Student Health Resources

The following include lists of reputable websites on a variety of health and mental health topics.

General Health and Mental Health Websites for College Students

• Go Ask Alice 
• Ulifeline 
• Set to Go
• Active Minds
• WebMD

Sexual Health and Healthy Relationships Websites

• Bedsider for information on birth control options
• Planned Parenthood League of America Teen Sexual Health Information
• Healthy Sexuals a sexual health prevention and education site 
• OneLove Foundation educates students on healthy and unhealthy relationships
• Love Is Respect empowers young people to prevent and end abusive relationships
• Safex Sex for Trans Bodies (PDF)
• Get Tested to find HIV and STI testing locations near you
• Breast exam infographic/instructions
• Testicular self-exam instructions

Alcohol Marijuana and Other Drugs Websites

• NIDA Infofacts list health information, data and most recent research for various substances
• NIAAA Rethinking Drinking connects you to tools to explore safer alcohol consumption
• CDC Marijuana and Public Health features up to date research and information about marijuana
• Go Ask Alice; Student Alcohol and Other Drugs questions answered without judgement or bias

Nicotine and Tobacco Information and Cessation Websites

• Tools, tips and advice for quitting tobacco and nicotine: www.teen.smokefree.gov
• Resources for quitting: www.becomeanex.org
• Facts about e-cigarettes, vaping and adolescent health

Nutrition and Body Image Websites

• MyPlate
• American Dietetic Association
• National Eating Disorders Association Body Image Resources

Mental Health, Stress and Emotional Well-being Websites

• Mind Tools Stress Management
• Stress and anxiety quiz
• Breathing exercises to reduce stress
• Signs of Emotional Distress
• Suggestions for talking to a friend who you are worried about
• "Greater Good in Action, Science Based Practices for a Meaningful Life"

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Here are our top picks for apps to support well-being. Unless indicated, all are available at the App store and on Google Play.

Mindfulness, Breathing and Meditation Apps for help with stress management, focus, mood and sleep

• Calm
• Headspace  
• Smiling Mind

Sleep Apps
These sleep apps can help you develop a healthy sleep routine, fall asleep easier and stay asleep longer.

• Pzizz
• MySleepButton
• Relax Melodies

Mood Enhancement and Tracking Apps

• Happify
• SuperBetter Resilience Training
• Daylio
• What's Up?
  • IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/whats-up-a-mental-health-app/id968251160
  • Andriod: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jacksontempra.apps.whatsup&hl=en
• Woebot

Smoking and Vaping Cessation Apps

• quitSTART
• This Is Quitting
• QuitNow!

Sexual and Reproductive Health Apps

• My Sex Doctor
• Check Your Self (prevention and self-breast exams)
• Clue Period Tracker
• Ball Checker (prevention and testicular exam details)
• Mypillapp birth control reminder

The following are phone and text service providers and support groups. In an emergency situation, always call University Police at (781) 891-3131.

Mental Health and General Health

• Massachusetts 24 Hour Suicide Prevention Hotline 617.247.0220
• Crisis Text Line: Text “Start” to 741741
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1.800.273.TALK (8255)
• Massachusetts 24 Hour Suicide Prevention Hotline 617-247-0220
• Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741 (US Only)
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

LGBTQ+ Support Services

• Trevor Project call or text 866.488.7386 for crisis intervention for LGBTQ+ people
• LGBT Peer Listening Line sponsored by Fenway Health 1.800.399.PEER (mon-sat 5p-10p)
• LGBT National Youth Talkline 1.800.246.7743 (mon-fri 4p-12a Eastern)
• Trevor Project AVAILABLE 24/7/365 Call: 1-866-488-7386  Text: START 678678
• LGBTQ PEER Listening Line Fenway Health Peer Listening Line (25 & Under): 617.267.2535,Toll Free: 800.399.PEER Hours: Monday-Saturday, 5:00-10:00pm
• LGBTQ National Youth Talkline  Call: 800-246-7743 Hours: Monday-Friday 4pm-12am Saturday 12pm-5pm

Substance Use/Abuse

• MA Substance Abuse Helpline 1.800.327.5050
• National Substance Abuse Helpline 1.800.662.HELP (4357)
• Alcoholics Anonymous: 617.426.9444
• Al-Anon and Alateen is for family members and friends of people who are substance dependent: 1.508.366.0556
• Cocaine Anonymous: 617.539.6090
• Marijuana Anonymous: 1.800.766.6779
• Narcotics Anonymous: 1.866.624.3578

Nicotine/Tobacco Cessation

• MA Smokers Quit Line 1.800.QUITNOW (784.8669)
• CDC Quit Line: 1.877.44U.QUIT(448.7848)
• Quitting for Juul or Vaping cessation; text “Quit” to 706.222.QUIT or text “Quitnow” to 202.759.6435 for cigarettes

Sexual or Relationship Violence

• Boston Area Rape Crisis Center 24/7 Hotline: 1.800.841.8371
• REACH Beyond Domestic Violence 24/7 Hotline: 1.800.899.4000
• Love is Respect text “LOVEIS” to 22522 or call 1.866.331.9474 to chat with a peer advocate

Sexuality and Sexual Health Support

• Planned Parenthood Teen Chatline Call 1-800-230-7526
• STI and HIV testing locator