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How to talk to your friends about your mental health

If you’re reading this right now, there’s a good chance you’ve probably struggled with something—anything—in your life. For many teen girls, that struggle comes in the form of mental health (depression, anxiety, ADHD, SAD, etc.). If you struggle with any...
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Thinking about coming out? Advice for LGBT+ teens

Although our society is generally moving in a positive direction in terms of accepting the LGBT+ community, coming out can still be an incredibly scary thing for many LGBT+ teens. June is Pride Month, so if you're thinking about coming...

LIFE: Dear Carol

"Help! I can't stop being mean to my mom."

Dear Carol, My parents are getting a divorce. I’ve been pretty good with the whole thing, but I still have a problem with my mom. You see, whenever I’m with my dad, I’m kind and sweet and never complain...
LIFE: Dear Carol

How to deal when your parents mention the "D" word

My parents are separated. One of my friends asked me about my dad, and I found it hard to even sputter, "I don't like to talk about it." I could tell she was embarrassed and so was I. Is there...

LIFE: Dear Carol

How to get your parents to give you some space

I don’t know why, but I’ve felt like I need to back-talk my dad because he has so many rules—and most of them don’t make sense. All I want lately is to be alone, but I never get any privacy. ...
LIFE: Dear Carol

What to do if you're feeling extra emotional

I cry at night for no reason, but I feel dorky talking to a school counselor. Dear Help! You’d feel dorky talking to a counselor? You’re feeling miserable now! Remember that counselors have heard it all. People in helping professions would never laugh or...

LIFE: Dear Carol

Dear Carol: 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...
LIFE: Family

How to deal with your mom's strict rules

We've all been there: Mom didn't let ya sleepover your BFFs (when all your other friends were allowed), and last week she totally freaked when you asked if you could go see a movie with your BF. You've told her...

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