Angry Girl
She’s attractive, well-liked, and cruel; she calls people names, spreads gossip, and acts cruelly.
How to proceed: Speak with the parent, teacher, or principal. Steer clear of her and try not to interact. Spend time with true friends, and never take criticism personally.
Busting Out
All girls acquire breasts; they just don’t all get them at the same time or size. It’s possible to attract attention by developing early.
How to proceed: You require the support of a properly fitting bra. Tell an adult in charge of you if you feel uncomfortable around someone (such a parent, counsellor, or trusted teacher).
Embarrassed Online
The name of the guy you admire on Instagram has been posted by someone. It’s likely that half of your school has seen it.
How to proceed: Give your close pals exclusive access to your Instagram or other social media accounts. Modify your privacy settings to restrict who can view or post on your page to them exclusively. Block schoolchildren who are pestering you on the internet, and let your parents and administrator know.
Too Afraid to Speak
Though you’re not comfortable speaking in front of others, you already know the solution.
How to proceed: Public speaking intimidates a lot of people. However, you can get past that fear. Have faith in your ability to talk, and force yourself to do so. The more you practise, the easier it should be. Even if you find it difficult to talk to your teachers in class, make sure you interact with them.
I detest my nose!
The centre of your face seems to be the focus of attention for everyone, whether it’s large or uneven. The goal is to correct it via plastic surgery.
How to proceed: As we approach puberty, our faces alter. Surgery includes hazards even though it can alter your nose. Your nose can reshape over time, even following surgery. Apply makeup. It can appear smaller with darker foundation on each side. Consider if you are being overly critical of yourself as well. We sometimes fail to recognise the beauty that is already within us.
Left Out
Jocks, Goths, artistic youth, and cheerleaders. Except for you, every student at your school is a member of a clique. You’re confined to the exterior.
How to proceed: Who requires cliques? Make buddies with similar interests to your own. Since you don’t dress appropriately or aren’t popular enough, true friends won’t exclude you. Simply because of who you are, they will want to hang out with you. In actuality, you will move through a number of social circles during your adolescence, and if you don’t feel welcome in one, you’ll probably find acceptance in another.
Realities of Cyber Romance
Someone you’ve been speaking with online seems friendly and wants to get to know you in person. Must you leave?
How to proceed: Don’t, as you are genuinely unsure of their identity. Regretfully, there are those who are excellent internet liars. Never submit a picture of yourself, promise to meet someone in person, or provide private information such as your address, phone number, or true name. You should cease communicating with someone and let your parents know if they behave strangely towards you or won’t accept no.
Not all that interested in them
How can you end things without destroying someone’s heart?
How to proceed: Be truthful, yet gentle. Not over text, but in person: break up. And don’t talk about it in jest afterwards. Treat others with the respect you expect.
Period Issues
Your pal whispers to you that there’s a bright red streak down the rear of your trousers as you’re making your way to class. Your menstruation coincided with the middle of the school day.
How to proceed: To disguise the stain, untuck your shirt or tie a jacket around your waist. Then, go to the nurse’s office or a reliable instructor. Moving forward, have a spare set of jeans, pants and tampons in your locker in case it occurs again.
Bad Breath
Your closest pal says you have horrible breath!
How to proceed: You may not be brushing and flossing thoroughly if your mouth smells awful all the time. Alternatively, it might have been your lunch. Brush your tongue and other parts twice a day. Try some sugar-free gum or mints. To test, lick the back of your hand, then once it dries, sniff it. See your dentist or doctor if nothing improves.
You’re Like a Baby to Your Parents
Your parents act like you’re three years old even if you’re a high school student. In front of your pals, they constantly tell you to “drink your milk!” and “zip your jacket!”
How to proceed: Assist them around the house, maintain your grades, and perhaps even take up a part-time job to demonstrate your maturity. It would also be awkward to be treated like a child in front of your pals, you could say.
Unhappy Attitude
You want to snuggle up in bed and sleep, but your buddies are heading out. You can’t attribute your constant terrible mood on your period. You are no longer happy with anything.
How to proceed: You may be depressed if your sadness lasts for more than two weeks. Inform your parents. They can arrange for you to see a therapist, who can assist in sorting things out. You may feel a lot better after talking to someone about your emotions.
Risky Consumption
Every day, your friend overindulges during lunch. After that, they dash to the loo to vomit. You express your concerns to them, yet they don’t listen.
How to proceed: An eating disorder can be the cause. They risk seriously injuring their body if they continue to spew up. Speak with another adult, such as a parent, teacher, or school counsellor, who can help them obtain the assistance they require, as they won’t listen to you. Tell your friend that you would like to involve an adult because you are concerned. Although you will want to maintain your friend’s trust, this intervention might save your life.
Belly Fat
You believe that the first thing people notice about you is your muffin top.
How to proceed: Check your weight in real life: Are you comparing your weight to actresses, models, or other media representations, or are you actually overweight? If you are actually out of shape, don’t feel horrible about it; instead, make improvements to your nutrition and lifestyle. Discuss your worries with your physician.
Overindulgence in Alcohol
You or a loved one has frequent alcohol consumption. It concerns you.
How to proceed: Give Alateen a call or speak with a guidance counsellor. Never get into a car with someone who is buzzed, and never drink and drive. Inform your friend of your concern and enlist the assistance of a responsible adult.
You’re Caught Bullying
You’ve been making fun of a girl at school. She informed the principal now.
How to proceed: Being a bully doesn’t require hitting someone. Bullying also includes making up unsavoury rumours and taunting. Consider your feelings in the event that you were treated in the same manner. Even if you didn’t mean for it to reach this far, speak with a counsellor and obtain support so you don’t bully anyone again.
Undated
Only a few days remain till the big dance, and nobody has asked you yet. Every friend of yours has a date.
How to proceed: Ask yourself or someone else. Ask a close friend or choose someone you’ve had your eye on for a while. Who says a date is necessary at all? You’ll still have a terrific time whether you go alone or with a group of pals.
Designer Dud
Your friends dress in the cutest outfits. Your clothes are less amazing and more uncomfortable.
How to proceed: Make your own clothing designs or shop sales and thrift stores. Give up comparing yourself to them and follow your gut and financial instincts.
Disseminating Ideas
Your boyfriend shared a flirtatious text message you sent him with all of his buddies. The entire school is now chatting about you.
How to proceed: Send nothing that you wouldn’t want to be disclosed. Once you click “send,” you can’t go back. Inform your parents or the principal if you are being bullied because of something you sent.
Pressure from parents
Your parents want you to excel in all areas: play an instrument, join the varsity team, earn straight As, work a part-time job. It’s overwhelming how much they expect of you.
How to proceed: You’re taking on too much if you frequently experience anxiety or tension. Inform your parents that you need time off. Ensure that you have adequate time for eating, sleeping, and socialising with your pals. See a counsellor if the pressure becomes too great.
Super-Sibling
You believe that your parents prefer your brother or sister.
How to proceed: It’s possible that your parents aren’t even aware that they’re treating you differently. Express your feelings to them. Ask a relative or a school counsellor, or any other adult, for guidance if they’re still not understanding.
Shoplifting
Your best friend always steals something when they go shopping.
How to proceed: Express to your friend your belief that stealing is bad. Find a different shopping partner if they won’t stop. Should they continue to steal while you’re with them, you may also face consequences.
Your parents forbid you from driving
You’ve finally obtained your licence, but driving is hindered by your parents’ excessive regulations.
How to proceed: If you wish to drive, you must currently abide by their regulations. Most likely, all they’re doing is trying to protect you. You’ll gradually gain their respect and confidence as they come to recognise you as a responsible, safe driver.