOH Mpox & FAQs

State Services & Resources

NJ Division of Disability Services NJ Disability Services & Resources Directory Office of Autism (Division of Developmental Disabilities, DHS)
Autism, A Family Guide to Navigating the NJ Service System for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder & other Developmental Disabilities
(Comprehensive Booklet which includes NJ State,
County, Community & Professional Services & Resources)

NJ County Contacts and Local Links
NJ 211 (Access to Community Resources)
County Welfare Agencies (Boards of Social Services)
NJ Helps (Screening Tool for NJ State Program Eligibility)

NJ Register Ready: Emergency Response Registry for Residents with Disabilites, Access or Funtional Needs

US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

US Department of Justice,
Civil Rights Division, Disabilities Rights

US Department of Health & Human Services,
Civil Rights Division, Persons with Disabilities

Ready.gov for Individuals with Disabilities & Others with Access and Functional Needs

NJ Disability Services & Resources Directory (NJ Department of Human Services)

The Arc of New Jersey
People First New Jersey
Through the Looking Glass

NJ 211 (Search Tool for Local Transportation Services)

New Jersey Travel Independence Program (NJTIP @ Rutgers)
LogistiCare, Non-Emergency Medical Transportation for Medicaid Clients
DHS, Division of Medical Assistance & Health Services, Medical Transportation

Coordination of Services and Family Support Needs

Local Contacts & Assistance

Review the NJ DHS Resource Guide for available services.

Contact the Information & Referral Specialists at the NJ Division of Disabilities.

Use the NJ 211 search engine or phone line (Dial: 211) for additional community resources.

Reach out to your County Office of Disability Services for contacts, general assistance & support.

Reach out to your children's school (teacher, school nurse, principal or student assistance counselor) to connect, provide age appropriate support and counseling as needed.

Reach out to your family's house of worship for support and assistance.

Health Advocacy, Family Support Contacts & Assistance

Review the NJ DHS Resource Guide for available services.

Reach out to disability specific resources & contacts for your health advocacy needs.

Reach out to disability specific resources & contacts for your peer to peer support needs.

Reach out to disability specific resources & contacts for peer support for family members.

Reach out to your Health Care Provider to speak with a social worker/case manager to assist you with your medical, rehabilitation, home care, family and social service needs.

NJ Office of Faith Based Initiatives US Department of Health & Human Services,
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Patient Centered Medical Home Resource Center

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.keywords[]
parents with disabilities & chronic health challenges

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
NJ Parent Link|Parents with Disabilities & Chronic Health Challenges

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Parents with Disabilities & Chronic Health Challenges

# data[].attributes.body
Just for women and LGBTQIA teens! All the health information and community you could need.

# data[].attributes.body
First time parents can find recorded classes and daily activities to track their child's develeopmental milesteones by clicking on this link

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
BabySparks - Development Activities and Milestones

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
An innovative program that supports early development through meaningful play. With over 1,300 video-based activities and developmental milestones.

# data[].attributes.body
Anonymous NJ helpline. Call for help with all topics including sex, & sexuality, cyberbullying, & mental health.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
During this time 2NDFLOOR is experiencing above normal wait times and volume. We want to hear from you. Please be patient and remember the line is also open to text 24/7 at 1-888-222-2228. If this is an emergency please call 911 or your local police.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
During this time 2NDFLOOR is experiencing above normal wait times and volume. We want to hear from you. Please be patient and remember the line is also open to text 24/7 at 1-888-222-2228. If this is an emergency please call 911 or your local police.

# data[].attributes.body
Are you pregnant and looking for support? Click this link to see options, resources, services, and support for you

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
As a pregnant teen, you need the right info on pregnancy tests, how to break the news, your options and all resources to help you.

# data[].attributes.body
Various resources for victims of dating violence, as well as for perpetrators of dating violence, offer information on prevention, intervention, and advocacy efforts.

# data[].attributes.body
If you have substance and addiction issues and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities, contact PerformCare for behavioral and emotional health services.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
What services does PerformCare provide?
The Department of Children and Families contracts with PerformCare through the Children's System of Care to provide behavioral and emotional health services, resources for children and youth (under the age of 21) with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use and addiction treatment. These services vary depending on agency and level of need.

Youth residing in New Jersey under the age of 21 are eligible for services through How is eligibility determined?
PerformCare.

How to access PerformCare services?
To connect to behavioral health services call 1-877-652-7624, or access resources by going to the PerformCare website.

Consent from the Legal Guardian is required for PerformCare to register a youth and authorize services.

A youth 18 or older can contact PerformCare and request services for themselves. Services can only be authorized with consent from the Legal Guardian.

# data[].attributes.body
Just for men! An inclusive location to find all the male based health information you might need.

# data[].attributes.body
This is a movement looking to end gender and sexual violence, click to learn more about how to get involved

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC) is supporting NMNW's global work with funds from the President's Emergency Plan for HIV/AIDS Relief ( PEPFAR). Funding from CDC and PEPFAR contributes to NMNW's mission to end sexual violence against women and children, and specifically assists with strengthening organizational capacity, scaling up global activities and supporting No Means No programming in Uganda, South Africa, Nigeria, and Ethiopia.

# data[].attributes.body
A peer-run group of teens volunteering and fundraising for local charities and organizations. Great way to get involved and give back to the community (2.1.12.CHSS.7)

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
A Charity Helping Teens,
Run By Teens

What Do We Do?

Teens for Teens works to support struggling teenagers in New Jersey by volunteering and fundraising for local existing organizations.

Our
Tea m

Interested in Joining?

Support
Us

Find out who's on the Teens for Teens team and get to know us!

Are you as inspired as we are and would love to help us make a difference?

Stay connected with Teens for Teens and keep up with what we're doing!

Our Philosophy

Teens for Teens is a group of high school students whose mission is to help less fortunate teens in the state of New Jersey.​

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
A Charity Helping Teens, Run By Teens What Do We Do? Teens for Teens works to support struggling teenagers in New Jersey by volunteering and fundraising for local existing organizations. Our Tea m Interested in Joining? Support Us Find out who's on the Teens for Teens team and get to know us!

# data[].attributes.body
Respect Effect was developed in partnership with teens and focuses on building the skills young people need to keep themselves safe, to promote positivity and respect (online and off!), and to create and sustain healthy relationships.

# data[].attributes.body
This program strives to ensure each student will receive a high school diploma from their local high school or return to their home school districts to complete their education. Students do not leave the program until a support system is in place for them at home or in the community.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Project TEACH (Teen Education and Child Health) is an alternative, year-round education program for pregnant or parenting teens. The program meets the unique needs of students who benefit from a small academic setting. The healing-centered approach addresses students’ social and emotional needs while they pursue their academic studies.

# data[].attributes.body
This site contains a comprehensive directory of trusted (and verified) abortion service providers and assistance resources and can help you understand your reproductive rights.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Where Can I Get an Abortion? | U.S. Abortion Clinic Locator

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Quickly search the largest directory of trusted abortion providers in the U.S. Updated weekly.

# data[].attributes.body
Local (NJ/NYC) foundation offering financial support, community, scholarships, education programs etc for families with children facing cancer, sickle cell and other serious health challenges

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Embrace Kids Foundation exists to lighten the burden, maintain normalcy and improve the quality of life for families whose children are facing cancer, sickle cell and other serious health challenges. Embrace Kids addresses the spiritual, emotional and financial needs of patient families in the New Jersey/New York City metropolitan area.

# data[].attributes.body
Amaze combines cartoons and information about your body and relationships. Watch these fun, free, and informative videos for answers to your questions.

# data[].attributes.body
Addresses eight different hormones and discusses their usual purposes in the body and what problems can occasionally arise from excessive, deficient, or unbalanced levels of various hormones.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Abstract submissions for ENDO 2024 are now open! Taking place in person in Boston, MA, June 1-4, there is no better place to share your research than ENDO. Submitting an abstract earns media coverage for your work, connects you with scientific investigators with similar interests, and helps drive patient care for the people that need us most. All accepted abstracts will be published in a supplement to our Open Access publication, Journal of the Endocrine Society (JES), assigned a DOI, and indexed in PubMed and PubMed Central. Submit yours today.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Endocrine Society is a global community of 18,000-plus endocrine investigators and clinicians more than 100 countries. Members focus on improving patient care, advancing research, shaping effective policy, and ensuring the future of endocrinology.

# data[].attributes.headline
Why Didn't They Teach Me This In School? (non-fiction book)

# data[].attributes.subject
Why Didn't They Teach Me This In School? (non-fiction book)

# data[].attributes.body
All about the $Money$ Get help with managing your money to build your best life.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Why Didn’t They Teach Me This in School?

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Read 214 reviews from the world’s largest community for readers. Why Didn’t They Teach Me This in School? 99 Personal Money Management Principles to Live B…

# data[].attributes.body
Resources for pregnant teens or teens with families, including food assistance and medicaid.

# data[].attributes.body
Want to play a game? This one is a mobile game that simulates the various tasks of a new mother

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
‎Mom Simulator is all about real life experience of a mother's life. Take care of your baby, home and yourself. Complete every task life an actual mother. Your life isn't going to be easy. You have to everything to raise your baby including; - Make milk and feed your baby.

# data[].attributes.body
Everything you need to know, from birth control to healthy relationships, identity, and more.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Everything you need to know, from birth control to healthy relationships, identity, and more.

For Teens

Questions about sex, your body, or relationships? We've got you. Here's your ultimate guide to getting through high school and beyond.

Learn More

For Parents

From talking about sex and relationships to online bullying to supporting your LGBT kid: how to guide your children into making healthy decisions.

Learn More

Many STDs are no big deal, and can be treated easily. But sometimes STDs can be dangerous. Luckily, it's easy to get tested. Here's how you can prevent getting or passing on an STD. Take the first step to a healthier, safer sex life.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Sexual Health Topics | Get the Facts about Sexual Health

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Planned Parenthood provides information and services concerning sexual and reproductive health as well as offering testing and treatment for STDs.

# data[].attributes.body
Another game, this time with a board instead of a screen! This one is all about periods. Pick a card and get started!

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Pads! Tampons! Menstrual cups! It's time to learn about periods with this fun, award-winning board game.

# data[].attributes.body
Have you ever wanted a guide to becoming an adult? New Jersey's Department of Children and Families published this checklist. It is intended to help teens identify if they are prepared for becoming an adult.

# data[].attributes.body
An in-depth look at birth control and other sexual health issues.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Welcome to the free birth control support network. Find a doctor, find a birth control method, find a happier you in bed.

# data[].attributes.body
Comprehensive wellness resources for teens including body image, sexuality, mental health and more.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
All Guides: Teen Health Resources: Start

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Resource guide for Alaska teens and the adults in their lives.

# data[].attributes.body
Resources and community for survivors of sexual violence.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
stop carousel play carousel

As a global, and survivor-led, movement against sexual violence, we are dedicated to creating pathways for healing, justice, action and leadership. If your life was forever changed by sexual violence, you are not alone. Wherever you are in your healing journey, we are here to help.

Discover resources that can help

Begin

READ OUR FRAMEWORK

JOIN THE LEAGUE TODAY!

stop carousel play carousel

HEALING

Survivor's Sanctuary

Be in control of your healing journey with 36 different self-guided digital lessons between 5 to 25 minutes in length. In the Survivor's Sanctuary, you can access modules created by Black, Indigenous, and Brown practitioners that explore creating affirmation practices, breathing exercises, and compassionate self-touch.

Visit the Sanctuary

Healing Resource Library

Get quick access to our database of resources and services specially curated for survivors based on experience, need, and community.

Explore

Healing Toolkits

Discover skills that are critical to the healing process, created by advocates, organizers, wellness circle facilitators, and journalists with survivors in mind and heart.

View Toolkits

Be in the Know

Keep track of 'me too.' in the news, press releases, download our media kit, and more.

GET THE LATEST

Join the Movement

Support survivors and end sexual violence.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
If you're asking yourself: How do I heal from sexual violence? Who do I turn to in a crisis? How can I support survivors? You're not alone. We can help you.

# data[].attributes.body
A worksheet divided into sections on physical, social, emotional, spiritual, and professional self care with a ranking system. Includes prompts for scheduling and attending preventative care medical appts, learning something new, participating in hobbies, etc.

# data[].attributes.body
A former college football player whose career was ended by an injury that paralyzed his right arm, Johnson is a motivational speaker who talks about perseverance.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
For over a decade, executives, professional sports teams, business owners and people all over have benefited from the raw energy of his thought provoking and inspirational presentations. Whether the topic is leadership, teamwork, excelling in the midst of adversity, embracing change, mental agility or perseverance, Inky's message is effective and efficient.

Join Inky Johnson for an insightful dialogue about the occurrence and development of events in one's life that happen by chance in a happy or beneficial way.

Inky Johnson has been one of the best motivational speakers for our associates and we have had him speak multiple times. His testimony has inspired our teams to embrace the challenges in our business and keep going when times get difficult. Inky has become a dear friend of mine and he encourages me on a daily basis.

Co-Founder, Chairman, CEO of Altar'd State

The one thing we all have in common is that we will encounter adversity heart isn't , my mind isn't , my dedication isn't , my work ethic isn't , my commitment isn't ."

SOME OF INKY'S CLIENTS INCLUDE:

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Inky Johnson. Be Inspired | Motivational Speaker | Atlanta, GA

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Whether the topic is leadership, teamwork, or perseverance, Inky Johnson inspires his audiences to embrace the challenges of life.

# data[].attributes.body
Follow @birthcontrol on Instagram, an account that was created to empower women and promote sexual health

# data[].attributes.body
Guide to the necessity of certain vaccines, as most healthcare for teens can be "preventative." Alongside this link, your library could perhaps provide links to local pharmacies or other places that offer free vaccines.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Why Are Vaccines Important?

Measles, mumps, and whooping cough may seem like quaint old illnesses confined to 19th century novels. But more and more teens are being exposed to them, especially in schools and on college campuses where large numbers of people are together in close quarters.

Diseases like measles, which were on their way out in the United States, are making a comeback as they are brought in from other countries by travelers. These diseases wouldn't spread as quickly - or be as serious - if people were immunized against them. But many teens aren't.

It's not your fault if you don't have all the immunizations (vaccinations) you need. Shots that doctors recommend today may not have been required when you were younger. So you may not have had them.

Some vaccines (like the HPV vaccine) are given as a series of shots, not just one single dose. Some people may have missed getting all the required shots. Not getting a full course of a vaccine leaves a person unprotected and still at risk for getting a disease. Other vaccinations require a booster shot every few years to ensure that the level of immunity remains high.

Why Do I Need Shots?

Missing a shot may not seem like a bad thing - nobody wakes up in the morning thinking they'd love to go out and get a jab in the arm. But there are good reasons to get shots:

One little "ouch" moment protects you from some major health problems. For example, older teens and adults who get diseases like mumps may be at risk for side effects of the illness, such as infertility (the inability to have children).

Vaccinations are about protecting you in the future, not just as a kid. Many of the diseases that we are vaccinated against when we're kids - like hepatitis B or tetanus - actually affect more adults than kids. Plus, anyone can get "kid diseases" like chickenpox, and they can be far more dangerous to teens and adults than they are to little kids.

Shots could even save your life. Hepatitis B attacks the liver and can eventually kill. The HPV vaccine can protect against several types of cancer. And scientists are constantly working on new vaccines against deadly diseases like HIV.

Which Vaccines Do I Need?

So which vaccines should you be getting? Doctors now recommend that teens are vaccinated against the following diseases:

You can still get a shot if you've missed it. If you've missed some shots in a series of vaccines, you don't need to get the whole series again - you can simply pick up where you left off.

Some people may need more vaccines than the ones listed above. For example, people with diseases that affect their immune system (like diabetes, HIV infection, or cancer) should get a pneumococcal vaccine. People who live in areas where dengue is common need a dengue vaccine after they've had dengue fever. People who travel abroad may need to get special immunizations, depending on which country they'll be in. Since vaccines can take a while to start working, ask your doctor well in advance which immunizations you'll need. If you're pregnant, ask your doctor if there are any vaccines you should get.

How Do I Find Out If I've Had the Right Vaccinations?

Ask a parent to contact your pediatrician or family doctor so he or she can check your health records.

If you've already had a disease like chickenpox, you won't need the vaccine. And if it turns out you missed one or more of the required immunizations, you can still get them from your doctor - it's never too late. After getting a vaccination, it generally takes 10 days to 2 weeks for the body to build up immunity to a disease.

Once you have a certificate from your doctor that you've had all your shots, keep it filed away so you can find it easily later. If you plan to go to college, you will need to show proof that you've had a condition or been immunized. Some jobs also require proof of immunization - for example, if you are working or volunteering in a hospital.

Because some teens may have missed getting certain shots, this is one of those times when you need to take charge of your health: Bring up the subject of immunization when you see your doctor and ask if you've had all the recommended vaccinations (not easy, we know - but necessary!).

Are Vaccines Safe?

Like any medicine, vaccines may cause side effects, but receiving one is far safer than getting the disease it prevents. The most common reactions include soreness, redness, and swelling in the area of the shot or a low-grade fever. Usually acetaminophen or ibuprofen will take care of these side effects.

It's rare to have any kind of bad reaction to a vaccine. If you've had reactions to vaccines in the past, let your doctor know. Before getting a vaccine, discuss any concerns that you have about it with your doctor.

Who Should Not Be Vaccinated?

People who have a weakened immune system (from AIDS or certain cancers, for example) need to talk to their doctors before getting vaccinated. This is also true for those who receive treatments like chemotherapy or who take medication that can weaken the immune system. Girls who are pregnant can benefit from some immunizations (like the Tdap or flu shot) but should talk to a doctor or health clinic before getting vaccinated.

People with certain allergies may not be able to get some vaccines. For example, people who have severe allergies to gelatin or the antibiotic neomycin should be careful with the MMR and varicella vaccines. And if you're extremely allergic to baker's yeast, which is used to make bread, you should not get a hepatitis B vaccine. If you have allergies, talk to your doctor to see if any vaccine should be avoided.

Still Dreading That Shot?

We usually think of vaccines as shots, but not all vaccines are given that way. Some are given orally (by mouth) or in other forms like nasal sprays.

But it's impossible to escape the fact that some immunizations are just best given as shots. And it's completely normal to feel nervous about them. If you're one of the many people who dread shots, you can try a few techniques to make shots easier, like taking calming breaths and even coughing as the needle goes in.

The good news is that the shot itself only lasts for a second, but you'll be protected for a long, long time after that!

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.keywords[]
what vaccinations do i need for college?

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Missing out on shots puts you at more serious risk than you might think. That one little "ouch" moment protects you from some major health problems.

# data[].attributes.body
@teenhealth101

The teen-led Instagram community for podcasts, magazines, and more on teen health. You can also visit the website, https://www.teenhealth101.org/, for additional information.

# data[].attributes.body
teenhealthandwellness.com

A one-stop resource covering topics spanning disease, drugs, nutrition, LGBTQ issues, & green living.

# data[].attributes.body
The Trevor Project

24/7 Suicide Hotline and resources for teenage LGBTQ people.

# data[].attributes.body
@givingthetalk empowers all ages, genders & identities with compassionate and medically accurate sex education free of stigma & shame.

# data[].attributes.body
@talkyounevergot takes the mystery out of sex education and explores all topics of sexuality.

# data[].attributes.body
@drjenniferlincoln is an OB/GYN and medical author who provides helpful and informative information on sex education.

# data[].attributes.body
@sexedu is a college student destigmatizing sex education

# data[].attributes.body
Helpful list of youth resources in NJ for mental health and disabilities.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness, for more information contact 732-940-0991, N Brunswick, NJ

# data[].attributes.body
While not a local resource, the Check-In Project provides valuable resources to help eliminate the stigma around mental illness by providing the tools and resources needed to check-in with one another, start conversations, and provide support.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
You are a trusted resource for your child when they have questions about life and the changes they experience as they get older. Here you'll find information on mental health conditions, risk factors and warning signs of mental illness, and practical ways you can help support your child's mental health and well-being. It all begins with a conversation.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
You are a trusted resource for your child when they have questions about life and the changes they experience as they get older. Here you'll find information on mental health conditions, risk factors and warning signs of mental illness, and practical ways you can help support your child's mental health and well-being.

# data[].attributes.body
Young people speaking about and fighting for reproduction rights and sexual health.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Sign up for updates and support sexual equality for youth:

By including your phone number, you are opting-in to receive recurring advocacy text messages from Advocates for Youth. Please see our Terms & Conditions and our Privacy Policy. Text STOP to opt-out, HELP for more info. No purchase necessary. Message & Data Rates May Apply.

Join the movement of young people working to protect our health and lives

Get Started

We'll give you the tools you need to organize in your community.

Donate Now

Support youth activists working for reproductive and sexual health and rights.

Act Out!

A national network of young people fighting back against LGBTQ attacks

Youth Abortion Support Collective (YouthASC)

Too many already face barriers to abortion care, including restrictions, travel, and cost. We all need to become experts on how to get an abortion and how to connect other folks to abortion care.

The Condom Collective

Condom Collective members care about access to quality condoms on their campuses. Each year, they've given out 1 million+ Trojan™ Condoms on college campuses across the United States.

Sexual Violence

Know Your IX

Know Your IX is a survivor- and youth-led project that aims to empower students to end sexual and dating violence in their schools.

National Youth HIV & AIDS Day

National Youth HIV & AIDS Awareness Day (NYHAAD), annually on April 10th, is a day to educate the public about the impact of HIV and AIDS on young people. The day also highlights the HIV prevention, t

Honest Sex Education

AMAZE

AMAZE takes the awkward out of sex ed. Real info in fun, animated videos that give young people all the answers they actually want to know about sex, their bodies and relationships.

Featured Youth Activists

Beau fights to #FreeThePill

"The reality is that inequalities have always existed and remain in our healthcare system, affecting our ability to access essential care like birth control.

-

Rights, Respect, Responsibility: A K-12 Sex Education Curriculum

Rights, Respect, Responsibility fully meets the National Sexuality Education Standards. The curriculum seeks to address both the functional knowledge related to sexuality and the specific skills necessary to adopt healthy behaviors.

Young Parents' Advocacy Toolkit

This guide is designed for you, the young parent who wants to organize in your community for change. It contains tips and tools gathered from other young parents across the U.S. who are working on issues that matter to them.

Youth Activist Toolkit

The new Youth Activist Toolkit was developed with youth writers and activists to be a detailed guide to help young people develop a plan, organize a coalition, and define and implement strategies to achieve measurable social impact goals.

Future of Sex Education: National Sex Education Standards (Second Edition)

The Latest

Statement on 2023 School Board Election Outcomes Across the Country

Media, Statement / November 08, 2023

Celebrating the Win for Abortion Rights in Ohio

Media, Statement / November 08, 2023

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Advocates for Youth works alongside thousands of young people here in the U.S. and around the globe as they fight for sexual health, rights and justice.

# data[].attributes.headline
Planned Parenthood- A Resource for HS Parents

# data[].attributes.subject
Planned Parenthood- A Resource for HS Parents

# data[].attributes.body
Helpful information for parents on how to talk to teens about their bodies, relationships, sex education, and more.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Most teens say their parents are their biggest influence when it comes to making decisions about sex. You don't need to have all the answers, you just need to be there for them. You can help them stay safe in real life and online, and you can help them learn the skills they need to deal with bullying and peer pressure. Make sure your teen knows the real facts about things like sex, pregnancy, STDs, consent, and the responsibilities that go along with relationships.

Was this page helpful?

Help us improve - how could this information be more helpful?

How did this information help you?

You're the best! Thanks for your feedback.

Thanks for your feedback.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Talking with your High Schooler: A Resource for Parents

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
High school is a time for teens to make decisions about sex & relationships. Parents are biggest influence so help your child make the right one.

# data[].attributes.headline
Webinar on Resources for Anxiety and Depression in Children and Youth

# data[].attributes.subject
Webinar on Resources for Anxiety and Depression in Children and Youth

# data[].attributes.body
A webinar full of resources on anxiety and depression in youth.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.authors[].name
Administration for Children and Families (ACF)

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Family and Caregiver Access to Resources on Anxiety and Depression in Children and Youth

# data[].attributes.body
A resource for parents and caregivers on talking to youth about mental illness.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Talking to children about mental illness can be an opportunity for parents and caregivers to provide their children with information, support, and guidance. Mental illness in children can be hard for parents and caregivers to identify. As a result, many children who could benefit from treatment don't get the help they need. It's important to know what to watch for and how to get help.

If you have questions or comments, you can contact ACF and SAMHSA at ParentCaregiverTraining@samhsa.hhs.gov.

SAMHSA Resources

Early Childhood Mental Health Programs - SAMHSA funds these programs that promote and support the health and wellness of young children and their families.

MentalHealth.gov - Provides users with information on a variety of mental health issues, including potential signs of mental illness, ways to seek help for mental health challenges, and videos that feature individual stories of mental illness, hope, and recovery.

National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative (NCTSI) - SAMHSA's NCTSI improves treatment and services for children, adolescents, and families who have experienced traumatic events.

School and Campus Health - SAMHSA supports efforts to promote mental health and substance use prevention in schools and on campuses and to provide safe learning environments.

"Talk. They Hear You."® Campaign - SAMHSA's national substance use prevention campaign helps parents and caregivers, educators, and community members get informed, be prepared, and take action.

Federal Resources

ACF & Behavioral Health - ACF is a division of the Department of Health & Human Services that promotes the economic and social well-being of families, children, individuals and communities. The ACF behavioral health webpage includes a section specifically for parents and caregivers.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - From birth to 5 years, your child should reach milestones in how he plays, learns, speaks, acts and moves. Track your child's development and act early if you have a concern.

CDC - Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) - Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can have a tremendous impact on future violence victimization and perpetration, and lifelong health and opportunity. CDC works to understand ACEs and prevent them.

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) - The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) offers authoritative information about mental disorders, a range of related topics, and the latest mental health research.

Webinars

Family and Caregiver Access to Resources on Anxiety and Depression in Children and Youth Webinar

On July 19, 2023, ACF and SAMHSA hosted an educational training for parents and caregivers to provide practical information about anxiety and depression in children and adolescents. The training features practical information and resources to support parents and caregivers.
Presenter contacts:
Tecoria Jones
Parent and Caregiver Advocate
tecoriaajones@gmail.com

Kris Locus (they/she)
TAY Coordinator for On Our Own MD
krisl@onourownmd.org
Family and Caregiver Access to Resources on Anxiety and Depression in Children and Youth presentation (PDF | 1.4 MB)
Embrace, Encourage, & Engage: Family and Caregiver Access to Child and Youth Mental Health Resources Webinar

On March 22, 2023, the ACF and SAMHSA resources training (1 hour, 18 minutes) provided parents and caregivers with tools and skills to support their children.
Embrace, Encourage, & Engage: Family & Caregiver Access to Child & Youth Mental Health Resources presentation (PDF | 3.5 KB)

Additional Resources

American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry - AACAP Resource Centers empower consumers through patient education. Each AACAP Resource Center contains consumer-friendly definitions, answers to frequently asked questions, clinical resources, expert videos, and abstracts from the JAACAP, Scientific Proceedings and Facts for Families relevant to each disorder.

American Psychiatric Association - The premier psychiatric organization that advances mental health as part of general health and well-being.

Child Mind Institute - Find information to help you support children who are struggling with mental health, behavior or learning challenges.

Mental Health America - Programs and initiatives fulfill its mission of promoting mental health and preventing mental illness through advocacy, education, research and services.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - NAMI provides advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.

National Center for Transgender Equality - Advocates to change policies and society to increase understanding and acceptance of transgender people. In the nation's capital and throughout the country, NCTE works to replace disrespect, discrimination, and violence with empathy, opportunity, and justice.

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) - The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) raises the standard of care and increase access to services for children and families who experience or witness traumatic events. This unique network of frontline providers, family members, researchers, and national partners is committed to changing the course of children's lives by improving their care and moving scientific gains quickly into practice across the U.S.

National Federation of Families - The National Federation works to develop and implement policies, legislation, funding mechanisms, and service systems that utilize the strengths of families. Its emphasis on advocacy offers families a voice in the formation of national policy, services and supports for their children with mental health needs and substance use challenges across the lifespan.

Trans Lifeline - Connects trans people to the community support and resources they need to survive and thrive.

Trans Student Educational Resources - A youth-led organization dedicated to transforming the educational environment for trans and gender non-conforming students through advocacy and empowerment. Founded in 2011, it is the only national organization led by trans youth.

Trauma & Grief Center Virtual Learning Library - Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute - The Trauma and Grief (TAG) Center's Virtual Learning Library offers free webinars and resources focusing on childhood trauma and grief to key audiences: parents and caregivers, mental health clinicians, educators, health care providers, law enforcement, and other professionals working with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma and loss.

YOUTH M.O.V.E. - A youth led national organization that works as a diverse collective to unite the voices and causes of youth while raising awareness around youth issues. We will advocate for youth rights and voice in mental health and the other systems that serve them, for the purpose of empowering youth to be equal partners in the process of change. Includes many resources and opportunities for involvement.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Talking to children about mental illness can be an opportunity for parents and caregivers to provide their children with information, support, and guidance. Mental illness in children can be hard for parents and caregivers to identify. As a result, many children who could benefit from treatment don't get the help they need.

# data[].attributes.body
This national initiative partners with young people to raise awareness and bring educational resources to communities to address dating violence, unhealthy relationships, and digital abuse.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
About That’s Not Cool Programs | That’s Not Cool

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Learn about That’s Not Cool programs, and about how That’s Not Cool is engaging teens and young adults to stop digital abuse!

# data[].attributes.headline
Health & Physical Education Standards for NJ

# data[].attributes.subject
Health & Physical Education Standards for NJ

# data[].attributes.body
High school health and physical education standards for the state of NJ.