Teenagers Leaning on Util...

Philip Gendreau

Teens, Youth and Their Issues

A Mother Speaks Out -- by Leslie Sadasivan. "For 2 years prior to his death the change in Robbie from a happy fun loving child to a reclusive moody teenager had profoundly affected our family. I initially dismissed his change in behavior as typical of being an adolescent. Little did I realize what the future held."
Assertiveness - Analysis and Development -- Assertiveness in communication and social relationships involves openness, honesty, and firmness, all with appropriateness and flexibility. The assertive person is confident in a relaxed way, as well as free and spontaneous in social situations.
Loneliness -- Feeling lonely at times is very human. But, some of us may have internalized the false view that to be happy is to be surrounded by others at all times, regardless of how we may feel in their company.
Self Scoring Alcohol Check-up
Sex Under the Influence -- Get the facts from the Counseling Services at Kansas State University.
Stressed out Over Studying? -- On online self help pamplet from the Counseling Services at Kansas State University.
Taking The Bully By The Horns -- By Kathy Noll and Dr. Jay Carter. On helping kids deal with bullies, self-esteem and youth violence.

Where to Start When You Need Help

Al-Anon Alateen -- Alcoholism and problem drinking.
Covenant House -- An international human service agency for homeless and runaway adolescents. -- Locations.
You are not Alone... -- Where to start, on mental health and mental illness.

Suicide Helplines -- International listing. Find a suicide helpline near you. For free and confidential email support, please email jo@samaritans.org
What to do if Someone you Know Becomes Suicidal -- From the SAVE homepage.
Yellow Ribbon: Light for Life Foundation -- A program for the prevention of youth suicide.

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APA Online -- Psychology in Daily Life.
Self Help Information for Students -- Online information from the University at Buffalo.
The Unabridged Student Counseling Virtual Pamphlet Collection -- Opinions expressed in a virtual pamphlet from one university do not necessarily reflect those of other universities, but there is a lot of good information in the collected resources.