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Places to Look for Support

If you need help or support for issues like divorce, alcoholism and violence, these sites offer a lot of useful information and organizations to contact.

Al-Anon/Alateen
Resources, including meeting information, for young people whose lives are affected by someone else’s drinking.
American Council on Alcoholism
Information about the effects of alcohol and alcoholism, and the need for effective treatment.
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Offers help for teens dealing with divorce in their family.
National Association for Children of Alcoholics
Information for teens who have been affected by parental alcohol and drug abuse.
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence
Provides education, information and help for people dealing with alcohol problems.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
If something about your relationship with your partner scares you and you need to talk, check out this website and call their hotline.
National Runaway Switchboard
Gives details about the 24-hour hotline that is available for runaway and homeless young people throughout the United States.
National Sexual Assault Hotline
Information on counseling centers and the 24/7 free, confidential hotline.
Social Health Education
Includes useful links and resources about love, relationships and sexuality.
Teen Advice Online
Provide support for teenage problems through a network of peer counselors from around the globe.
Tips for Teens
The truth about club drugs and their effects on your mind and body.
The Truth
Facts and resources about smoking and tobacco products.
Violence Warning Signs
The American Psychology Association and MTV provide teens information about identifying the warning signs of violent behavior and how to get help when it’s needed.
Emergency Shelters in the Cincinnati Metro Area
Places to contact for immediate help and shelter for domestic violence, runaways, teenage moms and more.
The Stacy Zallie Foundation
Includes names and telephone numbers of both religious and nonreligious therapists and counseling agencies offering non-judgmental counseling and support after abortion.