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Brittney McNamara

Features Director

Brittney McNamara is an award-winning journalist who has been reporting on health issues, including mental health, reproductive rights, sexual assault and LGBTQ+ identity since 2014. In her current role as the features director at Teen Vogue, McNamara investigated the #MeToo movement on college campuses; reported on abortion access under the Trump administration; explored how incarceration impacts the mental health of young people; and published a series on various health issues, including bullying and vaccination. Prior to Teen Vogue, McNamara was a newspaper reporter in Massachusetts.

Health

Science Says Your Parents Should Let You Sleep In on the Weekend

It could prevent early death.
Relationships

This App for Blind People is Going Viral — and You Can Help

"I like helping ppl and this mad cool and convenient."
Relationships

Ariana Grande Won't Let You Blame Her for Mac Miller's Reported Arrest

"How absurd that you minimize female self-respect and self-worth by saying someone should stay in a toxic relationship."
Sexual Health + Identity

Gavin Grimm Said He Feels "Relief" After a Judge Ruled in His Favor

The judge backed Gavin's lawsuit against his school board's treatment of transgender students using the bathroom.
Mental Health

Mindy Kaling Goes for a Run When She's Feeling Self-Doubt

"I try to get an endorphin rush before something I'm nervous about."
Sexual Health + Identity

R. Kelly Is Being Sued for Sexual Assault

A woman is accusing Kelly of sexual assault and giving her herpes in a new lawsuit.
Sexual Health + Identity

Sex Ed Will Soon Be in Virtual Reality

Learn about masturbation and pleasure on this virtual Lube River
Sexual Health + Identity

Kevin McHale Spoke Publicly About His Sexuality for the First Time

“People knew.”
Mental Health

Kendall Jenner Never Reads Her Instagram Comments

Not a bad idea.
Mental Health

This Is What Jaime King Wishes She Knew About Self-Care When She Was Younger

"Take time and learn that it's ok to say, 'no.'"
Sexual Health + Identity

A Republican Politician Just Asked Twitter What a Furry Is

"Please educate me as to what a furry is."
Relationships

These Polyamorous Owls Have Scientists Shook

Birds of a feather really do flock together.
Relationships

A Teen Allegedly Murdered His Ex-Girlfriend While Apparently Trying to Scare Her Into Dating Him

He reportedly staged numerous incidents to scare her so he could then be the hero.
Mental Health

This Ad Shows the True Meaning of "Beach Body Ready"

"Weeeeey! Love my beach body!"
Mental Health

How "Stranger Things" Star Caleb McLaughlin Copes With Self-Doubt

"It's easy to say, 'be your biggest fan.'"
Sexual Health + Identity

Iowa Might Ban Most Abortions in the State

The legislature passed a bill that bans abortion after a fetal heartbeat can be detected.
Sexual Health + Identity

These Students Are Making Sure Sexual Assault Survivors Feel Comfortable at School

"We want victims to recognize it isn't their fault. We want victims to feel validated."
Sexual Health + Identity

A Sorority in Georgia Is Being Investigated for Sexual Misconduct

The allegations against a chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha reportedly involve students and university staff.
Sexual Health + Identity

Students Walked Out of Class to Protest Their School's Alleged Mishandling of Sexual Misconduct

“This is the perfect example of blaming the victim."
Mental Health

Kanye West Opened Up About His Mental Health

He said he's "in a stronger place" than ever before.
Sexual Health + Identity

This Petition Aims to End Sexual Harassment at Music Festivals

It's not just Coachella that has a problem.
Health

This Vegan Blogger Is Getting Shamed for Buying a Crying Kid Ice Cream

"I shouldn’t have to justify myself to people for doing something kind for a child."
Health

This Girl Surprised Her Prom Date By Walking for the First Time in 10 Months

Yes, I'm crying.
Sexual Health + Identity

Halsey Said She's Freezing Her Eggs Because of Endometriosis

"I need to be aggressive about protecting my fertility, about protecting myself."