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What can I do that might help with feeling depressed?

October 20, 2014 Judy

It has been a little over six months since my mom suddenly passed away after 7 years of being sick…

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Posted in: Tips & Tricks Filed under: dealing with emotions, depression, help

I can’t stop feeling that my mom’s death was preventable and my fault.

May 26, 2014 Judy

I lost my mother in a very sudden incident, and I can’t stop reliving the situation on how she could have been saved. I can’t stop feeling that it was preventable and my fault.

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Posted in: Moving Forward Filed under: communication, help, how to, siblings

How does one explain death to younger siblings?

May 5, 2014 Judy

How does one explain death to younger siblings?

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Posted in: Uncategorized Filed under: ask an expert, communication, help, siblings, think parent will come back

Pimples, Zits, Spots, and Acne

April 21, 2014 Slapd User

What can I do about pimples? And when should I seek treatment for my acne? 

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Posted in: Uncategorized Filed under: acne, awkward!, girls and boys, help, pimples

Family, Friends, and Psychologists

March 26, 2014 Slapd User

When things are hard, we all need somebody with whom to talk. Death is hard; there’s no getting around it.…

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Posted in: The First Year Filed under: find comfort, find support, help, tips

Getting Dad to Approve of Dating

March 21, 2014 Slapd User

I really like this boy, and I think we’re going to start dating. How do I tell my dad and get his approval?

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Posted in: Uncategorized Filed under: awkward!, dating, help, just for girls, tips

Girl Drama

March 19, 2014 Slapd User

Lately, I’ve noticed conversations excluding me. People are ignoring me, and people laughing at me–someone said they just didn’t want me as a friend anymore. Why would someone choose to be mean to others for no reason?

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Posted in: Uncategorized Filed under: awkward!, communication, help, just for girls, mean girls

My parent died from severe illness; how do I know that I won’t die from the same thing?

March 10, 2014 Judy

My parent died from severe illness; how do I know that I won’t die from the same thing?

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Posted in: Moving Forward Filed under: ask an expert, death from illness, doctor, help

Why are my younger siblings acting like nothing happened?

March 3, 2014 Judy

Whenever I’m with some of my younger siblings they act as if nothing has happened; it makes it seem like they don’t care even though I know they do. Why are they acting this way?

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Posted in: At Home Filed under: communication, help, siblings

First Period

February 21, 2014 Slapd User

I got my period for the first time, but I don’t want to tell my dad! Who do I ask for protection and an explanation on how to deal with this?? 

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Posted in: Uncategorized Filed under: awkward!, help, just for girls, period, personal

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