High school is a busy time, and it's really important to take care of yourself! When you feel good, it's easier to learn, make friends, and enjoy life.
Try to eat good meals with lots of fruits and vegetables.
Exercise or play sports 3-4 times a week. It helps your body and your brain!
Try to get about 8 hours of sleep every night. When you're well-rested, you learn better and feel happier.
It's normal for high school students to feel stressed, worried, or sad sometimes. But if you feel these things a lot, or if they don't go away, it's important to talk to a grown-up.
Talk to your school counselor, parents, or a doctor if you are:
Think about at least two people you can always count on for help and support. These could be family members, friends, teachers, or your counselor. It's good to have a support team!
If you ever think about hurting yourself or dying, it's very important to tell a school counselor, doctor, therapist, or your parents right away. You can also call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988. It's free and available 24/7.
You make choices every day, and sometimes choices can be hard or lead to problems. Learning how to solve problems helps you make good decisions and deal with arguments or disagreements.
Here's how to think through a problem:
Tips on healthy eating, exercise, and sleep.
Gives answers about health, food, fitness, and even information about drugs or alcohol for teens and parents.
Lots of important information about health and safety.
Helps young people learn good skills to make smart choices.
Tips for managing your time, learning, studying, and taking tests.
Information and a free, 24-hour phone and text line for anyone who is feeling really bad or thinking about suicide.
Remember, you can just call or text 988.