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Coming Out
Coming out (or not) is a personal choice that depends on you and your situation. Learn more in this article for teens.
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Managing Your Emotional Reactions
People who do a good job of managing emotions know that it's healthy to express their feelings, but that it matters how they express them. Get tips in this article for teens.
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Understanding Other People
Being able to predict how other people might feel, act, or react is a skill that helps us build better relationships. These tips can help you develop the skill of understanding others.
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Teens Talk About Love (Video)
In this video, teens talk about dating, relationships and breakups -- including their parents as role models and dealing with divorce.
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Apologizing
We all mess up at times. An apology tells someone that we're sorry for the hurt we caused — even if we didn't do it on purpose. But does an apology fix everything? And how should you handle it if someone apologizes to you? Find out here.
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Assertiveness
Assertiveness is the ability to speak up for yourself in a way that is honest and respectful. But it doesn't come naturally to everyone. Find out if you're too passive, too aggressive, or just assertive enough.
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Is My Body OK? Am I Having Self-Esteem Issues?
Find out what the experts have to say.
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Gratitude
Gratitude doesn't just feel good. Focusing on what's good in our lives can also be good for us. Find out how in this article for teens.
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How to Break Up Respectfully
Breaking up means having an awkward or difficult conversation. Here are some ideas on what to say and how to say it - and why it's best to break up in person.
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Protecting Your Online Identity and Reputation
The virtual world is full of opportunities to interact with people around the world. It's also a place where nothing is temporary and there are no "take-backs." Here are some tips for safeguarding your online identity.
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Your Thoughts on Falling in Love
More than 5,700 visitors took our survey on falling in love. Here's what you told us.
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Love and Romance
Loving and being loved adds richness to our lives. When people feel close to others they are happier and even healthier. But what makes a good relationship? Find out here.
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Sexual Attraction and Orientation
Both guys and girls often find themselves having sexual thoughts and attractions. For some, these feelings and thoughts can be intense — and even confusing.
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Getting Over a Break-Up
If you're trying to get over a break-up, you're not alone. Just about everyone experiences the type of grief we call heartbreak at one time or another.
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Am I in a Healthy Relationship?
Does your boyfriend or girlfriend treat you as well as you treat him or her? Does your BF or GF support you in good times as well as bad? Does he or she get who you really are? Find out if you're in a healthy relationship.
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Abusive Relationships
Abuse has no place in love. Read this article to find out how to recognize the signs of abuse and how you can get help.
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Date Rape
About half of people who have been raped know the person who attacked them. This article explains what date rape is, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you've been raped.
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Virginity: A Very Personal Decision
Deciding whether it's right for you to have sex is one of the most important decisions you'll ever have to make. Each person must use his or her own judgment and decide if it's the right time - and the right person.