TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
i am having an issue with my best friend and girl I love. She is a very special girl and I've known her since I was 10. We've had off and on relationships for the past few years. My issue is that she is addicted to wecamming with older men. She lies about her age and tells false stories. She eventually will expose herself to people between 19 and 40 years old. And she is so young. It is breaking my heart and I don't know what to do. I've already confronted her and long story short she promised that she would stop. But I am having suspicions that she has continued doing it after a few days. I really need help on this one

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hi, I'm glad you e-mailed us here at TEEN LINE.
It sounds like you are very concerned for this girl who you love and is also your best friend. It must be difficult watching her do this to herself. I'm glad to hear that you confronted her. I'm wondering if you feel hopeless trying to stop her from doing this to herself. Have you thought about talking to her parents? From what you've said, it really seems like what she is doing is affecting you greatly. Do you think that talking to someone else about this, maybe a friend, or someone you trust like an adult or a teacher can help ? You can always call or chat with us here at TEEN LINE from 6pm to 10pm PST at 800-852-8336 or www.teenlineonline.org.

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