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Relationship Advice

We create numerous relationships throughout our lives: friendships, family relationships, romantic relationships, professional relationships and many more. Because each one can be so strikingly different, it's reasonable to expect that you'll need some advice once in awhile to keep them running smoothly. Use the resources in this Web guide for advice about building and maintaining strong relationships, and even for suggestions about how to cope when a particular relationship is over. For a Spanish-language version of the Guide, click here.

Building Relationship Skills

The Web sites included in this section provide a basic overview of relationships, including the ... read more »

Dating Advice

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Marriage Advice

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Relationship Advice for Kids and Teens

The Web sites in this section offer relationship advice geared specifically to kids and teenagers.  Check here if you're having problems understanding the adults in your life, if you have questions about relationships at school or if you just need help understanding the emotions you're experiencing in a particular relationship.

Dulcinea's Insight

  • The great thing about the Internet is that it offers you privacy when you're trying to find advice. Sometimes, though, there are problems (such as cases of abuse) where you'll be much better off talking to a professional for help. Boys Town National Hotline is a service that provides both girls and boys with someone to talk to.
  • Popular magazines like Girls' Life and Seventeen have message boards and forums to submit advice requests online. 
  • Internet safety is very important. If you ask questions on a Web site message board, choose a nickname and don't give too many details about yourself online to protect your identity.

Dulcinea's Picks

For young kids …
KidsHealth offers several articles for kids about getting along with teachers at school, understanding parents and family, and getting along with friends. Also find several corresponding articles about emotions, which may be helpful for questions about relationships.
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For teens …
The Center for Young Women's Health is maintained by Children's Hospital Boston. This guide teaches teens about what makes healthy relationships and how to know if you're in a healthy relationship (whether it's with parents, friends or someone you’re dating). Don't miss the articles at the end of this section on “Friendship” and “Safety in Relationships.”
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TeenHealthFX offers a wide range of advice and information to teenagers covering health, sexuality, dating, family and friends, and emotional health issues. See the “For Teens by Teens” section for advice written by teens on the issues that matter most to you.
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For information about abuse …
ChildHelp offers help for kids who are being hurt by someone. Use this site to learn where to call if you’re being abused and talk to an adult who can help.
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WebMD talks about physical, mental and emotional abuse and who to contact if you’re being abused. Read the "Signs of Domestic Violence" section if you're unsure whether you’re in an abusive relationship.
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Relationship Advice for Parents

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Relationship Advice Columnists and Public Personalities

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