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My parents drink every weekend, and I don’t like it. I tell them, but they get angry. My mom denies she even gets drunk, and my dad just yells at me! I don’t know what to do.

Since you’ve tried in vain to talk to your parents, it’s time to seek help. Alcohol abuse is serious, and it can be difficult on family members. Contact Alateen, an organization for teens who are affected by others’ drinking. Call...

I always have dandruff. I use anti-dandruff shampoo but it doesn’t work. What can I do?

Feeling flaky got you flustered? Check with a dermatologist for a definite diagnosis of dandruff. “Dandruff is not very common in adolescence,” says dermatologist Dr. Alexa Boer Kimball. “Sometimes, the problem is psoriasis—red, scaly skin on the scalp, elbows and...

Do guys believe in long-distance relationships?

Bill: A few years ago, I would have said, “No way!” Now, I say, “They work better than they did a few years ago.” E-mail, instant- and text-messaging, and unlimited cell-phone service make distance a virtual non-issue in relationships. But...

My friend’s parents separated months ago, but she hasn’t told me. I found out from my mom. Should I let her tell me on her own, or should I bring it up? I wonder, in near tears, why she’s left me out of the loop.

Dear Friend Troubles,You’re hurting because you feel left out, but your friend is also hurting and probably not ready to talk about her troubles. Be sensitive to this. Perhaps she imagines that if she doesn’t talk about it, the problem...

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Since you’ve tried in vain to talk to your parents, it’s time to seek help. Alcohol abuse is serious, and it can be difficult on ...Feeling flaky got you flustered? Check with a dermatologist for a definite diagnosis of dandruff. “Dandruff is not very common in adolescence,” says dermatologist Dr. ...
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