Teen
February 7, 2023
What teens should know about dating violence
This February, we recognize National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. Teen dating violence—also called domestic violence or intimate partner violence—occurs when one partner tries to maintain power and ...
Teen
June 7, 2022
Sexual orientation and being an LGBTQIA+ Ally
June is Pride Month, and what better time to answer some common sexual orientation questions and share how you can be an LGBTQIA+ ally? What is sexual orientation? Everyone has ...
Teen
May 4, 2022
Teens: What you need to know about preventing pregnancy
May is National Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month, and today, we’re sharing the information you need to know to protect yourself and your partner from unintended pregnancy. How can you get ...
Teen
April 20, 2022
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention
As we recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April, it’s important to talk about what it is and what to do if you or someone you know has been sexually ...
Teen
April 6, 2022
What teens need to know about preventing STIs
If you’re thinking about having sex, it’s crucial to take steps to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and pregnancy What causes STIs? STIs are infections that are spread through sexual ...
Mental Health
March 17, 2022
Teens: How to Start a difficult Conversation With an Adult
As a teenager, you probably have many questions about sex, your changing body, dating, friendships and mental health. You may get advice from your friends, but not know if what ...
Teen
March 17, 2022
6 Ways Teens Can Improve Their Body Image and Self-esteem
Having a healthy relationship with your body is important. When you feel good about who you are, you’re more likely to take care of yourself. Here are some tips for ...
Teen
March 17, 2022
Navigating Health Care as a Teen
During your teenage years, you may have questions about your changing body, hormones and sex. A health care provider—such as a doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner or physician assistant—can answer your ...
Teen
March 3, 2022
How the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted teens
Your teen years can be an already tumultuous time. Add on top of it the trauma, stress, fear, grief and uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, and you may feel completely ...
Trauma
January 11, 2022
Human trafficking: Is someone you know at risk?
January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Human trafficking is a form of slavery and involves stealing a person’s freedom to gain money. While it can be difficult ...
Mental Health
April 30, 2021
7 Ways to Support Teen Self-Esteem
Over the years, it has become increasingly difficult for many teens to maintain good self-esteem. Even if your peers never bullied you, there can be a constant battle with the ...
Suicide Prevention
January 21, 2019
Grant to Fund Teen Suicide Prevention
We are delighted to announce a recent grant award from the Clarence E. and Inez R. Custer Foundation and the Elizabeth R. and Walter C. Nugent Foundation to fund a Suicide Awareness and Prevention program for Bartholomew County middle and high school students. ...
Teen
June 11, 2018
Peer Pressure
How to handle peer pressure as a teen When you’re a teen, it’s normal to want to fit in and have friends. But when your peers make unhealthy choices and ...
