I don’t want to talk to my surviving parent about sex, but I have questions, hear a lot of things about it at school, and I am curious about it. What can I do?
When I met Dr. Cunningham at the new Wolfgang Puck Express in one of the University of Chicago hospitals, he was 10 minutes late and on the phone. His eyes looked tired, his hair dishevelled, and his phone was as closely pressed to his ear as humanly possible. The stress he was under was obvious, but he still radiated friendly warmth. The eager helpfulness apparent in his eyes reminded me so much of my dad.
Why do my armpits smell?
After losing a parent, many of us worry about how our lives will change, the new responsibilities we will acquire, and how we will need to become more reliable. These can be some of the most difficult and intimidating thoughts we face after a parent dies, especially if we pressure ourselves instantly become a stronger person in order to support our loved ones.
It’s been 40 years this past June, June 9th to be exact, since my father was killed in an accident, riding his motorcycle. I was 10 years old that summer. School was getting out that week, and I was supposed to bring the drinks for our end-of-the-year class party. I remember that I called a friend to tell her that I couldn’t bring the Kool Aid; and, that my dad was dead. I said it just like that, still not believing it was real.
a place to learn (from adults and other teens who have experienced parental death) what to expect and how to…
a journey through pictures, videos, and writing to provide you with hope when everything seems hopeless.
Surviving LifeAfter A Parent Dies
where teens can discuss what they’re going through to help them through the difficult transition when a parent dies.
a forum for teens who have coped with parental death to share their experiences with others who may understand.
