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Helpful Websites for Teens & Families
Mental Health Resources
Mental Health Resources
Alateen is part of Al-Anon and is for young people affected by another's drinking. The primary purpose of Al-Anon/Alateen is to help families and friends of alcoholics.
Institute for Health and Recovery
IHR offers behavioral health services for adults, youth, and families struggling with substance use or mental health issues. We provide treatment in your home, in your community, and in our Boston, Cambridge, Springfield and Lowell offices. We serve most towns in greater Boston and all of northeast Massachusetts. Call 617-661-3991
Massachusetts Prevention for Suicide Prevention
Mission is to prevent suicide through statewide advocacy and collaboration
The Suicide Prevention Lifeline helps prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Call 1-800-273-8255 ANYTIME.
Teenage Anxiety and Depression Solutions
TADS is a group of people in and around Groton, Massachusetts who actively advocate for mental wellness for young people. The mission of TADS is to raise awareness about mental health issues in our society, especially depression and anxiety, and in so doing, help to prevent suicide.
Substance Abuse Resources
Adolescent Substance Abuse Program
The Adolescent Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) at Boston Children’s Hospital provides national leadership in the identification, diagnosis and treatment of substance use problems and disorders in children and adolescents. ASAP is part of the Division of Developmental Medicine, and is staffed by developmental-behavioral trained pediatricians, licensed independent social workers and psychiatrists. ASAP clinicians are uniquely qualified to evaluate and support adolescents with a full range of substance use problems and disorders, from teens who have just begun using substances to those struggling with addiction, and their families. 617-355-2727
DPH Campaign: Stop Addiction Before it Starts
Information on protecting your kids from prescription drug misuse.
Drug fact sheet to help parents keep their kids safe.
The mission of DrugRehab.com is to equip patients and families with the best information, resources and tools to overcome addiction and pursue lifelong recovery. They are here to help you or your loved one every step of the way.
Institute for Health and Recovery
IHR offers behavioral health services for adults, youth, and families struggling with substance use or mental health issues. We provide treatment in your home, in your community, and in our Boston, Cambridge, Springfield and Lowell offices. We serve most towns in greater Boston and all of northeast Massachusetts. Call 617-661-3991
Learn why pot is still risky for teens, what you should and shouldn't say when talking with your teen, and how to respond to their questions.
Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline
The helpline is a public resource for finding substance use treatment and recovery services. Helpline services are free and confidential. 1-800-327-5050
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
A nonprofit that supports families struggling with their child’s substance use.
Gender Identity Resources
Gender Spectrum helps to create gender sensitive and inclusive environments for all children and teens.
Trans Lifeline is a national trans-led 504(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the quality of trans lives by responding to the critical needs of our community with direct service, material support, advocacy, and education. Our vision is to fight the epidemic of trans suicide and improve overall life-outcomes of trans people by facilitating justice-oriented, collective community aid.
Trans Student Education Resources
A youth-led organization dedicated to transforming the educational environment for trans and gender nonconforming students through advocacy and empowerment. In addition to our focus on creating a more trans-friendly education system, our mission is to educate the public and teach trans activists how to be effective organizers. We believe that justice for trans and gender nonconforming youth is contingent on an intersectional framework of activism. Ending oppression is a long-term process that can only be achieved through collaborative action.
Other Resources
Massachusetts Health Promotion Clearing House
The Clearinghouse provides free health promotion materials for Massachusetts residents, health care providers, and social service providers.
This guide highlights just some of the laws that may apply to you at this important turning point in your life. Keep in mind that laws are subject to change and that this a guide only and, as such, does not contain legal advice.
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