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I need help building a positive body image. Because I am skinny, lack curves, and still wear a size A. I feel like boys aren’t attracted to me. What should I do?
Posted February 16, 2017 under Ask Us.You are not alone in your desire to build a more positive body image. Adolescence is an especially tough time for body image. One important thing to remember is that […]
Read more »I’m not sure when or how to apologize for something I did. Can you help?
Posted February 10, 2017 under Ask Us.Usually you will know in your heart when you should apologize. Typically you will feel badly if you said or did something that hurt someone else. Sometimes you may not […]
Read more »I’ve had bulimia for almost 3 years, and now I’m in the recovery process. Some days I’m fine and other days I feel fat and terrible about myself, especially before/during my period (I bloat badly during that time). Is there anything I can do to lessen the bloating during my periods? And is there anything I can do to take my mind off of all the food I ate when I feel fat?
Posted January 31, 2017 under Ask Us.The recovery process for bulimia will have some days that are harder than others and it is important that you find ways to cope through those times. For days that […]
Read more »My periods are regular every month but I don’t get period pains. Is there something wrong with me?
Posted January 25, 2017 under Ask Us.Menstrual periods can be pain-free for some teens and adult women, but others may have mild cramps. Both are normal. Nothing is wrong with you. You just got lucky!
Read more »I’m usually a happy person, but sometimes I feel upset and inclined to self-harm. However, since I’m not diagnosed with Bi-Polar depression I don’t feel like I deserve help. Is it just a phase? How can I get over this if I’m not validated?
Posted January 20, 2017 under Ask Us.Some moodiness is normal throughout the teen years, but especially in the early teens. It’s possible that this is a phase and you will feel better in time. However, if […]
Read more »Do pills or injections really help to increase breast size? What alternative can be used to make my breasts bigger?
Posted January 13, 2017 under Ask Us.There are no pills or “injections” that you can safely use to increase your breast size. The size of a woman’s breasts can vary from person to person and they […]
Read more »I have gas and sometimes diarrhea. What do you recommend?
Posted January 5, 2017 under Ask Us.Gas (“breaking wind,” “flatulence,” “farting”) and diarrhea (change in regular bowel habit- usually 3 or more loose/watery stools a day, less formed stool and more frequent) can be caused by […]
Read more »What is PMOS?
Posted December 27, 2016 under Ask Us.Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) is a hormone imbalance that can cause irregular periods, unwanted hair growth, and acne. PMOS begins during a girl’s teen years and can be mild […]
Read more »My friend just told me they’re gender fluid. I love them, no matter what, but I’m finding it hard to switch from “she” to “they” all the time and will make mistakes by accident. I don’t want them to feel bad, so how can I get better?
Posted December 20, 2016 under Ask Us.It’s important that you are honoring your friend’s wish to use a different pronoun, and it’s normal that you sometimes make mistakes. Pronoun use is very much a habit for […]
Read more »Can exercise make your period lighter?
Posted December 12, 2016 under Ask Us.Yes, especially if you are thin or not taking in enough nutrition to fuel your body. Participation in gym class exercise or an afterschool soccer team usually doesn’t affect your […]
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