TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
hey, i totally suck at talking about my feelings and asking for help... any pointers???

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey,

Thanks for contacting TEEN LINE. It is ok to have trouble talking about your feelings. A lot of people do. Sometimes it is easiest to express your feelings to someone you are really close to, like a good friend or family member. Also writing in a journal or doing some type of art can be a good way to express yourself. If you want you can always call or chat online with us here at TEEN LINE. We are open every night from 6-10 PM PST and our number is (310) 855-4673.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
what number can I call for gambling problems?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hi, Thanks for contacting TEEN LINE. I am really glad you realized you have a gambling problem and you are seeking help. Have you told anyone about this? I can give you the number to gamblers anonymous at (888)424-3577 where you can go to meetings and meet other people with gambling problems. If you want, call us here at TEEN LINE 310-855-4673 between 6-10pm pst.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
I hate living here and i always have. There are many reasons why.I tried to talk to my parents but they didn't understand. How can I get out of this place and start living somewhere else?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey! Thanks for contacting TEEN LINE. It seems like you're frustrated because your parents don't understand what you're going through. Have you tried talking to anyone else about this, like maybe a friend or any other trusted adult? It's easy to become aggravated and annoyed when parents don't listen to you. Therefore, maybe talking to someone else or even writing in a journal can help in just relieving stress and letting out your feelings. This may help to clarify what's going on in your mind. Have you ever thought of what you do like about where you live? Even if it's just one thing, maybe you could try to focus on the positive aspects of your town, it may help distract you from the things you feel negatively about. If you want to talkvmore, call us at 310-855-4673 between 6-10pm pst.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
What do you do when you feel like your doing everything wrong and have no purpose in life?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for contacting TEEN LINE! It seems like you're feeling really lost and overwhelmed with everything going on. Have you tried talking to someone about how your feeling? Is there someone, like a friend, relative, or even school counselor that you can confide in that may be able to help you find meaning in everything that's going on? If you ever want to talk, don't hesitate to call TEEN LINE at (310) 855-4673 from 6PM to 10PM PST.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
i need alot of help. can someone please talk to me

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for contacting TEEN LINE. I am wondering what you need help with? We can definitely talk to you at TEEN LINE, you can call us at 310-855-4673 or chat with us on www.teenlineonline.org from 6 to 10 pacific standard time..

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