While millions appear to be normal on the outside, many are actually undergoing painful struggles within. March is Self-Injury Awareness Month, a time dedicated to understanding the problems that several people face, while also being there to provide comfort and hope. It is a time to break the stigma associated with open discussions regarding mental health issues that lead to major problems like self-injury. To put the issue of self-injury into perspective, according to the Centers for...

Popping Questions, Not Pimples!     You wake up one morning and start going through your regular morning routine when- hold on, what is that? Why is there a big red bump on your forehead? Many of us are introduced to some form of acne as early as our pre-teen years and even up to our mid-twenties.  Acne is incredibly common - so if you are dealing with annoying breakouts, you are certainly not alone. The good news? We have several treatments that are proven to work, and many of them come in...

As 2025 comes to a close, we want to take a moment to reflect on the stories, insights, and conversations that were shared on the Teen Connect Tampa Bay blog this year. Throughout the year, the blog served as a space dedicated to uplifting teen voices, sharing accurate health information, and raising awareness about topics that directly impact teens and young adults in our community.  Our posts this year touched on themes that are important to young people today. Topics such as mental...