S.A. Larsen
HELPFUL WEBSITES & LINKS
Mental Health/Addiction/Social Issues
Writing/Reading/Publishing/Self-Help Aids
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Webserv - a site providing information and resources on social media addiction and the impact on mental health
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NEDA - National Eating Disorders - information on eating disorders such as Anorexia and Bulimia; offers help
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Eating Disorders - resource for teens/tweens/parents on signs, causes, and therapy/treatments for eating disorders
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Within - resource of treatment programs for children with eating disorders
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Lift Off Recovery - resource for Parents on teen drug abuse, education, & signs to look for; insight in to getting help and guidance.
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Dream Recovery - resource for Parents: Drug prevention for teens
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Drug Rehab - teen drug abuse prevention/help
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Drug Abuse & Parenting - resource for parents
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Student Mental Health - teen help
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The Healthy Teen Project - a judgment-free zone for teens battling the mental & physical anguish of eating disorders
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Eating Disorder Recovery - shares information and encouragement of recovery during stressful times & crisis; positive activities & affirmations
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FragranceX - The Smell of Smoke - a parent's guide to cigarettes, vaping, & marijuana
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Teen Anxiety & Depression - a teen/parent site that explores teen anxiety/depression, possible treatments, and ways to cope
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Girls Health - a resource for teens/young woman to explore all aspects of their health including mental health, relationships, smoking/drinking, and more . . .
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Young Mens Health - information from general health to mental health and social issues
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Boys Under Attack - helpful insights for boys as they grow a mature into men
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TeenlineOnline - teen helpline; anonymous and free, find help and direction through conversation
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Online MTF Programs - research information for therapy on drug abuse, family & domestic issues/violence, and more.
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The Recovery Village - teen addiction help
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RehabSpot.com - "...an organization dedicated to providing extensive and reliable information on various aspects of drug addiction and rehabilitation."
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Preventing Teen Prescription Misuse - health & wellness education for parents/teens on preventing prescription drug abuse; drug information
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Addiction Group - dedicated to helping those suffering from addiction/substance abuse, to raising awareness, and to being a resource for preventative help
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The Recovery Village Columbus - a article/site for parents - How to help your teen struggling with mental health illness.
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Alcohol Rehab Help - addresses all rehab available along with helpful information on alcohol abuse, mental health illnesses, and relapse prevention
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Addiction Resource - a site dedicated to helping individuals, families, and teens overcome drug addiction.
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Pet-Friendly Drug Rehab Centers - a list provided by Addiction Resource of​ rehab centers that allow a patient to bring their pet along with them.
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Start Your Recovery - for Teens & Parents. Where and how to get help/guidance. Hear stories teens can relate to.
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Southern California Sunrise Recovery Center - information, insight, & resources for teen drug abuse.
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Alcohol Rehab Guide: Underage Drinking - a resource for parents and adolescents to explore the dangers of underage drinking and its links to other behavioral and health issues.
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Delphi Behavioral Health Group: Addiction in Children - a resource for individuals and families suffering with addiction; a system of support and guidance.
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Chapel Hill: Teen Drug Use - a blog
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INTREPID - Addiction and Childhood Trauma
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Addiction Treatment Services - a helpful site for drug and alcohol rehab for teens.
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Coastal Detox - Confronting your child about their addiction
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Harmony Place - a resource of information about teen drug use & common facts
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Grace Land Recovery - treatments for young adult drug abuse
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North Jersey Recovery - advice for parents on teen drug use
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Addiction Intervention - find help for detecting teen drug abuse
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ARK Behavioral Health - Detecting an abuse problem in your child | A comprehensive guide for parents | Preventing Teenage Substance Abuse
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BRC Recovery - Family Program
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Joslyn Law Firm: Dedicated to Protecting Your Rights - Talking to Teens About Drugs and Alcohol: A Parent Guide
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Phoenix Rising: 10 Signs of Anxiety in Teens & Young Adults
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​Teen Talk Radio Show - teen talk
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YA Review ~ YARN - a site for seasoned YA authors & aspiring teen writers to mingle and share their work
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Guys Read - a site for guys who write
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Radio Diaries - ". . . the Teenage Diaries series has given tape recorders to young people around the country. They conduct interviews, keep audio journals, and record the sounds of daily life . . ." (*description credited to site)
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NaNoWriMo: young writer's program - young writer's National Novel Writing Month site to encourage young writers to complete their novel
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Young Writers Workshop - a workshop for young writers
FOR ARTICLES I'VE WRITTEN ON IMPORTANT TEEN ISSUES
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**PLEASE NOTE: any link currently posted here (or in the future) is intended to aid you in your writing, communication skills, inspiration, health/well-being, and important life issues.
Please check out the sites yourself for authenticity, and use them wisely and with parental permission.