Teen Health Course 2

Introduction
Even though blemishes are a normal part of puberty, no one likes to see them appear. The question is, what is the best way to treat them? On the Web site below, you will read some of the commons myths about acne and learn the most effective ways to treat it.

Link to explore: Skin Care Physicians: http://www.skincarephysicians.com/acnenet/acne.html

Instructions

• Start at the Skin Care Physicians Web site.
• Click on and read through the “What is Acne?” and “Myths About Acne,” “When to See a Dermatologist,” and “Acne Treatment” pages. Take notes as you read.
• When you are done answer the questions below.
• Finally, using the information from the link, come up with a bookmark to hand out at school that has “Acne Myths and Facts” on one side and “Acne Treatments” on the other.

1.			How many people get acne?
2.			Is it true that acne is caused by poor hygiene and washing your face more will make it go away?
3.			Is it true that teens with acne just have to endure it?
4.			When should a teen consider seeing a dermatologist about his or her acne?
5.			What are four of the seven tips for taking care of acne?