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• Why National Minority Mental Health Month Is So Important

  In 2008, the House of Representative designated July as Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Month.

• Ways To Prevent Sex Trafficking Among Youth

  Traffickers prey on youth looking for that support and say things that make the youth think life will be better with them.

• The Best Way to Prevent HIV: Protection Against HIV for Teens

  June 27th is National HIV Testing Day. Here is some valuable information on how youth and teens can protect themselves.

• Can You Leave Foster Care?

  Unfortunately, that is a question with no straight answers.

• How Teens Can Find Professional Help for Their Mental Health

  The first step is to contact someone to talk to. It is a brave thing to do because it can be scary. But how does one start the conversation?

• How Teachers Can Deal With Youth Struggling With Depression

  What are some steps that a teacher can take in being that safe person for the youth?

• The Facts About Texting While Driving: Safe Driving for Teens

  What do you do when you’re driving along and you receive a text?

• Mental Health for Teenagers: How to Know When You May Need Help

  By Gwen Clancy

• How Youth Can Protect Themselves from Sexual Assault

  A good place to start is understanding consent.

• Child Abuse and Why Youth Run Away: How to Recognize Child Abuse

  It really does take a village and we all need to be involved to make sure that children are safe, and receive the necessary love to grow. Here are tools to help you recognize child abuse, and prevent youth from choosing to run away.