Q. I’ve been a teacher for more than 20 years. I teach ninth- and 10th-graders. I read your last column and loved your response. I agree, normal 13- and 14-year-olds can be moody. I fear I’m seeing more than moodiness lately. Over the last years, I see more and more depression and anxiety ...
Q. I read about teens and depression. My daughter just turned 13. How can I tell what is normal moodiness and what is a mental health issue? She was always such an easy child. There were no “terrible” twos or real challenges until now. The slightest thing will set her off, and she stomps to ...
Q. I used to love football. Now I feel so stressed when it’s on I can hardly watch it. My dad and his brother fight every game they watch together. If they’re not together for the game, they fight on the phone. My uncle moved to Cleveland and now he’s a Browns fan. My dad is a Steelers ...
Q. Is there a time when you’re too young or too old to be in a relationship? I’m asking because I think I’m ready but I’m afraid to ask my mom about it. My mom is chill and talks with me about everything. I think I’m worried because she’ll say I’m too young. And then my grandma ...
Q. When should I talk with my daughter about puberty? She’s 9 and very curious. I fondly remember attending a class with you about growing up when I was a girl. I remember it was at the hospital. My grandma took me because my mom was sick. She died when I was 11, so I’m guessing the class ...
Q. Is it possible to have a healthy relationship after getting out of a toxic one? How can I tell if this new one is better? I’m scared to try again. Thank you. I don’t know who else to ask.<em>– 17-year-old</em><strong>Mary Jo’s ...
