This page identifies resources that might help our youth navigate the challenges of growing up. To include your organization please contact dre@bruu.org. You may or may not receive a direct response. To be included, the organization should be physically located in the Prince William, VA area and will be a not-for-profit organization.<\/p>\n
When used in large amounts, over a long period of time, or in the wrong combination, alcohol or drugs can kill. Effects depend on the user\u2019s body size and personality. Drugs are unpredictable and effects vary from person to person. Some of the dangers of experimenting with drugs and\/or alcohol are: overdose, illness, accidents, use of impure or unknown drugs, addiction, problems with family, work, school, etc., trouble with the law, death.<\/p>\n
This list of questions can help you determine if you or someone else\u2019s use of alcohol and\/or drugs is a problem:<\/p>\n
If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then ask for help!<\/p>\n
www.FamiliesAnonymous.org<\/a><\/p>\n A 12-step fellowship for families and friends of persons in recovery<\/p>\n Lists meetings, including virtual meetings<\/p>\n al-anon.org\/newcomers\/teen-corner-alateen\/<\/a><\/p>\n Support for teen relatives and friends of alcoholics<\/p>\n doitnow.org<\/a><\/p>\n Provides information on drugs, alcohol, sexuality, and other behavioral health topics<\/p>\n theagapecenter.com\/NAinUSA\/Virginia.htm<\/a><\/p>\n Listing of Virginia NA and related sites. Part of a United States directory of Narcotics Anonymous related websites (intergroups, central offices, clubhouses, conventions, conferences, roundups, groups, phone numbers, etc.) organized by state.<\/p>\n www.samhsa.gov<\/a><\/p>\n 1-800-662-HELP (4357)<\/a><\/p>\n Treatment and referral line for alcohol or drug abuse and mental health illness. local referrals<\/p>\n nicotine-anonymous.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n 1-877-TRY-NICA (1-877-879-6422)<\/a><\/p>\n referrals to support group information<\/p>\n Bullying is a form of youth violence with intimidating negative actions towards another person seen as vulnerable. Common types of bullying can include:<\/p>\n Warning signs of bullying: It is not easy to admit being bullied. The person often feels too embarrassed or ashamed to tell anyone what they are going through. Some warning signs that reveal someone is being bullied may be:<\/p>\n If a student needs urgent help or support, please visit 121 Help Me or call 1.855.201.2121. 121 Help Me offers immediate phone access to trained counselors with lots of experience listening to young people. 121 Help Me is a program of the North American Alliance of Child Helplines (NAACH). The goal of the program is to create universal crisis portals for children and youth, both on the phone and online, as mechanisms to reach qualified, professional crisis counselors 24\/7.<\/p>\n www.facinghistory.org<\/a><\/p>\n A nonprofit international educational and professional development organization.<\/p>\n Our mission is to engage students of diverse backgrounds in an examination of racism, prejudice, and antisemitism in order to promote the development of a more humane and informed citizenry.<\/p>\n www.stopbullying.gov<\/a><\/p>\n Website provides information about bullying and how it can be prevented and responded to. Provides referrals for victims of bullying and how to get help.<\/p>\n vetoviolence.cdc.gov<\/a><\/p>\n Provides information about bullying, dating violence, sexual violence and other resources<\/p>\n www.connectsafely.org<\/a><\/p>\n Most people think of child abuse as someone physically harming a small child, but did you know that about one third of child abuse victims are teens? The abuser usually threatens or blames the victim, so that the victim will keep the abuse a secret. Abusers are usually someone the victim knows, a family member or well-known adult the victim trusts. Types of abuse include:<\/p>\n If you suspect someone you know is being abused, or you are being abused yourself, call for help. It is not your fault. Keeping the abuse a secret will only cause the cycle of pain and shame to continue.<\/p>\n dss.virginia.gov\/about\/abuse.cgi<\/a><\/p>\n Child abuse hotline 1-800-552-7096<\/a><\/p>\n houseofruth.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n 24-hour Toll Free Hotline: 1-877-988-5559<\/a><\/p>\n information and referrals about violence, shelters. Services available to teens who have experienced abuse, neglect or violence in the home, school or community<\/p>\n www.stopitnow.org<\/a><\/p>\n Helpline 1-888-PREVENT (773-8368)<\/a><\/p>\n Offers help center offers information on adult behavior with children. Offers resources on: sexuality, abuse, how to find help etc.<\/p>\n http:\/\/www.staystrongvirginia.org <\/a><\/p>\n Provides support, advocacy, education and resources to families, friends and professionals in the Virginia area.<\/p>\n www.nationaleatingdisorders.org<\/a><\/p>\n Provides support, advocacy, treatment finder, parent and educator tool kits, blogs, and general information regarding eating disorders<\/p>\n anad.org<\/a><\/p>\n A long-standing organization dedicated to the prevention and alleviation of eating disorders<\/p>\n www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com<\/a><\/p>\n An organization that endeavors to raise awareness, promote early intervention, and eliminate stigma related to eating disorders. The Alliance publishes Treatment Referral Guides each year for providers and families as they search for the right treatment program<\/p>\n www.eatingdisorderhope.com<\/a><\/p>\n Education and support for individuals suffering from eating disorders and their families and friends<\/p>\n www.feast-ed.org<\/a><\/p>\n Empowering families through education, support, and advocacy<\/p>\n www.nationaleatingdisorders.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n National eating disorders helpline: 1-800-931-2237<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0Hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (ET) Mon-Thurs; and 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (ET) Friday.\u00a0 For 24\/7 crisis support, text ‘NEDA’ to 741741<\/p>\n Help line to connect people with support, referrals and information<\/p>\n www.edreferral.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n Has\u00a0a unique eating disorder search engine which allows you to do a simple search in your area or a more detailed search for specific information.<\/p>\n available in playstore<\/a>, appstore<\/a>.<\/p>\n App that provides recipes, food tracking, inspiration<\/p>\n www.teenlineonline.org<\/a><\/p>\n 1-800-852-8336<\/a><\/p>\n Anonymous teen to teen hotline.\u00a0Website offers information and resources: blogs, message boards<\/p>\n suicidepreventionlifeline.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n 1-800-273-TALK (8255)<\/a><\/p>\n Free and confidential support for people in distress, 24\/7.<\/p>\n www.samhsa.gov\/find-help\/disaster-distress-helpline<\/a><\/p>\n 1-800-985-5990<\/a><\/p>\n Immediate crisis counseling related to disasters, 24\/7.<\/p>\n www.samhsa.gov<\/a><\/p>\n 1-800-662-HELP (4357)<\/a><\/p>\n Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Treatment referral and information, 24\/7.<\/p>\n http:\/\/www.yourlifeyourvoice.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n National Hotline:\u00a01.800.448.3000<\/a><\/p>\n Crisis and support line for children, youth and their parents, 24\/7 and Spanish available. Multi-topic and issue assistance.<\/p>\n www.childhelp.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n 1.800.4ACHILD<\/a> (1.800.422.4453<\/a>)<\/p>\n Provides 24\/7 assistance in 170 languages to adults, children and youth with information and questions regarding child abuse. All calls are anonymous and confidential.<\/p>\n www.1800runaway.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n 1.800.RUNAWAY<\/a> (1-800-786-2929<\/a>)<\/p>\n Crisis line for youth thinking about running away, for youth already on the run and for adults worried about a runaway. 24\/7 help available.<\/p>\n www.loveisrespect.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n 1.866.331.9474<\/a><\/p>\n Peer advocates available 24\/7 to support teens with concerns about dating violence. Chat available thru their website, or text “LOVEIS” to 22522.<\/p>\n www.thetrevorproject.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n 1.866.488.7386<\/a><\/p>\n Provides 24\/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth.<\/p>\n suicidepreventionlifeline.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n 1.800.273.TALK (8255)<\/a><\/p>\n Support and assistance 24\/7 for anyone feeling depressed, overwhelmed or suicidal.<\/p>\n 1-800-584-9911<\/a><\/p>\n 24 hour recording containing information about emergency contraception<\/p>\n http:\/\/victimsofcrime.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n 202-467-8700<\/a><\/p>\n information and referrals to support. Online resources for victims of crime. Advocate for victim\u2019s rights.<\/p>\n 703-330-9312<\/a><\/p>\n 9380A Forestwood Ln birthright.org\/manassas\/<\/a><\/p>\n 703-361-9769<\/a>; 24\/7 Helpline\u00a01.800.550.4900<\/a><\/p>\n 10752B Ambassador Dr www.empowered2choose.org<\/a><\/p>\n 703-330-1300<\/a><\/p>\n 8691 Stonewall Rd, Suite B,\u200b Free medical services, counseling to consider options, counseling for men<\/p>\n Self injury or \u201ccutting\u201d refers to any self harm that involves inflicting injuries or pain on one\u2019s own body. Once seen and treated as a suicide attempt, trained mental health professionals now define the act of cutting as an unhealthy coping mechanism designed to immediately alleviate tension, anxiety, stress and\/or depression. In other words, when reality feels overwhelming, some turn to cutting themselves with sharp objects to relieve their inner pain.<\/p>\n Concerns should be raised in any of the following situations:<\/p>\n doorofhope4teens.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n doorofhope4teens@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n 914 .393.1904<\/a>; text or call\u00a0803. 570.2061<\/a><\/p>\n Texting line: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, 8:30 \u2013 10:00 pm<\/p>\n www.selfharm.net\/<\/a><\/p>\n Provides information about self harming, alternatives to harming, resources for friends and families.\u00a0It was last updated in 2003, and many external links don’t work.<\/p>\n www.mentalhealthamerica.net\/<\/a><\/p>\n Offers mental health self-screenings, how to help others, lists of support groups in a multitude of areas<\/p>\n emotionsanonymous.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n Support group for individuals experiencing difficult emotions. On-line and Skype meetings.<\/p>\n selfinjury.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n (800)-DONTCUT | (800)-366-8288 <\/a><\/p>\n Support for those who engage in repetitive self-harming behaviors<\/p>\n Emergency Room 8700 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20110<\/a><\/p>\n 703-369-8000<\/a><\/p>\n Emergency Room 15225 Heathcote Blvd, Haymarket, VA 20169<\/a><\/p>\n 571-284-1000<\/a><\/p>\n seizetheawkward.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n How to tell if a friend is struggling with their mental health; conversation starters and how to help.<\/p>\n www.hellogrief.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n Information and resources for grief\/loss<\/p>\n www.havenofnova.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n 703-941-7000<\/a><\/p>\n 4606 Ravensworth Road,\u00a0Annandale, VA 22003<\/a><\/p>\n A nonprofit, nonsectarian community organization of trained volunteers that offers emotional support to the bereaved, the seriously ill, the dying and to their families and friends. Haven also provides education to the community about the needs of those who are grieving.<\/p>\n www.griefshare.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n 1-800-395-5755<\/a><\/p>\n GriefShare seminars and support groups are led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. You\u2019ll gain access to valuable GriefShare resources to help you recover from your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life. It is very common to have mixed feelings about someone who is violent towards you. Find someone to talk to who will believe you and respect your feelings. Everybody gets angry sometimes, but there are times when some people get so angry they totally lose control. They may throw things, punch the wall, or hit somebody. They may even be sorry afterwards. www.thatsnotcool.com<\/a><\/p>\n Information for healthy relationships<\/p>\n www.athinline.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n Information on digital abuse: forced sexting, harassment.<\/p>\n www.loveisrespect.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n National Teen Dating abuse hotline: 1.866.331.9474<\/a><\/p>\n 24 hour counseling for dating violence, safety planning support and referrals. Online chat and texting available. Text \u201cLOVEIS\u201d to 22522. http:\/\/www.yourlifeyourvoice.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n National Hotline:\u00a01.800.448.3000<\/a><\/p>\n Crisis and support line for children, youth and their parents, 24\/7 and Spanish available. Multi-topic and issue assistance. Resources for tough situations;\u00a0call, text, chat, email<\/p>\n rainn.org\/about-sexual-assault<\/a>\u00a0– or –\u00a0rainn.org\/es<\/a><\/p>\n 24 hour hotline, chat available:\u00a01-800-656-HOPE (4673)<\/a><\/p>\n Information about sexual assault, consent, safety and warning signs, recovery<\/p>\n Statewide Hotline: 1.800.838.8238<\/a> www.vsdvalliance.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n Offers information for survivors<\/p>\n www.youthfortomorrow.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n Shelter and education programs for teens older than 12.<\/p>\n www.iwannaknow.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n Website offers information and resources about youth sexual health, STI\u2019s, relationships.<\/p>\nAlateen<\/h3>\n
Do it now foundation<\/h3>\n
Virginia NA – Narcotics Anonymous<\/h3>\n
National Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment Centers<\/h3>\n
Nicotine Anonymous<\/h3>\n
Bullying<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Facing History and Ourselves<\/h3>\n
Stop bullying<\/h3>\n
VetoViolence<\/h3>\n
ConnectSafely<\/h3>\n
Child Abuse<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Virginia Department of Social Services<\/h3>\n
House of Ruth<\/h3>\n
Stop it now<\/h3>\n
Eating Disorders<\/a><\/h2>\n
Stay Strong Richmond<\/h3>\n
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)<\/h3>\n
National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD)<\/h3>\n
The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness<\/h3>\n
Eating Disorder Hope<\/h3>\n
Families Empowered and Supporting Treatment for Eating Disorders (FEAST)<\/h3>\n
National Eating Disorders Association<\/h3>\n
EDReferral.com<\/h3>\n
Discovery in Recovery app<\/h3>\n
Hotlines<\/a><\/h2>\n
Teenline<\/h3>\n
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline<\/h3>\n
Disaster Distress Helpline<\/h3>\n
SAMHSA\u2019s National Helpline<\/h3>\n
Boys Town Your Life, Your Voice<\/h3>\n
Childhelp<\/h3>\n
National Runaway Safeline<\/h3>\n
Loveisrespect<\/h3>\n
Trevor Project Lifeline<\/h3>\n
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline<\/h3>\n
Emergency Contraception Hotline<\/h3>\n
National Center for Victims of Crime<\/h3>\n
Pregnancy\/Birth Control\/Family Planning<\/a><\/h2>\n
AAA Women for Choice<\/h3>\n
\nManassas, VA 22110-4735<\/a><\/p>\nBirthright<\/h3>\n
\nManassas, VA 20109-2626<\/a><\/p>\nCare Net Pregnancy Resource Centers<\/h3>\n
\nManassas, VA 20110<\/a><\/p>\nSelf-Injury<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Door of Hope 4 Teens & Young Adults<\/h3>\n
Self-injury: You are NOT the only one<\/h3>\n
Mental Health America<\/h3>\n
Emotions Anonymous International<\/h3>\n
S.A.F.E Alternatives<\/h3>\n
Hospitals\/Emergency Rooms<\/a><\/h2>\n
Novant Health UVA Health System Prince William Medical Center<\/h3>\n
Novant Health UVA Health System Haymarket Medical Center<\/h3>\n
Mental Health<\/a><\/h2>\n
Seize the Awkward<\/h3>\n
Death\/Loss\/Chronic Illness<\/a><\/h2>\n
Hello Grief<\/h3>\n
Haven of Northern Virginia Grief Support<\/h3>\n
GriefShare<\/h3>\n
\nFree daily email encouragement. Local meetings in Manassas.<\/p>\nRelationships\/Dating Violence<\/a><\/h2>\n
\nAbusive relationships tend to get worse, not better. Resist the temptation to give the abusive person \u201cone more chance.\u201d<\/p>\nThatsNotCool.com<\/h3>\n
A Thin Line<\/h3>\n
Loveisrespect<\/h3>\n
\nDownloadable materials, safety plan creation, am I a good partner? resources<\/p>\nBoys Town Your Life, Your Voice<\/h3>\n
RAINN: Rape, Abuse, Incest, National Network<\/h3>\n
Virginia Sexual & Domestic Violence Action Alliance<\/h3>\n
\nChat (confidential instant messaging)\u00a0Text: 804.793.9999<\/a><\/p>\nYouth For Tomorrow<\/h3>\n
American Sexual Health Association —\u00a0iwannaknow.org<\/h3>\n
LGBTQ<\/a><\/h2>\n
LGBT National Help Center<\/h3>\n