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"My boyfriend’s a cyber addict"

My boyfriend spends hours on the internet. He says he’s just checking out different websites and playing online games, but I'm sure he's talking to other girls in chatrooms, and I don't like it. What should I do?

Whether he’s lying to you or not, trust has been broken. If you’re accusing him of something he hasn’t done, it doesn't say much about your relationship.

Why accept a boyfriend that may be cyber-cheating on you? Or even one who’s more interested in spending time on the web rather than with you? Your answer will help you decide what to do.

"I’m getting exam grief"

I’m dreading my Christmas exam results. I didn't study much and I know my parents will be mad. They’re always on at me to get enough points to land a good college course. It seems to be more about them than me. I’m expecting to get terrible grief from them. Help!
Frank

Are you fighting back at your parents because it’s more about them than you? Are you falling behind at school because it’s too difficult? Do your mum and dad have ambitions for you that you don’t share?

Why not be honest with them? They already know that you haven’t studied and you might not do well in these exams. Talk to them about the career you want and the points you’ll need. Make a study plan and stick to it - you’ll be amazed at how much happier everyone will be, including you.

"I can’t invite friends over"

All my friends invite people to their houses but I’m too ashamed to have any over to mine. My dad is an authoritarian and orders us all around. I hate how he carries on. I also share a room with my little sister and it's so small and untidy I’d be embarrassed if my friends saw it.
Lorna

There’s hardly a teenager in the country who hasn’t felt ashamed of their mum or dad, but a parent’s dress sense and actions are no reflection on you. If your dad orders people around in a disrespectful way, that’s how he is. You can’t change him but you can learn to understand why you feel ashamed about your parents and home.

Your parents’ relationship and the size of your bedroom say nothing about you because you have no control over them - although you can help keep your room tidy.

Why not tell your friends that you’d love to invite them over but explain why you can’t. You may find you’re not the only one with these issues.

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