TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
this boy used to like me when i was younger . but i was didnt know if i liked him and i was shy . but now i like him alot. but i dont think he likes me any more. and i really like [love] him.. help

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey thanks alot for contacting TEEN LINE. It sounds like you are dealing with a confusing situation with your friend. It can be a difficult situation to be in, to not know if someone likes you. That must be really frustrating. Have you thought about talking to him? Have you talked to your friends? They are often a good source of comfort! But, if you feel more comfortable talking to someone else you can call or chat with a teen here at TEEN LINE we are available 6 to 10 p.m P.S.T. The number is (310)855-8336.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
Since about December of my junior year of high school, my friends and I have steadily been drifting apart. Now I don't talk to them that much. There was no disagreement that I can remember, and I think the problem may have just been that I for some reason became more socially awkward and less fun to hang out with. I am now a senior and have people I talk to, but don't really connect with enough to hang out with. What is the best way for me to talk to these old friends and possibly reconnect?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for emailing us here at TEEN LINE. It can be really disconcerting when you break away from your group of friends, especially in high school. I want you to know that people drifting apart is a natural part of high school and you aren't alone. You must feel confused and a little lonely now that you don't have your old friends to hang out with, though. Maybe you could try eating lunch at school or seeing a movie with even just one of your old friends. Sometimes little things like a smile in the hallway could bring people together, or make them more comfortable around each other. It can be a little awkward to talk to people you haven't talked to in a while, but sometimes, just overcoming a little awkwardness can help you re-establish relationships. Please feel free to call us here at TEEN LINE at 310-855-74673 from 6 to 10 pm PST everynight!

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:

My boyfriends family decided to put him in a troubled teen home or rehab for teens. They won't tell me where he is or when he is coming home or if i will ever be able to talk to him. he is not a huge drug attic. he just took a few pills every now and then. what is usually the amount of time until he will be able to call me or me to go and see him? and if he does get to talk to me over the phone will he be able to tell me where he is. his parents took him and wouldnt even let him say goodbye. i was with him everysingle day since march and i just feel betrayed and i cant be happy until he is back or i can talk to him.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hi, Thank you for contacting TEEN LINE. It must be so tough and devastating to have your boyfriend taken away without any notice. It sounds like you think its really unfair. You mentioned that your boyfriend wasn't a major drug addict. This must be confusing for you as to why he was sent away. I know that different rehabs have different rules and restrictions, so I can't tell you when you will be able to see or talk to him again. I hope that you have alot of support in your life that can help you through this hard time. You are always welcome to call us here at (800) 852-8336 or live chat with us any time between 6-10 p.m. PST. .

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
My issue is my relationahip with my parents. I have recently gotten in a lot of trouble, and when i got caught i ran away. i was only got for about 12 hours before i came home. when i got home it seemed like my relationahip with my parents was ruined forever. my mom and i were best friends and are closer than alot of girls and their mothers my age. i dont see the light on the other side of the tunnel this time. it seems like i have nothing now, and im scared that sooner or later, if this doesnt get better, i will result to hurting myself, or worse, becuase of the depression. i am looking for some comfort in anything, since i usually find comfort in talking things over with my mom, i cannot do that this time.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
I'm really glad you contacted TEEN LINE. It sounds like your relationship with your mom is really important to you, and that the change in the relationship is a true loss for you right now. I can imagine you must be feeling pretty lonely, and sad...and understandably so. I'm worried to hear that you think you might hurt yourself, or kill yourself. I wonder if you have considered talking to anyone else about your feelings. I know that you would have usually gone to your mom to talk about them, and I can imagine not being able to speak with her must feel scary. Is there an adult at school, another relative, or a friend that you would feel comfortable confiding in? I'd like to give you the number of a suicide hotline, so you can turn to the hotline if you feel like you need to talk 800 784 2433. Also, here is a self-injury website, www.self-injury.net. If you ever want to talk, you can always call us at TEEN LINE as well, our number is 310 855 4673, open 6 to 10 PM PST.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
ok well i have dating this female for 3 months and it a long distance realtionship i mean i have been in some long distance relationships and she havent this is her first long distance and it kinda hard for her and stuff we both love each other and she mean so much to me but we keep arguing and fighting about nothing. and we talk about it but it dont do no good something but tonight was are last time talking and i really want us to work but i dont what to say t her to make her wanna stay and show her i really want this so if somebody can help me with this please help ok...

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey thanks for contacting TEEN LINE, it sounds like being in a long distance relationship is a difficult situation to be in. It's good that you are there for your girlfriend to help her along. You mentioned that you get into arguments lately, and that talking about it is not really helping. Does she know how you feel? Is there anyone else you can talk to about it? Maybe they can help give you perspective. You can call us so that we can talk about this further. The number is (310) 855-4673 from 6 to 10 pm. We look forward to hearing from you. .

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