Teen Health
Teenagers today face a myriad of health related issues. These are serious issues that the modern teenager may face on their road to adulthood and independence. From physical and emotional issues to drug and alcohol related scenarios to bullying and sexual promiscuity, today's teenager faces a virtual minefield of health-related bombshells in which they must navigate on their road to adulthood. This is by no means a comprehensive list and is a working effort. Search the following topics to learn more about some teen health topics adolescents are facing today.
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Body Image
- This page offers links to websites that duscuss body image and common insecurities found during adolescence.
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Sexuality
- This page discusses sexuality in the terms of both the practice of having (or not having) sex and the idea of sexual orientation.
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Teen Sleep
- Sleep is important to your total body's health. This page discusses the different cycles of sleep and ways to enhance your sleep experience.
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Exercise and Fitness
- Exercise is an important part of our daily routine and should be made so. Exercise adds to the total well-being of the body and affects our overall health. This page discusses the various types of exercise the body requires for overall health and fitness.
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Abuse: Physical and Mental
- There are many types of abuse. Abuse of any kind should not be tolerated. If you are the victim of abuse or know someone that is, please tell the proper authorities.
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Mental Health
- This page discusses mental health. Achieving positive mental health especially in a time of fluctuating hormones and rapid development can be like hiking on rough terrain. Information found herre may be helpful in navigating this path.
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Alcohol and Drug Abuse
- There is a high likelihood that your teenager will be exposed to drugs and alcohol. Teens might tell themselves they will only try a drug once, but many teens find themselves under continual peer pressure to continue to experiment with drugs and alcohol.
