My parents want to adopt another kid

My parents are talking about adopting a kid. I think it’s a great idea, in theory. But I’m not sure how I really feel about it. What do you think? Adoption is a tricky thing, especially since it’s not just one person that...

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I'm afraid my parents are gonna get divorced

My parents have always argued, but in the last few months, things seem to be getting worse. They are constantly fighting, and nothing I do seems to help. How can I keep my family together? I’m sorry you’re going through this, girlie...

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Hating on my hometown

I am no longer happy in my hometown. I want to move to where the rest of my family is (cousins, grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc). I have friends here but they are rude and hurtful. I know that my family would move, if...

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Help me tame a mean li'l sis

My li’l sis just turned ten and most of the time she is two-faced. One day she will be super excited about something and be super happy and nice to me that day. Otherwise she is plain mean and very selfish...

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Brighten a bad relationship with your parents

It’s pretty common for tweens and teens to feud with their family members during puberty and beyond. But when spats go from blue-moon occurrences to everyday affairs, you risk sacrificing one of the most important relationships a girl can have...

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How to talk to parents about tough stuff

So you’re in a sticky sitch. You’re period’s been a little off, and you’re not sure if you should see a doc about it. Or you think your friend is in trouble, and you’re worried about her. Or maybe you’ve...

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