TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
I recently started noticing how pretty girls are. They just are like really hot. I think I might be a lesbian. I mean when I watch movies with boobs hanging out (American Pie) I finger myself a lot. Does this mean I'm lesbian?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, It seems like you are feeling really confused right now. All the things you are describing can be a sign that you are lesbian. It can also mean that you are bisexual, which means that you are attracted to both males and females. It is completely normal to be questioning your sexuality at this age. Is there anyone who you could talk to about how you are feeling recently? A sibling, cousin, friend, or therapist? That might help clear things up for you and can also be a great support system. I also encourage you to call the Trevor Line. Their number is 800 850 8078. They are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and they would allow you to talk to others who are also questioning their sexuality. You can also call TEEN LINE to talk to us about anything that's going on. Our number is 310 855 4673. We are open every night from 6pm to 10pm PST. Thanks.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
i love crossdressing but alot of the time i have these really strong urges to be a girl. im a gifted athelete and play football and baseball. alot of times this feeling hits me like a tona bricks, what do i do

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, Thanks so much for contacting us here at TEEN LINE. Wow that sounds like it is a very confusing situation for you. Even though you may feel like you are the only one going through this, there are other teenagers like you having to deal with similar situations. Do you have anyone you can talk to about this that you trust? A hotline that can help answer your questions about crossdressing and whatever feelings you might have is the Trevor Line. The number for that is 800-850-8078 and their website is www.thetrevorhelpline.org. You could always contact us here at TEEN LINE, as well. Our number is 310-855-4673 and we are open from 6-10 PM PST.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
I'm a 16 year old girl, and up until this point I've always been straight. Well, I went to a club and had a one night stand with this other girl, and I realized that I love girls. I just love their curves and everything about them. Should I seriously consider calling myself lesbian, or is it just a phase? And should I have a relationship with the person or is it OK to have one night stands?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for contacting TEEN LINE.

It sounds like you are questioning your sexuality, which is totally normal at this age. The important thing about your sexuality is to be true to yourself. Is there anyone you know that has gone through a similar situation as you are? Or is there anyone that you would feel comfortable talking to ? Like a close friend, family member, or a school counselor? It might be tough talking to people about how you're feeling, but it might also help. If you want to talk to somebody that might have gone through something similar you can call the Trevor Line at 866-488-7386 and their website is www.thetrevorhelpline.org. Also you can call TEEN LINE at 310-855-4673 and we're open from 6PM to 10PM PST. We'd be glad to talk to you.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
i don't know how to say this so, here it is: i'm gay. i don't know if i can tell my parents. actually, i can't tell my parents. they always make smart remarks about gays, and i don't want that...that is why i cut. what do i do? i'm considering running away...maybe just getting up and walking out. they think i stopped cutting, and i did...but instead i'm smoking.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for contacting TEEN LINE.

It sounds like you're feeling lonely and confused about what you should do. I'm really glad that you were able to tell me that you're gay. I know that it can be hard to tell somebody. The important thing is that you're being true to yourself. Is there anybody that you can talk to about what's going on ? Like a close friend, a close relative, or maybe a school counselor? About the cutting - you're going through a lot but cutting is very dangerous. Is there anything you enjoy doing ? Like reading, or writing? Maybe whenever you feel the need to cut you can read or write? It can help you keep your mind off things. I can tell that you don't want to cut anymore - but smoking is just as dangerous. Again, maybe you can figure out something else you can do to deal with your emotions. You might want to contact the Trevor Line they're open 24 hours a day and you can talk to somebody who has been in the same situation as you. Their number is 800-850-8078, and it's a confidential hotline. Or you can check out their website: www.thetrevorhelpline.org . If you need to talk to somebody you can call TEEN LINE at 310-855-4673 and we're open from 6PM to 10PM PST.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
i am in love with my best friend. she has no clue that i am lesbiean. i just want her so badly she is pretty. a bleached blkonde tan girl. my sister is gay. how should i tell my friend i want to be with her for the rest of my life.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for emailing TEEN LINE. It's understandable why you're feeling confused about what you should do - it's hard to tell somebody that you love them. It must be hard to bottle up your feelings. Have you told anybody about your feelings towards your friend? Maybe your sister might have some insight? Or, what about a close friend, family member, or even a school counselor? I know that it's hard talking to people about your emotions but it might help to tell somebody. They might also be able to help you figure out a way to tell your friend how you feel. If you need to talk to somebody you can call TEEN LINE at 310-855-4673 and we're open from 6PM to 10PM PST.

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