Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center: Don’t Do Nothing

Grassroots’ Don’t Do Nothing campaign educates students the prevalence of suicidal thoughts and urges them to intervene if they suspect a friend or loved one is in trouble.

Caught On Tape: Teen Drivers Moments Before a Crash | Nightline |ABC News

AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety study shows distracted teens behind the wheel and the many factors that can cause accidents.This teen is caught on tape moments before the car crash.

You’re not 6 anymore…you’re 16.

Teen Driving Awareness Public Service Announcement

Empty Seat

Suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death among youth ages 10-24. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, GET HELP RIGHT AWAY! Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, available 24/7, at 1-800-273-8255.

What is an STI?

STD? STI? Gonorrhea, chlamydia?! Check out this video to get the 411 on sexually transmitted diseases. What are they, how are the transmitted, and much more!

How to reduce your risk of getting an STI

Check out the video below for ways on reducing your risk of getting an STI!

Mindfulness

Being a teen can be really stressful! Between school, work, family, and your social life, there is always something or someone out there causing you some kind of stress during your day. With mindfulness, you have the power to handle stress, and live life more fully. Check out this video to hear what other teens have to say about mindfulness! 

Video credit: http://keltymentalhealth.ca/healthy-living/mindfulness

LoveIsRespect

Dating violence is more common than many people think. One in three teens in the U.S. will experience physical, sexual or emotional abuse by someone they are in a relationship with before they become adults. Help us spread awareness and stop dating abuse before it starts! Find out how to START TALKING!

Distracted Driving PSA: #JustDrive

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Agency: Tombras Group, United States of America

Student Perspectives on Mental Health

Howard County students discuss mental health in the schools in an effort to increase awareness and offer ways to support those who may be in need. 

Teen Reproductive Health: An Interview with Dr. Donna Neale

It’s not always easy to talk about sensitive topics, but learning about sexual and reproductive health can be empowering! Check out our interview with Dr. Donna Neale, MD, Obstetrics & Gynecology, as she answers some of the most common questions young women have about their reproductive health. 

Cooking with Teen Health Matters: Spaghetti Squash

Looking for a tasty, unique recipe to prepare for dinner tonight? Check out our new video on how to make quick and easy spaghetti squash!

Healthy Holiday Eating with Teen Health Matters: Thanksgiving 2016

Here are 5 tips to having a happy, healthy Thanksgiving with friends and family!

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