GirlsLife.com - My sister ran away. What should I do?

My 15-year-old sister ran away. I know where she is, but I’m afraid to tell because I don’t want to get in trouble.

Dear Confused,

This is a serious situation. Rather than keep silent, reveal your sister’s whereabouts to a parent, or talk to a school counselor, psychologist, clergyperson, relative or some trusted adult who can help. I realize you don’t want to tattle on your sister, but if she’s in danger, speaking up can make a difference—or even save her life.

BY CAROL WESTON ON 4/27/2012 12:00:00 AM

Hey KatieBeiber, since nothing else seems to work, the only thing I would suggest is to stay away from her as much as possible. Whenever she says something mean to you in school or at home, walk away. When you are in the car sit in the front seat instead of next to her. If you have to be around her, put headphones in and listen to music or start reading a book. It will also help to show her that her words don't affect you. The reason she teases you is because she knows it hurts your feelings and makes you feel bad. So the next time she says something just laugh it off or simply say okay. Hope this helps! Xoxoxo

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD!
Okay so im a triplet...so i have two sisters my age. We all go to the same school. Well my one sister keeps bringing me down, telling eveyone to hate me and tease me. She calls me beyond rude names and i've tried telling my mom, my mom tried doing something about it but no matter what my sister won't stop!I ignore her, I tell her to stop, sometimes i fight back but NOTHING works! I cant go anywhere without her insulting me! Everytime shes by me she bring something up out of the oridinary that pushes my buttons! Shes the one that made me insecure...everytime someone tells me im beautiful i say im not all because of her and her comments! right before I wrote this she insulted me! I need help please!! Lynae P.

I've kinda been thinking about running away to London. I was chosen to go their for a scholarship with my brother, but my mom won't let us go. I was really excited and really wanted to go, even If it interferes with my survival.

by peppercyndaquil13 on 8/20/2012 6:48:01 PM

Wow, I can never imagine having someone in my family running away. I agree that you should tell your parents of someone else.

by MistShield14596 on 7/9/2012 9:47:00 PM

I am so sorry, but you need to a adult right away. I hope she gets found soon

by fearless4ever on 7/7/2012 6:04:52 PM

by KatieBieber on 6/23/2012 3:02:07 PM

This happened to me when I was about 7 and caused me to deal with anxiety my whole life. Just keep yourself calm, if she is 'mature' enough to run away, she is mature enough to find her way back.

by clang848 on 6/14/2012 2:24:49 PM

Becca G.

is modding

Caroline M.

is modding

Lauren R.

is modding

Lynae P.

is modding

My sister ran away. What should I do?

ADD A COMMENT