Problems at School

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• Teens Talk About Bullying (Video)

  In this video, teens talk about their experiences with bullying.

• Should I Fight a Bully?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• I Helped Spread a Rumor. What Should I Do?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Is It OK to Talk to a Teacher About Personal Problems?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• I Bullied Someone. How Can I Apologize?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Someone Is Spreading Rumors About Me. What Can I Do?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Asking for Help: Getting Past Obstacles

  Sometimes our ideas and beliefs stand in the way of asking for help. Here are ideas for teens on how to get past 5 common barriers to getting help.

• About Getting and Giving Help

  Sharing problems can help us cope better. Get ideas on reaching out for (and offering) help in this article for teens.

• I Have Asperger Syndrome. How Do I Make New Friends?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• How Can I Help a Classmate With Autism?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Cyberbullying

  Using technology to bully is a problem that's on the rise. The good news is awareness of how to prevent cyberbullying is growing even faster. See our tips on what to do.

• What Stresses You Out About School?

  Find out what our readers said about how they handle back-to-school worries.

• I Don’t Want to Talk to My School Counselor. What Should I Do?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Coping With Cliques

  Are you on the outside looking in or the inside wanting out? Find out how to deal with cliques in this article for teens.

• Peer Pressure

  Responding to peer pressure is part of human nature — but some people are more likely to give in, and others are better able to resist and stand their ground. Find out how to make the right choices for you.

• How Can I Help Someone Who’s Being Bullied?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• School Counselors

  School counselors can give you all sorts of tips and support on solving problems and making good decisions. But how do you meet with a counselor and what is it like? Find out here.

• Learning Disabilities

  Learning disabilities affect the brain's ability to receive, process, analyze, or store information. These problems can make it difficult for a student to learn as quickly as others - but they have nothing to do with a person's intelligence.

• Test Anxiety

  Everyone feels a little nervous and stressed before a test. And a touch of nervous anticipation can actually help keep you at peak performance. But for some people, this normal anxiety is more intense.

• Drugs: What You Should Know

  Lots of people are tempted by the excitement or escape that drugs seem to offer. But learning the facts about drugs can help you see them for what they are - and can help you steer clear.

• Someone at School Has a Weapon. What Should I Do?

  If you suspect that someone is bringing a weapon to school or threatening someone else's life, it requires immediate attention. This article offers some tips on getting help.

• Prom Pressure

  For some, the prom is a special night to look forward to. For others it can seem like just another reason to worry and feel stressed out. Here are some strategies for overcoming prom pressure.

• Getting Along With Your Teachers

  Teachers can help with more than just classwork. A good relationship with a teacher today may help you in the future - find out how in this article.

• Dealing With Bullying

  Bullying has everyone worried, not just the people on its receiving end. Learn about dealing with bullies, including tips on how to stand up for yourself or a friend.

• Should You Worry About School Violence?

  Do you worry whether school is a safe place? Find out what you need to know about school violence in this article.

• Alcohol

  Deciding whether to drink is a personal decision that we each eventually have to make. Get the facts about alcohol.