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Reading Suggestions for a 15 Year Old
Asked by N.E. from Des Moines
on July 15, 2007
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I am looking for some books to suggest to my 15 year old sister to read. She claims she hates reading, but she has never really tried reading a book for fun. I reall...
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- When I was about that age I went throught the same thing and I had the typical 15 year old attitude. My mom got me the book "A Child Called IT" by David J Pelzer, It ...
- It all depends on her interests, but I absolutely love the shopaholic series by Sophie Kinsella. She also has 2 other book that aren't part of the series but are awes...
- This may be too obvious, but what about the Harry Potter books. If you think she is too old, I'm 41 and I am dying to read the new one.
Taking 15 Year Old to the Gynecologist?
Asked by D.D. from Springfield
on March 14, 2012
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Okay, so I've been hearing that we should be taking girls in earlier for a gynecologist appointment now a days, is this true? I have twin 15 year old girls, one has a...
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- My mother never took me or my sister we went on our own - it never came up?!? Yes, take her. I hear of so many girls going on the pill today for "acne" - don't have ...
- My doc told me the girls don't need to see a ob/gyn until they are 18 or sexually active - and really don't need to unless there is an issue with their cycle. Of cour...
- I did wait until marriage and I didn't go to the gyn until 5 months before I got married so I could get on the pill. I was nearly 21. I don't see anything wrong in w...
16 Year Old Daughter Issues
Asked by K.O. from Bakersfield
on March 15, 2007
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My 16 year old pretty much talks to me when she feels she has to or when she wants something. She has had some problems this year that we put her into counseling fo...
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- Hi K., I sympathise with your situation. For us, it happened during my daughter's 15th year. I came up with a theory. I have no idea how valid it is; but it make...
- do you have any similar interest or does she have an interest that you could share? even if its just watching tv show or shopping.. make her hang out with you for two ...
- Just about a 1/2 hour ago I heard this author Dr. Chap Clark of a new book "Hurt" on a radio program. They were talking about teens, and they did talk about just what ...
16 Year Old Inappropriate Dress Wear.
Asked by M.H. from Utica
on January 27, 2012
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Here is my problem. I have a 16 year old daughter who continueously wears inappropriate clothing. I am too the point where I have accepted the really tight shirts wi...
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- I have a 16 year old also. It won't hurt her feelings less for you to tell her that she looks unattractive than it will if someone at school says that. The fact is, i...
- I think that you need to step back from the "If I offer her advice she'll spiral into an eating disorder" thought. I would encourage her to get out with you and ex...
- Oh boy, I grew up in the 80's...kids will sometimes make questionable style choices let me tell you. As long as she is "covered" don't worry about her "style". What y...
My 16 Year Old Daughter Has Moved Out
Asked by M.C. from Albany
on May 17, 2010
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After an argument last week, my daughter skipped school, returned home while everyone was at work, packed a bag, left a note and went to her friend's house.
The fri...
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- Yep, call the police. They will have to release her to you. Your daughter needs help. She will hate you for it now, but love you for it later in life. Love her eve...
- My daughter ran away so many times and the police went and got her every time. The mother is harboring a runaway and can get into a lot of trouble. She became involve...
- M., My heart goes out to you. The first thing I would say you should do is go see a counselor at your church, if you don't have a church find out with your friends o...
Handling a 17 Year Old Son When He Refuses to Do Things
Asked by K.G. from Jamestown
on July 21, 2008
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My oldest son is a really good kid. But he is so very lazy.
When he is asked to do things around the house, it's like pulling teeth to have him get it done and it's ...
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- Give this child a list of some weekly responsibilities around the house....basically things that would effect him. Tell him he's old enough to deal with these things ...
- MOM, very eassy solution, no money, and you don't make him dinner, do his laundry , give him rides, NOTHING, if he wants to be treated as an adult then stop bab...
- We have two 14 year olds - they are very good kids, but when they are not obedient, they "lose" the very next thing they were looking forward to, i.e. a get together w...
My 17 Year Old Daughter Ran Away and Doesn't Seem to Be Sorry She Did It!!!
Asked by A.H. from Tampa
on August 21, 2006
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My daughter ran away and was gone for 3 wks before I found her. She hasn't said she was sorry and has a "I'm an adult" attitude. How do I punish her with out having he...
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- Like all the other mom's who responded I feel there is a communication gap there, and I also know how difficult it is to communicate with a 17 year old. One thing you...
- More than a punishment what you need to find out why she ran away. I am a mother of a 13 years old boy. Thanks God we are not facing those difficulties yet and I hope ...
- 17 is a tough age!!! She is sprouting wings and should do so with respect and limitations. As long as she lives with you this is a requirement. If she wants to "move...
15 Year Old Is Showing Depression
Asked by J.M. from Chicago
on July 3, 2010
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I have a 15 year old son. His friends seemed to have abandoned him. I think they are going in a direction he chooses not to , which I am greatful for (bad choices). Bu...
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- Look at ur local parks some have teen programs.
- Its natural for him to feel depressed if his school mates since 5 are out doing other things that he is not comfortable with. Perhaps have him apply at grocery stores ...
- My 15 year old girl is going through the same thing. The group of girls she has always been friends with are going in all directions, one is focusing on her band lesso...
15 Year Old Wants to Move in with Dad for the Coming School Year.
Asked by K.W. from St. Louis
on July 5, 2010
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10 years ago, I met and married a man who lived 3 hours from my hometown. Two of my children and I moved here to be with him. My 16 year old (now 26) asked to live w...
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- Kristy said it perfectly. I totally agree with her on everything she said. Please know this is not about you. He is probably very curious to live with his other par...
- I think you son just wants to know his dad a little better, he's growing up and wants that father-son relationship. I think there will be more negatives on his list t...
- Ditto Kim. He needs to think about his future and that college opportunity. I am sure even his father would agree. How about your son spend the rest of this s...
Keeping a 15 Year Old Busy
Asked by S.A. from New York
on June 15, 2010
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I have a 15 year old son, who is very mature for his age. he is also very large 6ft3in. The problem is I also have three young boys
ages 10,8 and 5. The little ones a...
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- Bored maybe, but don't assume he's depressed. It's probably just the normal teenage demeanor. Any camps in your area? We have volunteer camp counselor jobs in o...
- sounds like a real teen my just turned 18 it dont get any better so get use to it keep him intersted in sports and school good luck
- invite friends his own age over. It's great to all be together, but he does need to socialize with his peers at this age. Get a basketball hoop and let him bring a f...
