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My parents watch a bunch of crime shows like Law and Order, NCIS and CSI. I have a feeling they’re affecting me. I imagine violence everywhere. It makes me afraid to go places and fall asleep. I think I need a psychologist. Do you?

 

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I think you need to walk away from the television. Ask your parents to watch these shows in their bedroom or after you’re asleep. Even if they keep watching in the open, you don’t have to. I never watch scary shows—they spook me, too. By the way, real life is nowhere near as dangerous as TV makes it seem. You should be smart and sensible and safety-conscious, but you should not be paranoid. Still worried? Talk over your fears with your school counselor.

 
 

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My best friend recently told me a big secret and I don't know if I will be able to treat her the same as before. What should I do?!?!

 

hey! you have to talk to her about your feelings, based on her reaction and how sorry she is, you can re-evaluate your friendship and see if she really is a true pal. 


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In response to my other question thanks my icon changed
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no prob girl!

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I keep trying to change my icon but whenever I check back
to see if its my new icon its the old one

 

hey girl! when you make changes to your profile, it has to be approved by a moderator. let me see if I can approve yours for ya Smile

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by redvelvetluv on 1/16/2013 2:45:51 PM

 
 

hehe my parents do the same thing and it is sometimes scary... I know how you feel

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by nsitton on 1/15/2013 5:51:50 PM

 
 

LOL, The random cat in the picture.

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