Here are 5 practical tips on goal setting that can help make it easier to set and reach goals.

Sometimes our ideas and beliefs stand in the way of asking for help. Here are ideas for teens on how to get past 5 common barriers to getting help.

Assertiveness is the ability to speak up for yourself in a way that is honest and respectful. But it doesn't come naturally to everyone. Find out if you're too passive, too aggressive, or just assertive enough.

Choosing your mood means being in control of it instead of feeling like it's controlling you. Here are tips on how to create the right mood to help you succeed at what you're trying to do.

This interactive feature guides you in setting a goal and coming up with steps to reach it.

Everyone struggles with staying motivated and reaching their goals. Just look at how many people diet, lose weight, and then gain it back again. But it's still possible to stay motivated if you take the right approach.

Scientists are learning that positive emotions have a powerful effect on our brains and bodies, helping us feel, and act, our best. Let this article help you tap into the power of positive emotions.

Interviewing for a summer job or internship? Read our tips.

The first year of college is filled with new challenges and opportunities. Read our article to beef up on your college coping skills.

These career videos help high school students get an idea of what's involved in doing specific health and medical jobs.

Visit our center on managing your medical care for advice on how to get involved in taking charge of your health and choosing the right health care providers.

Dread it or love it, you gotta go to school. Looking for ways to make the first day a little less painful? Here are some tips.

Joining a club or team is a fun way to try new things, meet people, and be active. Learn more about the basics and benefits of getting involved.

Teachers can look out for you, guide you, and provide you with an adult perspective. Many are willing to answer questions, offer advice, and help with personal problems.

The transition from middle school to high school is an important and seemingly daunting one. Here are a few topics that commonly worry incoming freshmen and some things you might want to know about them.

Writing a report? Studying for a test? Having problems at school? Get tips and advice.

Taking a healthy packed lunch to school can help you take control of what you eat.

Use our printable plan to make your favorite lunch line choices healthier.

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Sharing problems can help us cope better. Get ideas on reaching out for (and offering) help in this article for teens.

Deciding whether to drink is a personal decision that we each eventually have to make. Get the facts about alcohol.

Sometimes our ideas and beliefs stand in the way of asking for help. Here are ideas for teens on how to get past 5 common barriers to getting help.

Are you on the outside looking in or the inside wanting out? Find out how to deal with cliques in this article for teens.

Using technology to bully is a problem that's on the rise. The good news is awareness of how to prevent cyberbullying is growing even faster. See our tips on what to do.

Bullying has everyone worried, not just the people on its receiving end. Learn about dealing with bullies, including tips on how to stand up for yourself or a friend.

It's not hard to find drugs, and sometimes it may seem like everyone's doing them or wanting you to do them. But there are downsides (and dangers) to taking drugs.

Teachers can look out for you, guide you, and provide you with an adult perspective. Many are willing to answer questions, offer advice, and help with personal problems.

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Learning disabilities affect the brain's ability to receive, process, analyze, or store information. These problems can make it difficult for a student to learn as quickly as others - but they have nothing to do with a person's intelligence.

You might want to make new friends, but aren’t sure how to do it. This article for teens with autism can help.

Responding to peer pressure is part of human nature — but some people are more likely to give in, and others are better able to resist and stand their ground. Find out how to make the right choices for you.

For some, the prom is a special night to look forward to. For others it can seem like just another reason to worry and feel stressed out. Here are some tips for dealing with prom pressure.

School counselors can give you all sorts of tips and support on solving problems and making good decisions. But how do you meet with a counselor and what is it like? Find out here.

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After hearing news of school shootings or other violence, it's natural for students — no matter how old they are or where they go to school — to worry about whether this type of incident may someday happen to them or their friends.

If you suspect that someone is bringing a weapon to school or threatening someone else's life, it requires immediate attention. This article offers some tips on getting help.

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In this video, teens talk about their experiences with bullying.

Everyone feels a little nervous and stressed before a test. And a touch of nervous anticipation can actually help keep you at peak performance. But for some people, this normal anxiety is more intense.

Find out what our readers said about how they handle back-to-school worries.

Backpacks help you to stay organized. They're also better for carrying school supplies than messenger or other shoulder bags. But can they cause health problems?

Every student finds it hard to stay on top of schoolwork sometimes. So what happens when you have to miss a lot of school? This article for teens offers tips and advice.

If you've just finished a long hospital stay, you may have questions about reconnecting with friends and family. Get answers in this article for teens.

News reports on health and medicine can be confusing —and sometimes downright scary. How do you know what is important and accurate?

Use our printable breakfast planning sheet to select healthy foods that satisfy your taste buds and meet your time constraints.

Teens need about 8-1/2 to more than 9 hours of sleep each night. But you might not be getting it. Here's why - and tips for getting more shut-eye.

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Lots of teens have asthma. Here are tips on keeping it under control so you can prevent (or manage) a flare-up at school.

A concussion can affect you at school because it's a type of brain injury. Doing schoolwork and being in a classroom can sometimes make things worse. Here's what to know about school and concussions.

You probably spend more than a third of your waking hours at school. Chances are you'll need to check your blood sugar levels or give yourself an insulin injection during that time. So what do you do?

Just as professional sports stars need medical care to keep them playing their best, so do student athletes. That's why it's important to get a sports physical.

Some people use certain medicines without a prescription because they think these meds help with focus and concentration. If you've heard of "study drugs" and wonder if there are any risks, find out in this article for teens.

In this video, teens talk about dealing with various health problems as well as fitting healthy eating and exercise into their lives.

In this video, teens talk about what stresses them out and how they cope.

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Cancer patients often have to stay at home to avoid infection. Read our ideas on ways to make the best of your time at home.

Stressed out about speaking or performing in front of people? These tips can help you cope.

When researching school projects, it helps to know how to evaluate and choose online resources. Here are tips.

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Having trouble getting a handle on all of your homework? Get your work space set, your schedule organized, and your studying done with the help of this article.

Reading on your own isn't like reading for school. You can pick something that's all about your interests — whether it's ancient martial arts, computers, or fashion design. Get tips on how.

Want to stay on top of your schoolwork by taking great notes? Here's how!

Whether it's protecting yourself from hackers or cyberbullies, these tips for teens will help you navigate the digital world safely.

It's not just for school: Mastering the skills of getting organized, staying focused, and seeing work through to the end will help in just about everything you do.

Yoga is a great way to take a study break because it refocuses and re-energizes both the body and mind. This routine uses poses that work for teens.

You have a history test tomorrow, a math test the next day, and weekly French pop quizzes. Don't panic - our article provides tips on how to study.

Everyone feels a little nervous and stressed before a test. And a touch of nervous anticipation can actually help keep you at peak performance. But for some people, this normal anxiety is more intense.

Do you sweat, chew your pencil, and feel butterflies in your stomach as your teacher hands out a test? Study these test-taking tips!

Writing a paper can seem intimidating at first. But putting together a good paper really just involves a combination of things you already know how to do. Here are some tips.

Playing organized sports can help girls do better off the field as well as on. Find out how.

How can you get ready to play your best season ever? Read these tips for teen athletes.

You've prepared for the game in almost every way possible: but now what should you eat? Read about performance foods, nutritional supplements, and more.

If you're having trouble choosing a sport, this article can help!

Alex plays high school football, track, basketball, and lacrosse. He's had two concussions. Here, he talks about his experience and what he learned.

In a concussion, the brain shifts inside the skull. This can cause a sudden - but usually temporary - disruption in a person's ability to function properly and feel well. Here's what to do if you suspect a concussion.

Get the most out of your chosen sport by building a strong relationship with your coach.

Winning is all that matters when you play sports, right? Not when that means you can't even enjoy the game. Read about how to handle sports pressure and competition.

As long as people play sports, there will be concussions from time to time. Find out how to protect yourself and what to do if you get a concussion playing sports.

Playing hard doesn't have to mean getting hurt. The best way to ensure a long and injury-free athletic career is to play it safe from the start. Find out how.

Just as professional sports stars need medical care to keep them playing their best, so do student athletes. That's why it's important to get a sports physical.

Some people define good sportsmanship as treating the people that you play with and against as you'd like to be treated yourself. Learn more about what good sportsmanship is all about.

Is working out with weights safe for teens? The best way to build muscle tone and definition is to combine aerobic and flexibility exercises with the right kind of strength training.

We ran a survey asking what you think makes a good coach. Here's what you told us.