CAFY Teen Resources

Wellness for Students

Acton Boxborough Wellness Website for Students

Explore the books, links, and school resources filled with helpful tips and information to assist students and teens improve their social, emotional, and physical well-being.

Substance Abuse

  NIDA - Publications - Marijuana: Facts for Teens

The National Institute on Drug Abuse's mission is to lead the nation in bringing the power of science to bear on drug abuse and addiction. Topics include smoking, marijuana, steroids and club drugs.

  Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD)

SADD is dedicated to preventing destructive decisions, particularly underage drinking, drug use, impaired driving, teen violence and teen depression and suicide.

  Living Above the Influence

Living "above the influence" is about teens being themselves and not letting others define them or pressure them. This Website includes quizzes, podcasts, mythbusters, and other "fun stuff."

Depression

NMH MHIC Factsheet: Adolescent Depression-Helping Depressed Teens

The National Mental Health Association (NMHA) is the country's oldest and largest nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness. Website includes information regarding Children's Mental Health Matters and Fact Sheets on topics ranging from depression to eating disorders to family health.