As youth reach adolescence, they begin exploring sexuality, gender identity, and health - all normal parts of growing up. Those topics can also be hard to talk about for youth and guardians alike. During this episode of Girl, Empowered, Dr. Sohee Williams, a board-certified OBGYN at Pacific Women’s Center in Eugene, shares insights into how youth tackle the tough (or sometimes embarrassing) questions, and how parents and community members play an important role in their development.

Girls who grow up experiencing Autism Spectrum Disorder also experience all kinds of relational issues with their peers and adults. Let’s learn more from a young woman who grew up experiencing ASD.

Whether it's celebrating cultural joys and traditions or learning how to combat the increased racism during the last several years, youth use AAPI Heritage Month as a way to tap into who they are. Let's listen.

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week February 21-27 reminds us that anyone can struggle with disordered eating no matter what their body looks like. Let's talk about how adults can support positive conversations around food and bodies with youth.

New Year’s resolutions oftentimes feed into a toxic focus on diet, exercise, and our bodies that harm our body images. How can we learn to love our bodies instead?