Online Resources for Teens
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Shelby Pediatrics recognizes that teens have a unique set of issues challenging your health everyday. We have gathered a list of links to educate you on some of the common adolescent and young adult health and wellness issues.
Young ladies visit www.youngwomenshealth.org for a collection of information
unique to your demographic. Young guys visit www.youngmenshealthsite.org for tons of information
about your every day health and well-being. |
Acne:
Have you been bothered by your acne but don’t know what to do? Come talk to us! Educate yourself first about acne in our health information, then visit www.acnemonth.com for a list of questions you can ask your doctor to further understand your acne. Then schedule an appointment with us to discuss treatment options.
Have you been bothered by your acne but don’t know what to do? Come talk to us! Educate yourself first about acne in our health information, then visit www.acnemonth.com for a list of questions you can ask your doctor to further understand your acne. Then schedule an appointment with us to discuss treatment options.
Body Image
Are your friends constantly talking about “being fat”? Are you confused about what is healthy eating or what is a healthy weight for you? Its no surprise- there is a lot of confusing information out there! Plus, many adults may have outdated or distorted views of what is healthy. Come see us if you are worried, in the meantime a great place to start reading is this handout from the National Eating Disorder Association just for teens.
Are your friends constantly talking about “being fat”? Are you confused about what is healthy eating or what is a healthy weight for you? Its no surprise- there is a lot of confusing information out there! Plus, many adults may have outdated or distorted views of what is healthy. Come see us if you are worried, in the meantime a great place to start reading is this handout from the National Eating Disorder Association just for teens.
Depression and Anxiety
Teens often do not get the help they need for depression and suicide. If you feel sad a lot or have had thoughts about hurting yourself you could be depressed. For more information go to www.teenscreen.org. Kids Health has good information about dealing with depression, suicidal thoughts, and how to get help. It also has information about dealing with anxiety.
If you are in crisis talk to a safe adult right away or: Call 1-800-273-TALK
Teens often do not get the help they need for depression and suicide. If you feel sad a lot or have had thoughts about hurting yourself you could be depressed. For more information go to www.teenscreen.org. Kids Health has good information about dealing with depression, suicidal thoughts, and how to get help. It also has information about dealing with anxiety.
If you are in crisis talk to a safe adult right away or: Call 1-800-273-TALK
Drugs and Alcohol:
Drugs and alcohol can greatly affect the longevity and your quality of life in the future. Developing habits now can make it that much harder to quit in the future. Read about it in this section of www.KidsHealth.org.
Drugs and alcohol can greatly affect the longevity and your quality of life in the future. Developing habits now can make it that much harder to quit in the future. Read about it in this section of www.KidsHealth.org.
- Did you know car crashes are the leading cause of death for Americans 15-20 years old? Get smart and learn how to say “no” to drinking and driving. Get started by visiting the SADD website and learning about teenage alcohol abuse.
- For more facts about various drug abuse visit the National Institute of Health.
Teenage Pregnancy
Did you know 3 out of 10 girls will have been pregnant by age 20 years old? Educate yourself and learn how to stay a teenager while you are a teenager – go to Stay Teen.
Did you know 3 out of 10 girls will have been pregnant by age 20 years old? Educate yourself and learn how to stay a teenager while you are a teenager – go to Stay Teen.
Sexuality
- Teenwire gives good information regarding sexuality issues and safety.
- Kids Health has good articles about sexual attraction and orientation.
- What is an STI? How do I know if I have one? Am I at risk? For information about various STI's, tests, and possible treatment go to www.itsyoursexlife.com
Sun Safety
Did you know most people get 80% of their lifetime sun exposure in the first 18 years of life? In addition, lots of teens view tanning beds as safe, but they are not. We are seeing an increase in melanoma, a type of skin cancer, especially in young women. Avoid tanning beds and learn more about how to protect yourself in the sun by visiting Sun Safety.
Did you know most people get 80% of their lifetime sun exposure in the first 18 years of life? In addition, lots of teens view tanning beds as safe, but they are not. We are seeing an increase in melanoma, a type of skin cancer, especially in young women. Avoid tanning beds and learn more about how to protect yourself in the sun by visiting Sun Safety.
