TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
How do you cope with the pain of an abortion?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for contacting TEEN LINE. I'm wondering what kind of "pain" you are talking about; and if its because you have experienced it. If it is physical pain then I encourage you to call planned parenthood at 800-230-7526. If it is emotional pain, abortion could be an overwhelming experience for a person, and to cope with it, someone would probably want someone to talk to like a therapist, or a trusted family member or friend. Maybe finding support systems would help that situation as well. It seems like it would help to talk about, so I encourage you to call TEEN LINE at 800-852-8336. The line is open from 6 to 10 PST.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
.ii think li miight be pregnant!?.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, I'm really glad you contacted TEEN LINE. I wonder whether you've taken any birth control tests...or have gone to a doctor to check whether or not you are really pregnant. I could imagine that it might be scary, and not knowing must feel really nerve wracking. Here is a number for a Planned Parenthood in Texas (I don't know specifically where you are in Texas, so this may not be near you, but you can call them, and I'm sure they'll be able to tell you where the nearest one to you is.) (972) 991 1424. Also, if you would like to call us at TEEN LINE, our number is 310 855 4673. We are ope

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
I got a 25 year old pregnant and she is blaming it on me, I understand it's haft of my fault but she blames the Whole thing on me. I don't know how I feel about this. I don't know how her husband would feel either... When this happened he was away, they also have two other kids, so I'm in a huge mess. I would like to know what you think. I think she will be getting an abortion since I'm only 14.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thank you for E-mailing TEEN LINE. Wow that's a really big age difference. You must have a lot going through your mind. I imagine that you're feeling really overwhelmed with everything that's happening. You probably feel really confused. Have you confided in anyone about this? If not is there a trusted adult or counselor at school that could help you clarify what you're going through? I just want to let you know that it is not your fault and that this can be considered child abuse. To report this and get support you could call the National Child Abuse hotline at 800-422-4453. If you ever want to talk to anybody at TEEN LINE feel free to call us at (310) 855-4673. We're open from 6pm to 10pm PST every night. Thank you :)

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
i have two questions.. I really need some help. me and my boyfriend kind of have sex..he'll put his penis in me but its coverd by his shorts &i have my shorts on. is there anyway I can get pregnate? &two.. i want to give him oral sex.. &he doenst have any STD's or anything. it is possable for me to get something?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey thanks for contacting us here at TEEN LINE. You sound a little confused about what you and your boyfriend have been doing and what is coming up in your relationship. Maybe you could see a professional to make sure, but if the penis is inside of you, there is always the chance that you can get pregnant. I don't think it's possible for you to get an STD if your boyfriend doesn't have any, but maybe you should make sure he has been tested and doesn't have any because sometimes people may not have any idea they have something if they have not been tested. Having protected sex with a condom is the safest and the only type of protected sex that protects against both pregnancy and STD's. But I will give you the number for Planned Parenthood at 323-223-4462 and they can give you answers to any questions you may have about pregnancy or safe sex or STD's. Finally, please feel free to call us here at TEEN LINE at 310-855-4673 from 6 to 10 pm PST. Good luck!

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
im 15 born 2-4-94 me and my boyfriend have had sex...my period is 7 days long i get it around the middle of the month.One month i got my period the next it came later than it usually comes and it lasted for only 2 days..the next month i cant even remember getting my period the next month it came on the 25 of june (2009) and tommorows the 25 and it doesnt feel like im going to get my period...i usually get cramps or something but i feel like its not coming...whats wrong am i pregnant are my hormones crazy or is it just me...i dont know what to do...i just would like to know whats going on with me can you help

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for contacting TEEN LINE. It sounds like you are scared of whether or not you are pregnant. I think the best way to find out if you are pregnant is to either go to the doctor to get tested or buy a home pregnancy test. You could also call Planned Parenthood and you could get tested there, they also have a lot of information on teen pregnancy, your options, and about STD's. The number is 323-223-4462 and you can also go to their website at www.plannedparenthood.org. Also, dont hesitate to call TEEN LINE at 310-855-4673, the line is open from6 to 10 PST.

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