How Can I Cope With My Dad’s Death?
My dad died last year. I’m still so sad all the time. Is this ever going to get easier?– Ty* Recovering from this type of loss is a difficult process that takes time. There’s no “right” amount of time...
View ArticleHow Can I Help Someone Who’s Being Bullied?
A girl in my class is overweight and other kids constantly make fun of her and try to push her lunch tray out her hands. Is there anything I can to do help her?– Diana* To the girl being bullied, just...
View ArticleMy Boyfriend and I Broke Up. How Can I Feel Better?
My boyfriend and I broke up last month. I thought I’d be OK by now, but I’m totally miserable. What can I do to feel better?– Stacey* Recovering from a break-up isn’t easy. To help you deal with your...
View ArticleHow Can I Become Less Shy?
I’m shy and scared about starting high school. What can I do to become less shy and try to make friends?– Lily* One of the best ways to get over shyness is to think of the things that make you nervous...
View ArticleHow Can I Stop My Nightmares?
I have really bad nightmares. Is there anything I can do to get them to stop?– Hunter* Almost everyone has nightmares from time to time, but certain things can contribute to persistent bad dreams. For...
View ArticleI Don’t Want to Talk to My School Counselor. What Should I Do?
I have a problem but don’t want to talk to my school counselor because my friends have all seen her and they say she’s no help. What should I do?– Chandrae* Start by giving your school counselor a...
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Is It Normal to Think About Sex a Lot?
I think about sex a lot. Is that normal, or am I a pervert?– Aubrey* It’s normal to think about sex — occasionally or frequently. As people mature physically and emotionally, they become increasingly...
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How Can You Stop Before Things Go Too Far Physically?
When you’re making out with a guy, how do you stop it from going too far without hurting his feelings?– Andrea* It’s obvious that you really like and care about this guy because you’re concerned about...
View ArticleCan I Talk to My Therapist About Private Family Stuff?
My mom’s been upset about something. We’re real close, and I knew something was up with my dad. When I asked if they were getting a divorce, she sort of spilled and asked me not to tell anyone. I...
View ArticleCan Stress Affect My Weight?
How does stress relate to gaining weight?– Erin * For many people, there’s a direct connection between stress and weight gain: When they feel stressed, they turn to food for comfort. That’s bad enough,...
View ArticleWhat If I Don’t Feel Comfortable With My Therapist?
I’ve been going to therapy for over a month and I still don’t feel comfortable talking to my therapist. I don’t feel any better than I did before going to therapy. I really don’t know what to do. –...
View ArticleHow Can I Stop Focusing on My Flaws?
When people compliment me, I’m still not satisfied. I focus on my flaws and it makes me feel horrible. What are some tips for focusing on the good and not the bad?– Jane* One of the best ways to focus...
View ArticleI Think My Boyfriend Has an Eating Disorder. How Can I Help?
I think my boyfriend has an eating disorder. He doesn’t eat for a whole day, and the next day he eats but he overeats and then throws it up. I’m worried and I want to help him. – Sam* Not everyone...
View ArticleHow Can I Deal With All My Stressful Situations?
Lately I haven’t felt anything but anger and frustration from being in school, dealing with all the bullies at school and abusive teachers, then coming home and having to deal with my parents because...
View ArticleIs Spitting Out Food an Eating Disorder?
I used to have a serious eating disorder so I know what anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating are. For the past year though I have been doing this weird thing where I put the food in my mouth and chew...
View ArticleWhat Are the Health Effects of Chewing and Spitting Out Food?
I’ve been chewing and spitting out food as a way to manage weight. At first, I would do it every once in a while, when there was a special dessert or something, to get the taste without the calories....
View ArticleDoes Having Asperger Syndrome Make Puberty More Difficult?
I have Asperger’s and I’m having a hard time with puberty. Does Asperger’s make puberty more difficult? – Justin* It can. Going through puberty brings on physical and emotional changes for all teens....
View ArticleI Think I Have OCD. What Should I Do?
I’m 13. Ever since I can remember, I’ve had strange habits like tapping my fingers. Now I always spell words I hear using my fingers. This affects my concentration at school and slows my reading and...
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Is My Grief Normal?
My brother died 6 months ago. Some days are OK, but I still have days when I miss him so much I cry. Is that normal? People tell me I should be over it by now, so I usually keep my feelings to myself....
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