Topic: Emotional Health
Social Media and Body Image
Updated 3 March 2022 under Health Guides.Social media has become a big part of many peoples’ lives, especially teenagers. Platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok are used by people all over the world. There are […]
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Lately, I have had a lot of questions about my gender identity. I was recently diagnosed with MRKH (Mayer Rokitansky Kuster Hauser Syndrome) and it has caused me to question my gender. When I was 15 years old, they put me on testosterone, which made me feel like a male going through puberty. Then they switched me to the birth control pill. Could the different hormones play a role in why I am questioning my gender?
Updated 4 February 2022 under Ask Us.Great question, you are not alone! It is very common for young people to have a lot of questions and experience a wide variety of emotions, after receiving an MRKH […]
Read more »I think of ending my life every single day. Things have gotten a lot worse since I failed math. It made everything a lot worse. I have lost hope in everything and I even stopped praying. I never thought I would grow up to be such a burden. I need someone to talk to, help.
Updated 1 April 2022 under Ask Us.We are so glad you reached out for help. You and your life matters, you have a purpose here on this earth. It’s very important that you know that you […]
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Why do you guys call this site youngwomenshealth.org, when you talk about female health, including biological females (who identify as female), non-binary individuals, and trans men? Is this a welcoming space for trans people?
Updated 12 April 2022 under Ask Us.Great question, thank you SO much for asking and shining a light on this topic! I hope our explanation helps. If you ever have any further questions or advice for […]
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I’m fourteen years old. I am a lesbian, but I don’t know how to tell my parents. I have felt this way since I was eleven years old. I also have a crush, but I don’t know how to tell her either. I think my parents will accept me, but I don’t know what to do. Can you help me?
Updated 22 April 2022 under Ask Us.Thank you so much for reaching out to us. For some people coming out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans* and/or queer (LGBTQ+) to parents is casual and accepting, while for others […]
Read more »There are some girls that when I’m around them, I feel this excitement and I don’t know if I have crush on them. I just don’t feel attracted to boys the way my friends do. Does this make me lesbian?
Updated 12 August 2022 under Ask Us.First, thank you so much for trusting us with this question! Exploring what sexuality and attraction look and feel like is one of the coolest parts of being a person. […]
Read more »How will a child’s future be carved if he or she is grow in between family problems and stress…
Updated 9 September 2022 under Ask Us.Great question! Stress is a natural part of life and something that all kids experience. At the same time, sometimes the amount or type of stress that kids experience may […]
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Updated 8 November 2022 under Health Guides.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychological treatment that focuses on changing the ways we react to negative, false thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT may be used by […]
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Dealing with Cliques
Updated 3 November 2021 under Health Guides.If you’ve ever had to deal with cliques, you already know that it can be mildly annoying to really frustrating, and sometimes very hurtful. Learning ways to cope with cliques […]
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Friendships
Updated 11 February 2021 under Health Guides.Friendships are fun and make us feel special, but it’s also normal for friendships to be complicated and confusing sometimes. Choosing the right kinds of friends is important. Why do […]
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