Being a teen today comes with different pressures than it did 10 years ago.
Just ask the staff of Annex Teen Clinic, a Robbinsdale-based nonprofit where young people of all genders and sexualities can receive sex-positive, affirming, sexual healthcare.
“I think teens and young adults today are dealing with a lot more stress related to racism, misogynoir, transphobia, homophobia, the external push to work more hours for less pay, unstable housing, homelessness, and the pressure to always be ‘on’,” said Andre Le Blanc, the Director of Clinical Services & Operations for Annex Teen Clinic.
Technology can also play a big role in a teen’s life. Hannah Mikhelson is a Health Mentor and Sexuality Educator.