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PrEP for HIV Prevention- Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center

Interested in PrEP for HIV prevention? Here's what you need to know and what to expect at your Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center appointment!

Feeling down or stressed out? Here's one of the most important things you can do, from clinical psychology intern Charisa Chamorro, MSW. #MentalHealthMonday

Social Anxiety? Embrace the Awkward

Social anxiety? Here’s how to embrace the awkward, from clinical psychology intern Charissa Chamorro, MSW. #MentalHealthMonday ----- 10-26 years old in NYC? Call 212-423-3000 to get confidential, comprehensive, judgment-free health care—all at no cost to you!—at the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center. No immigration restrictions, no insurance needed.

Social Anxiety- Embrace the Challenge

Socially anxious? The more you practice being in social situations despite your #anxiety, the easier it gets. Watch our clinical psychology intern Charissa Chamorro, MSW explain how to embrace the challenge! #MentalHealthMonday ---- 10-26 years old in NYC? Call 212-423-3000 to get confidential, comprehensive, judgment-free health care—all at no cost to you!—at the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center. No immigration restrictions, no insurance needed.

Got Sun?- Mental Health Monday

Got sun? Watch our clinical psychology intern Charissa Chamorro, MSW explain how sunlight can help your mood on today’s #MentalHealthMonday! ---- 10-26 years old in NYC? Call 212-423-3000 to get confidential, comprehensive, judgment-free health care—all at no cost to you!—at the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center. No immigration restrictions, no insurance needed.

Paced Breathing- Mental Health Monday

Feeling overwhelmed? Inhale deeply for a count of 4, and exhale deeply for a count of 6. Clinical Psychology Intern Charissa Chamorro, MSW, explains why paced breathing works in today’s #MentalHealthMonday ---- 10-26 years old in NYC? Call 212-423-3000 to get confidential, comprehensive, judgment-free health care—all at no cost to you!—at the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center. No immigration restrictions, no insurance needed.

This National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, be the boss you know you are! There are more options than ever before to prevent #HIV. Want to learn more & 10-26 years old? Call 212-423-3000 to get confidential HIV prevention & other care at the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center, all at no cost to you! #NBHAAD #StopHIVTogether

Did you know PrEP is for women, too? #PrEP is a highly effective option to prevent HIV when taken as prescribed. This National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, learn more about adding PrEP to your sexual health toolbox! 10-26 years old in/near NYC? Call 212-423-3000 for confidential, compassionate care, including PrEP, at no cost to you at the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center. #NBHAAD #StopHIVTogether #ShesWell

Using Temperature to Cope- #MentalHealthMonday

Having an intense emotion and want to change it? Try using temperature. Watch our clinical psychology intern Charissa Chamorro, MSW explain how on today’s #MentalHealthMonday. ---- 10-26 years old in NYC? Call 212-423-3000 to get confidential, comprehensive, judgment-free health care—all at no cost to you!—at the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center. No immigration restrictions, no insurance needed.

Feeling Depressed? Do the Opposite- Mental Health Monday

If you’re struggling with depression, try doing the opposite of what your brain is telling you to do, even if it’s difficult. Our clinical psychology intern Charissa Chamorro, MSW discusses why in today’s #MentalHealthMonday. --- 10-26 years old in NYC? Call 212-423-3000 to get confidential, comprehensive, judgment-free health care—all at no cost to you!—at the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center. No immigration restrictions, no insurance needed.

Deep Breathing- Mental Health Monday

The next time you have a panic attack, take a deep breath. Our clinical psychology intern Charissa Chamorro, MSW, explains how this can help calm your body on today’s #MentalHealthMonday. --- 10-26 years old in NYC? Call 212-423-3000 to get confidential, comprehensive, judgment-free health care—all at no cost to you!—at the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center. No immigration restrictions, no insurance needed.

#MentalHealthMonday- Anxiety & Curiosity

Feeling anxious? Watch our clinical psychology intern Charissa Chamorro, MSW, explain how to use curiosity to explore what you’re feeling, in today’s #MentalHealthMonday. --- 10-26 years old in NYC? Call 212-423-3000 to get confidential, comprehensive, judgment-free health care—all at no cost to you!—at the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center. No immigration restrictions, no insurance needed.

Anxiety & Curiosity- Mental Health Monday

Feeling anxious? Watch our clinical psychology intern Charissa Chamorro, MSW, explain how to use curiosity to explore what you’re feeling, in today’s #MentalHealthMonday. --- 10-26 years old in NYC? Call 212-423-3000 to get confidential, comprehensive, judgment-free health care—all at no cost to you!—at the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center. No immigration restrictions, no insurance needed.

I Got the Vax- Edison

"I'm looking forward to living a normal life."-- Edison, 18, on the #COVID19Vaccine

I Got the Vax: Alyssa

"I'm a dancer, so I'm looking forward to comtinuing to take classes in bigger settings and bigger studios, both staying safe and keeping others in the studio safe." -- Alyssa, 18 years old, on the COVID-19 vaccine

I Got the Vax- Lucas

Lucas, 15, got the #COVIDvaccine because he felt like if he didn't, he'd be giving the world an unnecessary punch in the face. 👊🏽 Watch his video to learn more about his vaccine experience!

I Got the Vax- Kayla

Kayla, 18 years old, got vaccinated so she could safely return to school in Pennsylvania. Watch to learn more about her #covidvaccine experience! 💚

I Got Vaxxed- Nana Gyebi

Nana Gyebi, 12 years old, shares what he’s looking forward to most now that he’s vaccinated against COVID-19! #IGotVaccinated #COVIDVaccineAdvocate

Meet our Teen Parent Program Team!

Our Teen Parent Program lets young parents and their children get comprehensive care together, under the same roof and during the same appointment, all at no cost to them. 13-22 years old in NYC? Call 212-423-3000 to make an appointment. You’ll be welcome. No immigration restrictions, no insurance needed.

Nana Osei, 19 years old, got the COVID-19 vaccine because he felt it was his obligation as a U.S. citizen—and because of a bet he made with his sister. Watch to learn about his vaccination experience! #IGotVaccinated #COVIDvaccine

Not Alone- Robin

“You deserve the space to take care of yourself in the ways that you feel are best.” – Robin in today’s #NotAlone. This video is part of our #NotAlone series highlighting authentic, first-person stories of coping and survival through the pandemic.

Not Alone- Dr. Angela Diaz

Young people are really like birds. They need to be free. They need to fly, fly, fly.” Watch our director Dr. Angela Diaz discuss why she’s looking forward to hugs, building an inclusive society, and the point in the future when we all have access to what we need to heal on today’s #NotAlone. *Please note that this video was filmed prior to approval of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for those ages 12 and up. If you’re 12-26 years old in or near NYC, you can get vaccinated at the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center on Wednesdays. Make an appointment here: tinyurl.com/COVID19VaccineAppt or call 212-423-3000.

Not Alone- Lola

Not Alone- Nathalie Duroseau, DO

Not Alone- Sharilyn Perez, MBA

Not Alone- Reggie Warren, MPH, CHES

You Are Not Alone- Ambar

Not Alone- Caryn Moore, LCSW

Sharing our lives with other people can help us feel connected, which have a major impact on our sense of well-being and how we handle stressful situations! #COVID19 🤳 Share photos of your outfits or makeup. Do your nails together. 🥐 Bake or cook together or share photos of your food. 🎮 Video chat while you watch TV or play video games. 🌇Send each other photos of the view outside your window, or your study/work from home area.