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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.

Sexual Health + Identity

This Model Is Speaking Out About Being Bullied for Having Dark Skin

"I learned to love myself more every day."
Health

This Teen Became Fluent In Spanish After Waking Up From a Coma

“I felt like it was like second nature for me.”
Mental Health

This New Facebook Tool is For Anyone Who’s Ever Been Bullied

All the resources you need in 55 languages.
Mental Health

Aaron Carter Just Opened Up About His Drug Abuse and Depression

In a rare interview, he talks about his sister’s death and spending all of his money.
Fitness

This Is EXACTLY How Lea Michele Works Out

Get ready for some intense cardio.
Health

How Your Social Media Is a Dead Giveaway for How Unhealthy You Are

*realizes last 10 uploads are just images of pizza*
Sexual Health + Identity

Amber Tamblyn, Lena Dunham, and More Star in a Powerful Sexual Assault Video

"I knew my body wasn't safe after that."
Sexual Health + Identity

These STDs Reached All-Time High Rates Last Year

“The country’s systems for preventing STDs have eroded.”
Sexual Health + Identity

Everything Donald Trump Got Wrong About Late-Term Abortion

It isn't a choice women take lightly.
Mental Health

Jojo Opens Up About Her Struggle With Addiction

“I believe in talking to a therapist.”
Health

Ever Wonder if Your Poop Is Normal? This One’s for You

The average turd looks like "a long, smooth sausage."
Fitness

What This Victoria’s Secret Model Did When Her Flight Got Cancelled

Bridget Malcolm is not a drill.
Sexual Health + Identity

Bella Thorne Is in Playboy — but It’s Not What You Think

"If you're confident enough to show off your body, you should."
Relationships

Adrienne Bailon Opens Up About Being Sexually Harassed and Too Afraid to Speak Up

“It consistently happened to the point where I was like, ‘This ain’t cool.'"
Mental Health

Amanda Seyfried Gets Real About Taking Medication for OCD

“If you can treat it, you treat it.”
Fitness

Shay Mitchell’s Workout Routine Will Blow Your Mind

"I want to do my own stunts.”
Sexual Health + Identity

These Dolls for Boys Are Breaking Every Gender Stereotype About Kids' Toys

Like American Girl dolls but for boys.
Sexual Health + Identity

Joe Jonas Really Doesn’t Understand Why It Was Wrong to Name His First Sexual Partner

“Life’s too short, you know?”
Sexual Health + Identity

These Are the Most Homophobic, Transphobic Cities

The Human Rights Campaign ranked over 500 cities.
Health

‘Purple Ninja Turtle’ Ecstasy May Have Caused a 16-Year-Old’s Death

Police warn the pills might be lethal.
Mental Health

This Hashtag Shows Exactly Why It’s So Hard for Sexual Assault Survivors to Come Forward

Victim blaming and doubt from friends and family are real.
Sexual Health + Identity

22 European Countries Abuse Transgender People With Forced Sterilization

As of this week, France has stopped requiring it.
Mental Health

BREAKING: Donald Trump Made Extremely Disturbing Comments About Teenage Lindsay Lohan Being ‘Great in Bed'

This adds to the list of predatory and derogatory things he has said about women.
Mental Health

Lady Gaga Says Donald Trump’s Comments Was Like “Re-Living” Her Assault

“Trumps words at [the] debate sent abused women into a panic.”