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Understanding Puberty and Sexual Development

WebPuberty. Puberty is the period of life during which our bodies become capable of reproduction. The onset of puberty intensifies sexual development, including early sexual …

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Peer Education for Adolescent Reproductive

WebPeer educators are sometimes used in programs promoting adolescent reproductive and sexual health to engage participants and convey information. This popular method of …

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What Is Sexual Health

WebThe World Health Organization defines sexual health as "a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality; it is not merely the absence of …

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Sexual Health: Risk and Protective Factors

WebRisk Factors. Being lesbian, gay, or bisexual is associated with an increase in risky behaviors. Youth who use alcohol and other drugs are more likely to initiate sex at an …

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ACT for Youth Center for Community Action

WebThe ACT (Assets Coming Together) for Youth Center for Community Action connects research to practice in the areas of positive youth development and adolescent/young …

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Gender Norms and Sexual Health Behaviors

WebGender Norms and Sexual Health Behaviors. by Lori A. Rolleri, MSW, MPH. Gender, our social conditioning as males and females, is an important determinant of sexual risk …

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ACT for Youth Center of Excellence

WebHealth Literacy May 2013 by Jennifer Manganello, PhD, MPH and Laura P. Shone, DrPH, MSW Adolescence is a pivotal time to “learn by doing.” As adolescents

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Trauma Screening and Assessment Tools for Children and …

WebAdministration 10 min/Scoring 5 min. n/a To Order Contact: Edna Foa, PhD Department of Psychiatry University of Pennsylvania 3535 Market Street, 6th Floor Philadelphia, PA …

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Ethnic and Racial Identity Development

WebIdentity development, the growth of a strong and stable sense of self across a range of identity dimensions, is central to adolescent development [1]. While we have many types …

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What's in the Toolkit

WebCreating and promoting developmental opportunities and supports for young people helps them avoid harmful behaviors and develop the competencies, confidence, values, and …

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Mental Illness and Mental Health in Adolescence

WebResources: Positive Youth Development and Health Improving the Health of Adolescents and Young Adults: A Guide for States and Communities Guidance and resources for …

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Facilitation Tips

WebNewsprint Success. As facilitators, we use a lot of newsprint! Make sure you use those flip charts to advantage: Use blue, black, and purple markers (bold, dark colors) with broad …

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Financial Literacy

WebFind Financial Literacy Activities. These classroom activities from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau are designed to be flexible and easy to implement. Resources for …

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