I’ve been trying hard in school, but sometimes I just feel so dumb in class. Dear Not a Star Student, Very few kids shine in every subject. Many students who ace English stumble over math, and many mathematicians can’t handle...
My parents pressure me to get perfect grades. They say a B- is unacceptable. When my sister got a C+, they freaked like she won’t get into a college. I tell them a C is average, but they won’t listen. ...
Sometimes when I’m alone, I talk to myself. Is this normal? Dear Self Talker, It’s OK to talk to yourself when you’re alone. Many people say things to themselves like, “I can do this,” or, “I have nothing to wear!” or...
My family just moved, and I’m going to a new school. People liked me at my old school, but I don’t know anyone here. I don’t know how to act. Dear New in Town, You don’t have to act...
This girl is having a huge holiday party, and she invited everyone in the class except three people. I was one of the three. She used to be my best friend. I don’t have the guts to ask her why she didn’t...
Whenever my best friend comes over, she doesn’t like doing anything. I like her, but I’m always bored. Dear Bored Bud, Make a list of stuff you like to do—alone and with other friends. Get creative, adding everything from playing Scrabble by the...
My room is an absolute disaster! My parents have had it with me and, through I hate to admit it, I feel trapped myself. How can I get it in order? Dear Disaster, If you could see my office, you’d know neat-and-tidy...
I have been having feelings for girls for a long time and I’m starting to think I’m a lesbian. A few months ago at school, I made a huge mistake. I told my friends what I was feeling. Other kids overheard and...
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