This category contains advice for teenagers, ranging from the ages of 11-19.
Do think carefully and use your own judgement. It can be hard to determine the qualifications of those offering advice over the Internet.
Please be careful not to reveal identifying personal information when requesting advice.
Jim Fitzpatrick's seminars address teen discipline and how to develop responsible behavior. Topics include respect, drugs, violence, safety, and respect. www.responsiblebehavior.com
Internet site to help young people get through tough times. Contains inspiring stories, interactive gallery, and advice on teen issues. www.reachout.com.au
Articles written for children and adolescents on topics such as anxiety, phobias, hidden disabilities, grief, and parental depression. www.baltimorepsych.com/Kids_Pages.htm
Provides free, confidential 24-hour telephone counseling and crisis prevention for Dallas-area teenagers and a school outreach program. www.teencontact.org
Get advice on romance, read online journals and past experiences from teens. Includes experienced counselors, articles, and archives. www.geocities.com/Heartland/Bluffs/5400
Provides many links and resources that will help teens deal with everything, from homework to dealing with gang-related violence. www.operationgraduation.com
Dedicated to helping teens feel valuable, this site is a proactive effort for teens worldwide to choose life over suicide and depression in memory of Molli Anne Mattison. www.mollisgarden.com
Peer-to-peer support network for teens, including forums, live chat, and articles on diverse topics including friendship, school, sexuality, suicide, job-hunting, and smoking. www.teenhelp.org
Offers advice on education, careers, housing, money, health and relationships for 13-19 year olds in the UK. Includes web chat, telephone and call-back services. www.connexions-direct.com
Connects volunteer mentors with abused children and teens. Also offers safety tips and a guide to reporting abuse in various states. www.youthforyouth.org