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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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• What It Means to Be a Friend

  Thousands of you filled out our friendship survey. Find out what some of you said about being a good friend.

• How Can I Help a Friend Who Cuts?

  Some people cope by cutting themselves. This article helps friends understand why people cut and gives some tips on what you can to help your friend — and yourself.

• My Friend Is Talking About Suicide. What Should I Do?

  Have you heard that people who talk about suicide won't go through with it? That's not true. Read this article to learn some of the other warning signs that a person is considering suicide.

• Shoplifting

  Shoplifting can be a lot more serious than people realize. Read this article to understand more about it and how to help yourself or a friend to stop.

• Dealing With Addiction

  Find out what you can do if you think you or a friend has a drug or alcohol addiction - from recognizing the warning signs to suggestions to help you stay clean.

• My Friend Is Talking About Running Away: What Should I Do?

  Do you know someone who is having major problems? No matter how bad things get, running away is never a solution. Find out how to help your friend.

• I Think My Friend May Have an Eating Disorder. What Should I Do?

  Sometimes, normal body-image concerns cross the line and become eating disorders. Here's how to help if your friend might have a problem.