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The question: My friend has started to trust me with secrets about how she has sex with college guys and is getting into dangerous prescription drugs. I want to help her see that she's going down a bad path, but I don't want her to hate me for it. I don't know how to be a good friend to her! What do I do? My answer: Sometimes, the best way to be a good friend is to risk losing the friendship completely. It sounds crazy but it's true. If you want to do the right thing for your friend, you... Read Full Story

One creative way to start your dad's day. June is just around the corner, which means that so is Father's Day. This year, why not get a jump start on a gift so you're not scrambling around at the last minute? For the perfect Father's Day gift, you don't need a lot of money - just a little creativity. (And doesn't your dad deserve it?) Here are 6 Inexpensive Fathers' Day Gift Ideas to get your mind working. And if you've already got the perfect gift idea, share it here ! Read Full Story

The question: In 2 weeks I'll be going to high school and my girlfriend will still be in middle school. How do you think we can make this work out? Was it a mistake going out now? My answer: If you and your girlfriend really like each other, then it shouldn't matter much that you'll be going to different schools next year. (Shoot, some couples stay together even if they're not in the same city or state.) Use your school day as a chance to... Read the rest, and give him your own advice! Read Full Story

Is your bedroom decor still the same as it was when you were a kid? Then you don't need me to tell you that it's probably time for an upgrade. This new Associated Press article has some great tips on where to begin without spending a ton of money. For instance, rather than swapping out all your furniture, adding some new cushions or splurging on just one piece (like a bigger bed) might be all you need to do. You can also check out 10 Cool Teenage Room Ideas for fast, easy ways to make... Read Full Story

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A reader on the Teen Advice Forum asked this question yesterday: Straight up, if I have sex with a guy will I get strong feelings for him? The way I see it: not necessarily, but it might change the expectations you have for your relationship with him. Sex can make you feel closer to a guy, and it might make you think that your bond is stronger. But that doesn't mean that he feels those same things. That's why, before you have sex with anyone, you've got to make sure that you're... Read Full Story

Planning to find a summer job? You might need to lower your expectations a little. According to a new study , only around 27% of teens who want a job actually have one, which is down from 46% in 2000. In fact, the job market for 16- to 19-year olds is worse than the markets for any other age group. If you want to earn some extra income this summer, you might need to dig deep. These teen job search sites are a good place to start. You might also need to consider a different type of... Read Full Story

Some adults, like these in Pennsylvania , think that teens aren't getting enough training before scoring their drivers' licenses. 77% of Pennsylvanian voters think that teens should take 15 extra hours of lessons, bumping required hours for that state up to 65. Considering that accident rates for teens are higher than for any other age group, they might be onto something. Then again, is drivers' ed the issue - or is it the way teens act when they're behind the wheel (texting, talking... Read Full Story

Some adults, like these in Pennsylvania , think that teens aren't getting enough training before scoring their drivers' licenses. 77% of Pennsylvanian voters think that teens should take 15 extra hours of lessons, bumping required hours for that state up to 65. Considering that accident rates for teens are higher than for any other age group, they might be onto something. Then again, is drivers' ed the issue - or is it the way teens act when they're behind the wheel (texting, talking... Read Full Story

The question: Is my friend a lesbian?? She and I have been hanging out a lot, and she keeps touching me all over. I don't have a problem with lesbians, I just don't like how she touches me. Like one time we had a sleepover, and she thought I was asleep, and she reached over and started touching me. I don't know what to do. I don't wanna ruin our friendship but I wanna know the truth. My answer: Your friend's sexual preference is kind of beside the point. And the point is: if someone's... Read Full Story