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Adolescence 9/e Book Cover
Adolescence, 9/e
John W. Santrock, University of Texas, Dallas

Sexuality

Web Links (Referenced in Text Margins)

The Kinsey Institute
(http://www.indiana.edu/~kinsey/index.html)

This institute at the U. of Indiana, named after the famous sex researcher, Alfred Kinsey, has available research information, publications, and links to other related sexuality web sites.

http://www.indiana.edu/~sris/abtsris.html

http://www.wsu.edu:8080/~brians/serious/health.html

Sexuality Research Information Service
(http://www.ssrc.org/fellowships/sexuality/)

This new on line resource provides recent information about several different areas of sexuality, including adolescent sexual behavior.
The International Lesbian and Gay Association
(http://www.ilga.org)

This worldwide organization is dedicated to achieving equal rights for lesbian and gay individuals.
The International Lesbian and Gay Association
(http://www.iglhrc.org/)

This worldwide organization is dedicated to achieving equal rights for lesbian and gay individuals.
The International Lesbian and Gay Association
(http://www.epn.org/links/gaylinks.html)

This worldwide organization is dedicated to achieving equal rights for lesbian and gay individuals.
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
(http://www.ngltf.org)

Includes general information about gays and lesbians, press releases, publications, and links to other related web sites.
Supporting Gay and Lesbian Rights
(http://www.glaad.org/org/index.html)

Explore a number of articles about gay and lesbian rights.
Lesbian and Gay Issues
(http://www.glsen.org)

The website of the Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network that includes a resource library.
Alan Guttmacher Institute
(http://www.agi-usa.org/)

Adolescent Pregnancy
(http://www.etr.org/recapp)

The web site of the Resource Center for Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention with a wide range of information, including recent research and resources.
Teen Pregnancy Reduction Initiative
(http://www.advocatesforyouth.org/tpp.htm)

This clearinghouse of teen pregnancy prevention has descriptions of model programs, culturally specific information, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Teen Pregnancy Reduction Initiative
(http://aspe.hhs.gov/hsp/teenp/97-98rpt.htm)

This clearinghouse of teen pregnancy prevention has descriptions of model programs, culturally specific information, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Teen Pregnancy Reduction Initiative
(http://www.advocatesforyouth.org/publications/pag/effcywoc.htm)

This clearinghouse of teen pregnancy prevention has descriptions of model programs, culturally specific information, and answers to frequently asked questions.
CDC National Prevention Network
(http://www.cdcnpin.org/)

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention's website on STDs and AIDS with extensive information about these topics.
American Social Health Association
(http://www.ashastd.org)

One of the best web sites for information about sexually transmitted diseases. Includes information about a number of hotlines regarding STDs.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases Resources
(http://www.noah-health.org/)

This Ask NOAH web site on STDs has a wealth of information about the basics on STDs, prevention, statistics, a wide range of STDs, and treatment.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases Resources
(http://www.cdcnpin.org/std/start.htm)

This Ask NOAH web site on STDs has a wealth of information about the basics on STDs, prevention, statistics, a wide range of STDs, and treatment.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases Resources
(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/sexuallytransmitteddiseases.html)

This Ask NOAH web site on STDs has a wealth of information about the basics on STDs, prevention, statistics, a wide range of STDs, and treatment.
Adolescents' STD Knowledge
(http://www.kff.org/content/archive/1465)

This website describes the Kaiser Family Foundation Survey of STDs in adolescence; explore what adolescents know and don't (but should) know about STDs.
Preventing STDs in Adolescence
(http://www.fda.gov/opacom/catalog/ots_stds.html)

Read about strategies for preventing STDs in adolescence with detailed information on the use of condoms.
Syphilis
(http://www.cdc.gov/nchstp/dstd/Fact_sheets/syphilis_Facts.htm)

Explore what syphilis involves, its transmission, symptoms, and prevention.
Chlamydia
(http://www.unspeakable.com/facts/chlamydia.html)

Learn more about what chlamydia is, getting tested, treatment, and other aspects of this STD.
Genital Herpes
(http://www.niaid.nih.gov/factsheets/stdherp.htm)

Read about the symptoms of genital herpes, recurrences, treatment, complications, and other aspects of this STD.
HIVInfo Web
(http://www.infoweb.org)

This web site has a wide range of information about HIV/AIDS, including prevention and treatment.
Center for AIDS Prevention Studies
(http://www.caps.ucsf.edu)

Explore various prevention studies, such as the Young Asian Men's Study; links to other HIV/AIDS sites are provided.
HIV/STD Education
(http://www.advocatesforyouth.org/hivstdnw.htm)

Emphasis is given to HIV/AIDS and STD awareness. Peer educators and facts sheets are discussed.
HIV/STD Education
(http://www.cde.ca.gov/cyfsbranch/lsp/health/hiv.htm)

Emphasis is given to HIV/AIDS and STD awareness. Peer educators and facts sheets are discussed.
HIV/STD Education
(http://www.indiana.edu/~aids/fact/fact.html)

Emphasis is given to HIV/AIDS and STD awareness. Peer educators and facts sheets are discussed.
Signs of HIV Infection in Females
(http://www.stadtlander.com/hiv/hivwomen.html)

This article by the coordinator of the New Jersey Women and AIDS Network describes some possible indicators of HIV infection in females.
Sexual Assault
(http://www.cs.utk.edu/~bartley/saInfoPage.html)

Provides a number of links to information about many aspects of sexual assault, including acquaintance rape, counseling, prevention, and women's resources.
Sexual Harassment
(http://www.eeoc.gov/facts/fs-sex.html)

Explore many aspects of sexual harassment, such as how to avoid it, counseling, sexual harassment at work and at school, and resources.
Sexual Harassment
(http://www.vix.com/pub/men/harass/harass.html)

Explore many aspects of sexual harassment, such as how to avoid it, counseling, sexual harassment at work and at school, and resources.
Sexual Harassment in Schools
(http://www.aauw.org/9000/search.html)

This National Education Association web site examines various aspects of sexual harassment in schools.
SIECUS
(http://www.siecus.org)

The web site of the Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States (SIECUS) with descriptions of programs, international activities, information for parents, publications, and extensive connections to related web sites.
Does Sex Education Work?
(http://www.caps.ucsf.edu/sexedtext.html)

This web site at the U. of California-San Francisco explores why adolescents need sex education and how it can be improved.
The National Center for Sexuality Educators
(http://www.advocatesforyouth.org/sexualit.htm)

Explore responsible, relevant, and realistic adolescent sexuality programs.
The National Center for Sexuality Educators
(http://rmc.library.cornell.edu/HSC/faq/HSCfaq-1.htm)

Explore responsible, relevant, and realistic adolescent sexuality programs.
Abstinence
(http://www.siecus.org/media/press/press0004.html)

Read a recent SIECUS report on the role of abstinence in the lives of adolescents.
The National Center for Sexuality Educators
(http://www.stopthinkbesafe.org/educators/resourcesE.asp)

Explore responsible, relevant, and realistic adolescent sexuality programs.