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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC′s Mission is to collaborate to create the expertise, information, and tools that people and communities need to protect their health – through health promotion, prevention of disease, injury and disability, and preparedness for new health threats.
At My Life, My Quit we share the truth about nicotine, vaping and other tobacco products. If you decide you want to quit, we're here to help you do it successfully. Text "Start My Quit" to 855.891.9989 or call to talk with a coach who is ready to listen and cheer you on. It's YOUR LIFE and we're here to help you live it YOUR WAY. My Life, My Quit is always free and confidential.
Caron Treatment Centers
Caron’s Digital Learning program is a comprehensive library of FREE digital learning courses and other educational programs centered on substance use disorder prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery. CONNECT 5 is a nicotine reduction and cessation digital experience designed to help youth make a positive impact on their health. This course motivates youth towards change and assists them in developing a personalized plan for success that is unique to their needs and situation. PREP Prevention Resources and Education for Parents is a course designed to provide knowledge and resources to reduce chances your child will use substances.
Caron’s Digital Learning program is a comprehensive library of FREE digital learning courses and other educational programs centered on substance use disorder prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery. CONNECT 5 is a nicotine reduction and cessation digital experience designed to help youth make a positive impact on their health. This course motivates youth towards change and assists them in developing a personalized plan for success that is unique to their needs and situation. PREP Prevention Resources and Education for Parents is a course designed to provide knowledge and resources to reduce chances your child will use substances.
Smokefree Teen is part of the National Cancer Institute’s (NCI) Smokefree.gov Initiative. The goal of Smokefree Teen is to reduce the number of youth who use tobacco and e-cigarettes. The site has numerous tools and resources to help teens stop using nicotine (vaping or cigarettes). Boost your chances of quitting for good with Smokefree Teen's quitSTART app, text message programs, and more.
Hingham CARES (Community, Action, Resources, Education, Support)
The mission of Hingham C.A.R.E.S is to foster a strong and inclusive community that promotes choosing a healthy lifestyle and informed and responsible choices about drug and alcohol use.
The mission is supported by evidence based, prevention focused, sustainable practices and is informed by data such as from local surveys and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health statistics that help to guide practice and program planning.
The mission of Hingham C.A.R.E.S is to foster a strong and inclusive community that promotes choosing a healthy lifestyle and informed and responsible choices about drug and alcohol use.
The mission is supported by evidence based, prevention focused, sustainable practices and is informed by data such as from local surveys and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health statistics that help to guide practice and program planning.
Herren Wellness Herren Wellness is a residential substance use, behavioral health, and wellness organization for men and women. Our focus is to guide guests through a process of self-discovery, help them uncover why they turn to unhealthy behaviors or substances, and give them the tools they need to live healthy, authentic, and substance free lives. The Herren Wellness approach empowers individuals to meet life’s challenges through life coaching, education, fitness, sleep analysis, nutritional guidance and mindfulness strategies."
Our mission is to equip patients and families with the best information, resources and tools to overcome addiction and pursue lifelong recovery. We are here to help you or your loved one every step of the way. The factors that lead to substance abuse and addiction are different for each person. Drug Rehab explains how drugs affect your body, the reasons people turn to them and how to recover from alcoholism and other substance use disorders. This link directs you to the teen advocacy section of the web site with statistics, information about treatment and advice for parents.
The Center for Adolescent Substance Abuse Research - Boston Children's Hospital
The Center for Adolescent Substance Abuse Research (CeASAR) at Children's Hospital was created as a national research center committed to reducing substance abuse and related disorders in children and adolescents. CeASAR strives to be the leading source of new discoveries in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of substance related disorders in children and adolescents.
Click HERE to access CeASAR Teen-Safe program.
The Center for Adolescent Substance Abuse Research (CeASAR) at Children's Hospital was created as a national research center committed to reducing substance abuse and related disorders in children and adolescents. CeASAR strives to be the leading source of new discoveries in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of substance related disorders in children and adolescents.
Click HERE to access CeASAR Teen-Safe program.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities. This site includes the Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator, a confidential and anonymous source of information for persons seeking treatment facilities in the United States or U.S. Territories for substance abuse/addiction and/or mental health problems.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
SAMHSA’s National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Stop Addiction
MA Dept. of Public Health
The goal of this website is to give you information on how to prevent and identify opioid misuse and where to go for help. Opioid addiction is an epidemic that has spread across this state and throughout the nation. A recent report found that nearly 4 in 10 (39%) of residents in the Commonwealth know someone who has misused prescription painkillers in the past five years.* When prescription opioids become unavailable, some turn to heroin. Addiction has torn apart far too many of our families and has killed far too many of our loved ones.
MA Dept. of Public Health
The goal of this website is to give you information on how to prevent and identify opioid misuse and where to go for help. Opioid addiction is an epidemic that has spread across this state and throughout the nation. A recent report found that nearly 4 in 10 (39%) of residents in the Commonwealth know someone who has misused prescription painkillers in the past five years.* When prescription opioids become unavailable, some turn to heroin. Addiction has torn apart far too many of our families and has killed far too many of our loved ones.
The Grayken Center for Addiction at Boston Medical Center and the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids have teamed up to provide Massachusetts families with the support and information they need to help address a child’s substance use, whether your son or daughter is a teenager living at home or a young adult living independently.
The Partnership at Drugfree.org
The Partnership at Drugfree.org translates the science of teen drug use and addiction for families. At drugfree.org, you can find a wealth of information, tools and opportunities to help prevent and get help for drug and alcohol abuse by teens and young adults. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, sibling or other caregiver — our Helpline is here for you and anyone else playing a supportive role in the life of a young person struggling with drug or alcohol use. We have trained and caring master’s-level specialists ready to listen, help you find answers and make an action plan to help your loved one. You can connect with our Helpline specialists in the following ways: Call 1-855-DRUGFREE or click here to Send an Email or Text a Message to 55753
Jane Doe Inc. Jane Doe Inc., The Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence brings together organizations and people committed to ending domestic violence and sexual assault. They create social change by addressing the root causes of this violence, and promote justice, safety, and healing for survivors. JDI advocates for responsive public policy, promotes collaboration, raises public awareness, and supports member organizations to provide comprehensive prevention and intervention services. They are guided by the voices of survivors. Access an interactive map and listing of resources for help in Massachusetts. In Massachusetts: Domestic Violence Safelink (a 24 hour multilingual statewide hotline) 1-877-785-2020 TTY: 1-877-521-2601
Originally launched in February 2007 as a project of the National Domestic Violence Hotline, Love is Respect is the first 24-hour resource for teens who were experiencing dating violence and abuse and is the only teen helpline serving all of the United States and its territories.Their purpose is to engage, educate and empower young people to prevent and end abusive relationships. Highly-trained advocates offer support, information and advocacy to young people who have questions or concerns about their dating relationships. They also provide information and support to concerned friends and family members, teachers, counselors, service providers and members of law enforcement. Free and confidential phone, live chat and texting services are available 24/7/365. 1-866-331-9474 or TEXT love is to 22522 The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233)
One Love Foundation. At One Love, we believe that the more we can identify and navigate healthy and unhealthy relationship behaviors, the less likely we will end up in an unhealthy or abusive relationship. Knowing that knowledge is key to avoiding tragedies, we empower people to understand that one conversation, one action and one person can make a difference and even save a life.
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DOVE is committed to partnering with diverse communities, families, and individuals impacted by domestic violence or partner violence. We promote hope, healing, safety, and social change by providing a broad range of preventive and responsive services. In September 1978, DOVE opened the 1st domestic violence shelter on the South Shore of Boston. Since 1978, DOVE has sheltered nearly 5,000 families, answered more than 45,000 calls through our 24-hour hotline, and served over 3,000 clients through our community-based services. 24-Hour Hotline 617-471-1234
The Trevor Project provides trained crisis counselors to support lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) young people ages 24 years and younger who are suicidal or in crisis. The Trevor Lifeline is free and available 24/7 at 1–866–488–7386.
Trevor also offers an education program with resources for youth-serving adults and organizations, a legislative advocacy department fighting for pro-LGBTQ legislation and against anti-LGBTQ rhetoric/policy positions, and conducts research to discover the most effective means to help young LGBTQ people in crisis and end suicide. d
Trevor also offers an education program with resources for youth-serving adults and organizations, a legislative advocacy department fighting for pro-LGBTQ legislation and against anti-LGBTQ rhetoric/policy positions, and conducts research to discover the most effective means to help young LGBTQ people in crisis and end suicide. d
USDA Choose My Plate The Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, an organization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, was established in 1994 to improve the nutrition and well-being of Americans. MyPlate is part of a larger communication initiative based on 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans to help consumers make better food choices.
Teen Health (Nemours Foundation)
One of the largest resources online for medically reviewed health information written for parents, kids, and teens.
One of the largest resources online for medically reviewed health information written for parents, kids, and teens.
Young Men's Health-Children's Hospital Boston
Youngmenshealthsite.org (YMH) is a website produced by the Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Boston Children's Hospital. The purpose of the website is to provide carefully researched health information to teenage boys and young men.
Young Women's Health-Children's Hospital Boston
The Center for Young Women’s Health (CYWH) is a collaboration between the Division of Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine and the Division of Gynecology at Children’s Hospital Boston. The mission of our website, youngwomenshealth.org, is to help teen girls, their parents, teachers, and health care providers improve their understanding of normal health and development, as well as of specific diseases and conditions.
The Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit worldwide leader in medical care, research and education for people from all walks of life.
Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit worldwide leader in medical care, research and education for people from all walks of life.
Youth Health Connection-South Shore Hospital
South Shore Hospital’s YHC is dedicated to the positive mental health and physical well being of youth and families. The program advances positive youth health outcomes through knowledge-sharing, risk prevention, respect, collaboration, connectedness and regional coalition building.
The It Gets Better Project's mission is to uplift, empower, and connect lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) youth around the globe. Hope is in high demand, especially for young LGBTQ+ people whose journey to self, family, and community acceptance is often met with incredible obstacles. The It Gets Better Project envisions a world where all LGBTQ+ youth are free to live equally and know their worthiness and power as individuals.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services , is the nation’s medical research agency—making important discoveries that improve health and save lives. NIH is made up of 27 Institutes and Centers, each with a specific research agenda, often focusing on particular diseases or body systems.
Samaritans
Samaritans’ mission is to reduce the incidence of suicide by alleviating despair, isolation, distress and suicidal feelings among individuals in our community, 24 hours a day; to educate the public about suicide prevention; and to reduce the stigma associated with suicide. CALL (877)870-4673 Call 24/7
American Red Cross Safety Library
The American Red Cross Disaster and Safety Library can assist you in preparing your home, school and workplace in the event of a disaster or emergency. Here you will find fact sheets, preparedness checklists, recovery guides and other helpful information to keep you informed and safe.
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
The American Heart Association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Our mission is to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. The AHA works to help kids, families and communities live heart-healthy lives and is the nation’s leader in CPR education training. Find tips for reducing your risk of heart disease and stroke, research, statistics and search for a local CPR certification course. Need to get certified? Click here for the link to find a class near you!
The American Heart Association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Our mission is to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. The AHA works to help kids, families and communities live heart-healthy lives and is the nation’s leader in CPR education training. Find tips for reducing your risk of heart disease and stroke, research, statistics and search for a local CPR certification course. Need to get certified? Click here for the link to find a class near you!
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Sex, Etc. is an online resource for sexuality and health related information for teens and parents. In partnership with Rutgers University, Sex, Etc. is published by Answer (part of the Clinical Psychology Department). Sex, etc. relies on a review board of sexual health experts to ensure that it provides medically accurate sexual health information.
Go Ask Alice! is Columbia University’s health Q&A internet resource! It provides readers with reliable, accurate, accessible, culturally competent information and a range of thoughtful perspectives so that they can make responsible decisions concerning their health and well-being.
Scarleteen is a sexuality and relationships education and support organization and website. The content provides developmentally and culturally-sensitive sexuality education and information that reflects the diversity of people and sexuality; that aims to serve all sexes, genders, economic and social classes, sexual orientations and relationship models. Content and approach is original and strongly youth-driven but is also in alignment with current guidelines for comprehensive sexuality education for adolescents such as the National Health Education Standards and also meets the standards suggested in the new American School Health Association's National Sexuality Education Standards: Core Content and Skills, K-12.
AMAZE harnesses the power of digital media to provide young adolescents around the globe with medically accurate, age-appropriate, affirming, and honest sex education they can access directly online—regardless of where they live or what school they attend.
AMAZE also strives to assist adults—parents, guardians, educators and health care providers around the globe—to communicate effectively and honestly about sex and sexuality with the children and adolescents in their lives.
AMAZE also strives to assist adults—parents, guardians, educators and health care providers around the globe—to communicate effectively and honestly about sex and sexuality with the children and adolescents in their lives.