Housing Instability and Youth: Why Awareness Matters
November 3, 2026
At Teen Health Connection, we understand that a young person’s health and well-being are closely connected to their environment and access to basic needs.
How Substance Use Affects Teen and Young Adult Development
October 6, 2026
It is important to understand how substance use and misuse during adolescence and young adulthood can have lasting negative effects on physical, emotional, behavioral, and cognitive development.
People spend approximately 1/3 of their lives asleep – it is an essential biological process often overlooked when people think about improving their health and wellbeing.
Why Sleep Matters for Teens
August 3, 2026
People spend approximately 1/3 of their lives asleep – it is an essential biological process often overlooked when people think about improving their health and wellbeing.
This time of year also brings a return to routine, building healthy sleep habits, eating a nutritious breakfast, staying up to date on immunizations, and making sure annual physicals are scheduled.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – More than 10,000 students graduated from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg school district this year, including two participants from Teen Health Connection who spent years preparing for the moment.
Make Summer Fun and Safe!
July 6, 2026
With Gratitude and Anticipation for the Great Work Ahead, Dr. Jennifer Thomas
With Gratitude and Anticipation for the Great Work Ahead, Dr. Jennifer Thomas
