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dmoz Teen Life Directory
Directory of websites that focus on the needs and interests of adolescents. Topics include health, religion, teen issues, education, fashion, and creative expression. Links have been approved by dmoz editors as appropriate for teens 18 and under, and also includes links in multiple languages.
Internet Public Library TeenSpace
Another directory of websites for adolescents. Links include serious issues as well as links for entertainment.
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Drugs & Alcohol
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Freevibe
Sponsored by the National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign, this website offers facts about different drugs and alcohol. It also has an interactive component that allows teens to discuss their concerns about drug use.
Partership for the Drug Free America
This comprehensive website has information about different drugs and alcohol as well as current events related to these topics. There are sections for both parents and teens about drug and alcohol abuse and a large section on prevention and treatment.
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Hotlines
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Hotlines
and Help Services - Santa Clara County
List of local and national numbers teens can call when they need
help with a variety of urgent problems.
San
José City Kids - Hotlines
Another list of local and national numbers teens can call when
they need help with a variety of urgent problems.
Suicide
& Crisis Hotlines - call 1-800-784-2433 (24/7)
When you feel you can't go on, call. Let someone know your pain.
Local
hotlines for California.
Teen
Line - In California, call 1-800-TLC-TEEN, 6-10PM
Other teens who can listen to your problems.
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Laws and Crime
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Student's Guide to Police Practices
Your rights and responsibilities when interacting with the police, plus info on many social issues teens face.
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Self-Help
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Counseling
Virtual Pamphlet Collection
Summaries, fact sheets, check lists, and how-to lists for understanding
and coping with a wide range of problems - from emotional, mental
and sexual difficulties to tips on how to study and deal with
stress.
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Sex & Health
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Girls Health
Reliable, current health information for girls, ages 10-16. Covers
puberty, exercise, stress, nutrition, substance abuse and more.
Provides positive motivation for choosing healthy behaviors.
Advocates for Youth
Activist group that helps young people make informed and responsible decisions about their reproductive and sexual health. Resources available for youth, parents, and educators.
Go
Ask Alice
Straight-forward questions and answers about sex, health and relationships.
Search
the Q&As or ask
your own question.
Teen
Wire
Sexuality and relationship information from Planned Parenthood.
En
Español.
TeensHealth
Great guide to staying healthy. Learn all about how your body
and mind work! Includes information on hygiene, diseases, common
illnesses, nutrition, and even recipes for those with special
diets due to medical conditions.
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This page last updated February 12, 2009 by the
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