Adolescent Growth and
Development:
http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/family/350-850/350-850.html
This website looks at adolescent physical, cognitive, and
psychosocial development.
Alan Guttmacher Institute
(AGI):
www.guttmacher.org
The Alan Guttmacher Institute (AGI) is a non-profit organization
focused on sexual and reproductive health research, policy analysis
and public education.
American Academy of Child
& Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP):
http://www.aacap.org/web/aacap/publications/factsfam/
These series of fact sheets provide a wealth of information on both
childhood and adolescent issues.
Child Trends DataBank Web
Site:
http://www.childtrendsdatabank.org
The Child Trends DataBank is designed for anyone who spends time
searching multiple Web sites looking for reliable, current data on
child and youth well-being. It is a user-friendly, one-stop shop for
continuously updated trend data with the latest national estimates
for child, youth and family indicators. The DataBank currently
provides about 70 indicators on health, social and emotional
development, income and work, education, demographics, and family and
community, with new indicators added each month.
Child Trends:
http://www.childtrends.org/youthdevelopment_intro.asp .
Family Education Network:
www.familyeducation.com
This website offers information and tips on communicating with your
teen, health and safety issues, and teaching your teen financial
responsibility.
Keep Kids Healthy:
http://www.keepkidshealthy.com/adolescent/adolescentproblems.html
This is a guide to common adolescent health issues.
Not My Kid, Inc.:
www.notmykid.org
Not My Kid, Inc. is dedicated to facilitating improved understanding
about youth behavioral health issues including suicide, drug abuse,
eating disorders and depression. This website also offers
information on many other websites that deal with parenting and
family issues.
University of Delaware - Adolescence webpage
American Medical Association - Adolescent Health webpage
Adolescent Nutrition: Dietary Guidelines for Teen-Age Americans
Age-Appropriate Youth Development Experiences
Keys to Quality Youth Development
