High School Counseling Department
Hingham High School

17 Union Street · Hingham, MA 02043 · 781-741-1560 x1150 · 781-741-1515 fax · HHS CEEB Code: 221-000

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Hingham High School
17 Union Street
Hingham, MA 02043
781-741-1560
781-741-1515 fax

Resources for Teenagers
Alcohol

Alanon/Alateen  This site contains basic information about this organization which assists adults and teens with alcohol related concerns. It includes 20 questions designed to help you decide whether or not you need Al-Anon, 20 questions designed to help teenagers decide whether or not Alateen is for them.

Alcohol

Alcoholics Anonymous  This link is to the teen section of the well known twelve step program for treatment of alcoholism.  Click here for a list of AA Chapters in Massachusetts.

Anxiety

Anxiety Disorders  The National Institute of Mental Health gives a sketch of each known anxiety disorder and has a keyword search to help identify symptoms.

LGBT students

Black Board On-line  Informative site on a variety of issues of interest to gay and lesbian students.

Various Mental Health Issues

Change Your Mind About Mental Health  Site sponsored by the American Psychological Association approaches mental health concerns from the young adult's point of view. It's designed to help teens assess their own concerns and decide whether professional help is needed. Anecdotes and examples make serious mental health problems easier to identify and understand.

Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders  Research conducted and supported by the National Institute of Mental Health on causes and treatment of a variety of eating disorders.

Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders  Collection of informative articles collected by various non profit organizations.

Various Mental Health Issues

Internet Mental Health  This site attempts to improve understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness. It describes the 532 most common mental disorders, 67 most commonly prescribed psychiatric drugs, and offers online diagnosis.

Personality Assessments

Keirsey Temperament and Character Web Site  Link to a number of personality inventories, character sorters, etc.

LGBT students

LGBT Campus Resource Centers  Listing of homepages for and information about college and university offices staffed by members of The National Consortium of Directors of Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender Resources in Higher Education.

Domestic Violence

My Sister's Place  Information and resources on domestic violence and date abuse compiled by a women's shelter.

LGBT students

National Database of Lesbigay Resources  Database published by !OutProud!, The National Coalition for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Youth. With a database of over 4,000 entries it includes information on community centers, support organizations, Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians And Gays chapters, etc.

Personality Assessments

Personality Online  Resource for self discovery and personal development. Here you will find everything from a variety of personality tests to a comprehensive database of personal development related resources.

Suicide

Suicide Prevention  FAQ on suicide, symptoms of depression and suicidal danger signs, most common misconceptions about suicide, what students should do if a friend had depression, what hospitalization does for depressives and a recommended reading list.

Lots of Stuff

Teen Advice  An excellent site with lots of info on all sorts of teen issues plus connections to additional sites. Topics include dealing with alcohol issues, transitions to college, bullying, date rape and abuse issues to name a few.

Teenage Behavior

Teen New Horizons  A self help site for the families of out of control teenagers. Concerns include behavior, mental health, drugs, alcohol and sex.

Depression

Understanding Depression  Explains the difference between normal emotional lows and this serious disease. Includes a simple online assessment to see if you are depressed.

Lots of Stuff

Virtual Pamphlets  Collection of links to various web sites collected by the University of Chicago for personal counseling issues.

Alcohol and Drug Addiction

Web of Addictions  The Web of Addictions is dedicated to providing accurate information about alcohol and other drug addictions. It has links to treatment organizations and organizations promoting prevention of substance abuse.

Lots of Stuff

Youth Resource  Links for young people on many common issues and concerns of a personal nature.

Suicide

Youth Suicide Prevention Information  Information related to youth suicide, its causes, danger signs and prevention.