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Teenagers' Health
 Websites presented in alphabetical order 4 Girls Health 
 This site for adolescent girls offers basic information about puberty, fitness, mental health, nutrition, healthy relationships, safety, and substance abuse prevention. Includes sections for parents and caregivers and for teens with chronic illnesses or disabilities. From the Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.girlshealth.gov/ Topics: Drugs, Health, Senior Health, Women, Women's Health Last updated Jul 9, 2009 4H Center for Youth Development: Monograph (Focus)
"A series of in-depth, research-based papers on relevant youth development issues." Topics include "Adolescents and Driving: Factors Influencing Behavior," "Disordered Eating Patterns Among Adolescents," and "Youth Violence." From the 4-H Center for Youth Development (CYD), a research center located on the campus of the University of California, Davis, devoted to studying "youth development in the contexts of family and community." http://cyd.ucdavis.edu/publications/monograph.html Topics: Education, Families, Health Last updated Jan 5, 2007 Adolescent Health
Fact sheets, data, and other material about adolescent health topics such as injuries, alcohol and drug use, sexual behaviors, nutrition and obesity, skin cancer, and youth violence. Includes background on the National Initiative to Improve Adolescent Health by the Year 2010, and links to related websites. From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). http://www.cdc.gov/HealthyYouth/az/ Topics: Health Last updated Dec 4, 2007 Advocates for Youth
This organization "is dedicated to creating programs and advocating for policies that help young people make informed and responsible decisions about their reproductive and sexual health." The site features information about topics and issues (abstinence, dating violence, emergency contraception, HIV, and more), selected publications, information about programs in the United States and in developing countries, lesson plans, and links to related information. Searchable. Some material also in Spanish and French. http://www.advocatesforyouth.org Topics: Families, Health, Health, Lesson Plans, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Society & Social Science, Women's Health Last updated Jun 21, 2005 AMA: Adolescent Health
Fact sheets, publications, and other resources about health concerns affecting adolescents. Topics include injury prevention, violence and bullying, nutrition and physical fitness, mental health, and teen pregnancy. Newsletter articles are only available to members, but the other publications and resources are available for free download. Includes links to related websites. From the American Medical Association (AMA). http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/physician-resources/public-health/promoting-healthy-lifestyles/adolescent-health.shtml Topics: Health Last updated Aug 31, 2009 The AWARE Foundation
"The mission of the Adolescent Wellness and Reproductive Education Foundation (AWARE) is to educate and empower adolescents to make responsible decisions regarding their wellness, sexuality and reproductive health." This site features articles and news, video clips, health questions and answers, emergency hotline listings, and other resources for parents and teens. Some material available in Spanish. http://www.awarefoundation.org/ Topics: Health, Health, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Feb 22, 2004 Body Image
This annotated list of fiction and nonfiction books for middle and high school students focuses on themes related to body image, such as weight, body shape and size, eating disorders, food addiction, physical deformities, skin conditions, piercing and tattoos, and self-acceptance. Includes titles for and about both girls and boys. Compiled by library media teacher Mary R. Hofmann. From School Library Journal. http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/article/CA6277819.html Topics: Health, Women, Women's Health Last updated May 1, 2006 The Center for Young Women's Health
Boston Children's Hospital offers "health information, clinical care, and a variety of programs and services designed to educate and empower girls and young women ages 12-22" in both English and Spanish. It covers cancer, sexuality, eating disorders and nutrition, gynecology, smoking, and scoliosis. It also offers information about mental health and a guide to lesbian health. Searchable. http://www.youngwomenshealth.org/ Topics: Health, Health, Women, Women's Health Last updated Jun 15, 2005 HHS for Kids
Gateway to a variety of sites for children, teens, parents, and teachers on health, safety, and related science topics. Includes links to material about food safety, children and smoking, drug abuse, girl's health, helmet use, bullying, rabies, safety for working teens, and "Yorick" the bionic skeleton (demonstrating replacement parts for injured organs). From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). http://www.hhs.gov/kids/ Topics: Health Last updated Jun 20, 2007 Kidnetic.com
Material about food and fitness for children. Features indoor and outdoor games and activities, recipes for nutritious foods, and an interactive diagram of the human body and associated fact sheets about healthy eating and exercise. Fact sheet topics include weight concerns, the 10,000 step per day challenge, going vegetarian, and fitting in fast food favorites. Also includes material for parents in English and Spanish. From the International Food Information Council (IFIC) Foundation. http://www.kidnetic.com Topics: Health, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated May 29, 2007 KidsHealth
Excellent, searchable information on young people's health for parents, children, and teens. Topics for parents include First Aid & Safety (including product safety, what to have on hand, and what to do in emergencies), Growth & Development (by age and topic), Hot Topics , and Infections (immunizations and home treatment). For teenagers, topics include emotional and sexual health, food and fitness, and staying safe. For children there's how the body works, Dealing with Feelings , growing up, being safe, games, and answers questions such as why eating ice cream can give you a headache and what earwax is. http://kidshealth.org/ Topics: Health, Health Last updated Apr 11, 2002 KidsHealth: Acne
This article written for teenagers describes acne, a "skin condition that shows up as different types of bumps." Discusses different types of acne, why so many young people get acne, how to avoid getting acne, and how to treat it. From KidsHealth.org, a project of the Nemours Foundation. http://kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/skin/acne.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Health Last updated Aug 28, 2008 MedlinePlus: Teenage Pregnancy
Links to websites about teenage pregnancy, focusing on the health aspects and guidance for pregnant teens and their parents. Includes overviews, news, journal articles, statistics, and other resources. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/teenagepregnancy.html Topics: Families, Health, Reproductive and Sexual Health Last updated Sep 10, 2008 Monitoring the Future: A Continuing Study of American Youth
This website constitutes "an ongoing study of the behaviors, attitudes, and values of American secondary school students, college students, and young adults." In addition to background about the study, the site contains survey results and related publications, most focusing on drug use and trends. Conducted at the Survey Research Center in the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan, and funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health. http://www.monitoringthefuture.org Topics: Drugs, Health, Statistics Last updated Jun 4, 2007 National Adolescent Health Information Center (NAHIC): Publications & Projects
A browsable and searchable collection of publications concerning adolescent health and health care. Includes briefs and facts sheets on a variety of topics. From the National Adolescent Health Information Center (NAHIC), University of California, San Francisco. http://nahic.ucsf.edu/index.php/publications/ Topics: Death & Dying, Diseases & Conditions, Health, Health, Reproductive and Sexual Health Last updated Mar 13, 2005 National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
The institute "conducts and supports research on topics related to the health of children, adults, families, and populations." The site features an alphabetical listing of health and human development topics, an overview of NICHD research, news, links to health education campaigns, information about research funding opportunities, publications, and related material. The NICHD is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nichd.nih.gov/ Topics: Health Last updated Sep 30, 2009 Program for the Study of Entertainment Media and Health
Fact sheets and research reports "concerning the relationship between entertainment media and health, with a special focus on children and media." Some of the topics explored in the publications include TV violence, sex on TV, the role of the media in childhood obesity, children and video games, health policy issues in popular culture, and entertainment education and health. Publications go back to 1994. From the Kaiser Family Foundation. http://www.kff.org/about/entmediastudies.cfm Topics: Health, Media Last updated Jul 17, 2006 Sex, etc.
A teen-produced website with information on a broad range of sexuality issues. Topics include love, sex, abstinence, contraception, gender identification and sexual orientation, AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), drugs and drinking, and violence. Features include live chats with experts, state laws affecting teens' rights, and a glossary. From the Network for Family Life Education (NFLE), a nonprofit organization at Rutgers University. http://www.sexetc.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Families, Health, Health, Infectious Diseases, Society & Social Science, Women's Health Last updated Feb 17, 2007 Staying Alive
"Growing from the tradition of annual documentaries, Staying Alive is expanding to include a multi-tiered campaign to promote awareness about and prevention of HIV/AIDS in the international youth community." The site has video clips of interviews and public service announcements, AIDS and HIV medical information, and details of World AIDS Day broadcasts. Much of the site is also available in several other languages. http://www.staying-alive.org/en Topics: Education, Health, Holidays and Observances Individually, Infectious Diseases, Women's Health Last updated Jan 2, 2009 Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD)
The mission of SADD (formally Students Against Drunk Driving) is "to provide students with the best prevention and intervention tools possible to deal with the issues of underage drinking, other drug use, impaired driving, and other destructive decisions." The site offers statistics, activity ideas, chapter information, and news and events related to the group's mission. http://www.sadd.org/ Topics: Automobiles, Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health, Holidays & Observances Last updated Dec 7, 2005 TeenGrowth.com
The TeenGrowth site, written by pediatricians specializing in the care of adolescents, is "specifically tailored toward the health interests and general well-being of the teenage population. TeenGrowth offers a secure environment to search for, request and receive valuable health care information on topics such as alcohol, drugs, emotions, health, family, friends, school, sex and sports." Also includes a list of crisis hotlines, an interactive growth chart, and a body mass index (BMI) calculator. http://www.teengrowth.com/ Topics: Health Last updated Jun 23, 2009 TeenHealthFX
This site is a "resource for any and all questions regarding [teen] 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." Includes information and quizzes on topics such as illnesses, sports and nutrition, and drugs. Funded by Atlantic Health's Morristown Memorial Hospital and Overlook Hospital. "The site is maintained with input from teenagers and support from community leaders." http://www.teenhealthfx.com Topics: Health Last updated Jun 23, 2009 Think Like a Pancreas
This website for teens with type 1 diabetes uses animation and humor to explain the basics of living well with the disease. Pierre Pancreas serves as a guide to topics such as blood sugar control, lifestyle issues, complications, and trouble shooting. Also includes links to related sites. From Goryeb Children's Hospital, Atlantic Health System. http://thinklikeapancreas.com Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Health Last updated Jun 24, 2009 Virtual Pediatric Hospital
Introductory materials about child and adolescent health and disease, including resources for patients and their families, and health professionals. Also includes links to related sites. From two pediatricians on the faculty of the University of Iowa School of Medicine. http://www.virtualpediatrichospital.org Topics: Health Last updated Jan 24, 2006 www.iwannaknow.org
This site provides "answers to your questions about teen sexual health and sexually transmitted diseases" (STDs). It has a FAQ, basic information on sexuality and STDs, a chat room, a parent's guide, and links to other sites related to youth and sexual health. The links page includes the Spanish-language sister website. Maintained by the American Social Health Association. http://www.iwannaknow.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Health, Health, Infectious Diseases, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Society & Social Science, Women's Health Last updated Jan 17, 2006 |
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