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Q: http://www.fuzzypc.com/Gay_Test.php

Can Anyone Explain This To Me? I Don't Get It!!!

I agree with the previous comment- although this really is meant as a joke. It's pretty much implying that if you like the picture of the left more (nice, neat and orderly), as opposed to the one on the right (messy, unorganized), you have gay inclinations. But of course you know this is a joke

Q: almost 16/f.

I've never been kissed. Is that horribly pathetic and embarrassing?

:(

No, that's not pathetic at all. Nothing is, actually..it's probably only pressure from outside (e.g., "everyone else is doing it") that made you think that in the first place. Sometimes a kiss is just a kiss, as they say, but your first kiss (I think) should be shared with someone you really have feelings for. I think that also applies to your first time for a lot of things. I'm not trying to make it out to be a fairytale, but it's something I think you are trying to share with someone that matters to you. When it happens, it happens. You'll meet someone who you like, and who likes you back, and then it'll happen. Until then, don't worry :)

Q: basiscally when i get my period my vagina aches a bit, like the muscles..i am used to it. But now all of a sudden, I came off my period a couple a days ago but its acheing..i dont the scientific word but like the "flaps" of my vagina are aching like the muscles and i don't know why!
I am NOT sexually active

14/f/uk

That used to happen to me too, the first few years after I first got my period (I was 13, now I'm 23...it's been ten years!). All girls experience different types of pain in various body parts. I understand that anything that goes on in the vaginal area can cause a bit of a scare, but you have nothing to worry about. The average period lasts about 5-7 days, so it's normal for some of the pain to continue for a bit. You know what is normal for your body. Wait a couple days and see how things go. If the pain persists for more than a few days, or gets worse, you should speak to a school nurse or doctor about it. But really, you are fine and have nothing to worry about.
Also, as your body changes over the years, the type of pain you experience during your period will probably change. I used to also experience the same thing that you described, but now it no longer happens. Instead, I get backaches, which I never used to have. On a positive note, after a while the severity of the pain you experience will probably be reduced.

Q: So there's this boy...

well, to be truthful, he's so much more than that to me now. We've been dating for a little under eleven months now, and I love the hell out of this boy. He's been everything to me, and we've helped each other out of a lot of potentially bad situations. Of course we've had problems, all relationships do, but overall everythings been perfect.

So this time it came upon me like a ton of bricks. He just seems like he doesnt care anymore. We havent even been fighting lately but he told me today that "I cant stay with you if we're gonna fight every day." Which stumps me because we havent fought at all for the past week or so. And then he got mad at me for talking to an old friend who I've known since I was four. this old friend happens to be very feminine, although he is, indeed, a boy. Well, we fussed about it for a bit and he just walks away like he could care less. Then the next class period he walks up to me with another girls name on his hand. Now, in high school, thats kind of like labeling this boy yours, so naturally I was PISSED. and there is no way this girl couldnt have known we were dating, our high school has less than 60 kids altogether 9-12th grades. And eleven months is a long time. So I asked him "do you care about me" yes. "Do you love me?" yes. "do you wanna stay together?" idunno.
WOAH back the truck up, I'm confused!!! He's NEVER said that before, its always "I love you baby, I'd die if I lost you...yada yada yada" I dont know what to do, whats your opinion? Sorry if this is too long, but I really neeeeed HELP!!!!!

Oh, btw, I'm 16 hes 17

Guys that age usually don't know what they want. He is probably confused himself. I do see your point..you've been together for almost a year- long enough to have something official going on. But when it comes down to it, some people at that age are confused about what they want out of a relationship. All along he has been telling you that he does care about you, and wants to be in a relationship with you. The fact that (at this point) he doesn't know if he wants that anymore, probably shows that he does care about you, but maybe someone else caught his attention, which kind of threw him on a rollercoaster, so to speak. These things happen..
He's young, and a guy (which isn't always an excuse), so as for the girl, maybe his "raging hormones" are getting the best of him. You might want to calmly discuss this issue with him (not the hormones, but the girl, lol).
As for him getting mad at you for talking to your friend, well...that's not fair to you, or your friend. You should be able to talk to whoever you want. Period. No guy should get in the middle of that. You might also consider bringing this up, since it seems to bother you. When you're alone with him, and you're calm.

I'm not a mind-reader, and neither is anyone else. The only way to know what he's thinking is to ask. And be nice, but firm- almost like you're calmly having a cup of coffee at the local cafe. Try not to yell, but don't be a pushover either. Sometime when you are both together, let him know how you feel. And also give him a chance to explain himself. Worst case, he may no longer want to be in a relationship, or maybe he needs time to think. But again, he's the only one who can explain how he feels.

Q: There's a lot of young kids these days that are in liek grade 1 and has the most FOUL WORDS ever! (Like I stated in another question posted called "names").

Turns out, he does go to my little brother's school. I'm in highschool this year so i don't know anything but turns out that he doens't live on ym street and my brother found out his class and teacher but that's it.

Is there any way i can find out his phone number or adress to contact his parents?

I think the best thing to do is contact that kid's teacher first, and complain about the student's foul language, and how this is a bad influence on your little brother as well as other students in the school/class. The teacher can speak directly with the student, and contact his/her parents.
Here's the best thing I think you can do:
-go to the school's office, and ask for a good time to have a meeting with the teacher...then you can discuss your concerns. You can ask the teacher to contact the kid's parents, and see if maybe you can get permission to do so yourself. For privacy reasons, the teacher/school may not wish to give you the student's information (phone, etc.,), so see what they say.

Q: I have depression and I believe I noticed it since 4th grade, if not earlier. I'm not another teenagers going "Oh, I'm depressed." My best friend, who has been suffering major depression ever since 3rd grade, told me that what I feel and think are exactly how she thought and felt. (She's diagnosed so she's not making this up).

Well, my mom doesn't believe me and I'm just like fucking discouraged from seeking for anymore help from an adult directly. I want to get better, though, because I'm sick of depression taking over my life.

I can't get any medical help, I'm self harming, I write, sing, do ballet, listen to music, talk to people, everything...but they don't help me anymore. I don't know what else to do.

PLEASE give me something I can do or take that will help me.

15/f

I am not inflicted with Depression myself, but I can give you some advice.
First off, don't listen to your mom. Go see a school Psychologist right away.. they can advise you better than anyone else. They deal with similar cases all the time, and can be there to listen to your concerns and give you helpful advice. It is extremely important for you to seek professional help- seeing the school psychologist is an important first step to steer you in the right direction.
Another thing- you are on the right track with chanelling your energy into helpful activities. But have you tried Yoga? Seriously, it has been proven to help with Depression, as well as a number of other things, like Insomnia. You would be surprised how a regular practice of yoga can help you.
Everyone feels 'down in the dumps' every now and then, but in your case, it is more serious than this. I urge you to seek professional help/advice. There's lots of information online, you can even get advice on who to speak to regarding this/where to get help. Don't listen to anyone who thinks it's just a passing, teenage phase. You know what's best for you.

Q: i just finished reading frankenstein, and i was just skimming through it, and noticed a line that i never understood. on page 56:

"..became such a thing that dante could not have conceived"

who's dante? is he an artist or something?

This is in reference to the story, "The Divine Comedy," (more commonly known as Dante's Inferno) by Dante Alighieri...it was written in the 14th century during the renaissance.
"...became such a thing that Dante could not have conceived.." refers to the levels of hell that are outlined in the story (Dante's Inferno). So whatever was being talked about in Frankenstein, was basically being compared to something worse than one of Dante's levels of hell.

Q: I'm 15 years old, female i live in Iowa. i've never liked the computer much, but for the past six months, ive been on it every night for an average of five hours and sometimes more. the reason-- i met this guy, he's 17 and he lives in california. the first time i met him, we talked for 14 hours straight. (not exagerating) he's so great.. i can talk to him about anything and i'm understood so well.. i can understand him too and he says he's never felt the way he feels when talking to me...this probably sounds creepy but it's honestly not. i really love him.. i don't know why. i just do. i know 15 is young to love and probably to young. i've never felt this way about a guy.. i look at other guys and see nothing in them, no future. i just want him. We both have these feelings and want to meet. i know it's dangerous. I've been warned about how he can be different in person or not even be what he says he is. also that he could rap/kidnap/kill me. I know all of the bad stuff that can happen yet i still want to see what could happen. I don't want to ask myself 5 years from now what could have happened if we did meet. Even through all of this, i'm scared alot. it's so hard to like someone so much who is so far away. is it wrong for me to want to meet him in person?... if not.. what should i do? >

All those warnings of people lying about their identity online, or chatting with people for dangerous reasons (rape, murder, etc), are there for a reason. Lots of people have fallen in that trap and have suffered the consequences. This guy may or may not be dangerous, but it isn't worth the risk of (maybe) finding out the wrong way. It also isn't healthy to be on the computer so much, even if it seems fun. You should limit that...and also, I know it may not be what you want to hear, but it's not a good idea to meet this guy. You never know what can happen, and it's never worth the risk. There are a lot of creeps out there who try to lure young people. It's best to stop chatting so much, and try meeting people in person...it's much safer. In five years, you will be way over this, trust me.. so you won't be wondering what could have happened, since you'll hopefully make the right decision and watch out for your safety.

Q: im 19/m
my names stephen. the thing is i know what i want to do i just want advice on it anyways. Brianna a girl ive known for a year was dating a good friend of mine, Aram, for 7 months. they broke up in july and at that point Brianna and i were hanging out a lot and she grew on me and i did on her. She first told me that she had feelings for me but i told her that i had feelings for this other girl Angela, which i did at the time but i was spending more time with Brianna. Then i tell her the same. Well from mid august to now so much has happened. I held back and waited to see if i really wanted to be with Angela or Brianna and i end up choosing brianna.

So i tell Brianna but when i did she was pretty serious about not wanting to talk to me again cuz she told me that she doesnt wanna ruin my life. All the friends she had deserted her. and she thinks that she ruined the friendship with Aram. Well it was my fault that i didn't say anything but he never said anything to me and i rarely saw him because of a new job i got. I worked with him for a year at a theatre and quit that job.

Well Brianna tells Aram that she wants to be back with him and i figure its because ive been holdin out on her. And she tells him all these things like she loves him, and she loves the way he makes her want him, that she just wants me as a friend, but she tells me that she doesn't want to jump in a realationship, she said this from the start, and that she does want to spend more time with me. So i have to find this out by talking to Aram. and she didnt tell me that she still had feelings for him. and that pissed me off. Now with Aram it always going to be different between us as friends. Aram was hurt and did betray him in a way but he should have talked to me too because he was barley on my mind.

Not to long ago after everything she tells me, well after drinking a little, that she likes me because im there for her and that shes over aram and that he would never understand her. Shes been through a lot in her lifetime and she really has no one to help her. i want to be there as a friend but i mean i still have feelings and i think thats might grow on me even more.

i still have feelings for her but not as strong and im keeping my guard up and not going to put myself up for something that may be false. i need to know that she likes me before anything. i need to figure out how she feels and before doing anything again i need to talk to Aram.
He tells me that he wants to get over her because he felt like dragging her along the whole time. But i know pretty much that he still has feelings. he still tries to flirt with her and everything.

so im figuring that if i should let things go and see how it turns out between them. and if she needs me as a friend then ill be there only for that reason. just someone to talk to.

By saying one thing to you, and another to Aram, it seems that what Brianna wants is someone to be there for her. She told you the same thing she told to Aram: that she has feelings for you (and him, depending on who she's talking to). It looks like she's in a sensitive situation...she may have feelings for both of you, but doesn't know how to go about it. It sounds like a love triangle, and it's not always a good idea to get tangled up in these things. It's probably the best idea to do what you were planning on doing from the start- to leave the situation alone and see how things work out. I don't think it's a good idea to go out with her, since she and your friend broke up not too long ago.. plus, she's pretty sensitive if she isn't able to let go of Aram, and is giving mixed messages. So it's better to relax and see how things go.

Q: how do I get music on my blog for myspace?? thanx to anyone who answers. Ive tried youtube and all the codes, and nothing works! please HELP!

You can try looking up the band in Myspace Music...there will usually be a playlist on their page, and you can click "add to profile" or something like that (whichever song you want to add). If the song you're looking for isn't on the webpage, then I'm not really sure.. What I do is check myspace music.

Q: ok i am 20 female. I have had my period for almost 6 years now. but recently i have been having my period only every three months and it lasts for almost two weeks at a time. im not sexually active so i know its not i dont have it cuz i am pregnant and miscarry or whatever. could it have something to do with me being overweght? is it going to cause problems to where i can't have kids?

Having irregular period cycle is normal, but it isn't a good sign that you are having it only every three months. This could be hormonal, and may or may not have to do with your being overweight. One reason for irregular periods is sudden weight gain or weight loss. But anyway, you should definately talk to your Gyno about this. One thing they might do is take a blood test to check your hormones and other things that could cause irregular periods. They might ask you some questions to better understand what could be causing this. If needed, you may be advised to have some lifestyle changes, or perhaps be given a prescription to balance out your hormones. But again, the only person who can diagnose anything is your doctor or gyno. Oh, and about about having kids - really some women may or may not have trouble becoming pregnant, but the only way to know is to have an ultrasound to check your reproductive organs. You should discuss any concerns with your gyno- they hear things like this all the time and can give you good advice.
Oh, about stress being a factor...it may be. But stress alone doesn't cause your period to be this irregular. It's probably due to a combination of factors. I advise you to see your gyno and talk to them about it.

Q: I am a highschool student who is looking into being a chef for a career. I know you must attend a culinary arts based school, but how do they know if your qualified to join there school? I've looked at many websites and it seems they don't have any requirements. I would also like to get my Culinary Arts Bachelor's degree. Does anyone know off hand any colleges that have a culinary curriculm? thanks.

Most culinary arts schools require a High School diploma, and sometimes have you take a short exam, but the only real requirement is that you are absolutely passionate about cooking and becoming a chef. Tuition is expensive, but financial aid (loans) is available. I would recommend going to a reputable Culinary Arts school...Le Cordon Bleu is very good, and is tied to the academy in France. There are different schools across the country. I think they also offer an Associate's degree. If you want a BA, then you can try researching the Art Institute, I think they have a culinary arts program. But to become a chef, you don't need a BA..only certified completion of a Culinary Arts program at a top culinary institute...and of course lots and lots of talent and passion. Good luck!

Q: I have not had sex in two months.We used a condom. I had my last period normal, And my second period about a week or two late, But it did come for the normal five days. I have not had any sympotoms of being pregnet that i know of. And i have about two weeks till my next period. But oddly i keep getting lower back pain and abdominal pains. Do you think i could be pregent?

Since you did have your period full-on, and not just spotting or anything, then no, I don't think there's a chance of you being pregnant. Having lower back and abdominal pain could be from other things- bad bed, lack of excersize, poor nutrition, etc., but is not likely to be related to pregnancy. If you have your period, the likelihood of being pregnant is practically zero. But anyway, if you feel unsure about it, by all means, take a pregnancy test. Go to a free clinic like planned parenthood..you could even talk to a nurse if you want. They can give you a free pregnancy test. Or talk to your gyno.. try not to stress out, but if you're still wondering, it couldn't hurt to have a pregnancy test.

Q: Like everywhere in my house there are flies. My house is not dirty or unclean, and the only reason that I can think of that they flock around my house is that it's getting cold outside. They are really wearing on my last nerve, and I'm tired of swatting at them whenever I just want to take a nap, surf the Web, or make dinner. How do I make them go away??

Even having one fly in your house is annoying...
here's a website that has a list of things you can do to keep flies out of your house:

http://www.ehow.com/how_16643_rid-home-flies.html

There are some good tips there.

Q: I'm having a difficult time dealing with a horrible breakup. It happened over time so it wasn't a quick heartbreak; more slow and painful. I lost my motivation for school and basically for life. My biggest fear is not being able to find someone better. I'd describe him as my perfect type and irreplaceable. How do I deal with this? It feels like I lost a huge part of myself that I can't get back. (F/19)

Breakups are never easy, especially when you feel you've lost something special. It's okay to feel crappy and low for a while, but try not to let it interfere with your life. You have so much to live for. I know this is difficult for you, but there are things you can do to take your mind off it, and to help you get over your breakup.
- Hang out with friends. Talk to a good, understanding friend. Sometimes getting things off your chest can make all the difference.
-You say this is affecting your motivation for school. When you are in class, or when you are studying, shut off any distractions and focus all your attention on the subject at hand. Sometimes this takes a few deep breaths, a good study environment, and a reminder to focus.
- Whatever you do, do NOT try to take the easy way out...shop "therapy," and things like that, are only temporary fixes. Nothing superficial can help heal something deep.
- Remind yourself that although he may have been a great match for you, there are so many guys out there. As much as you may hate hearing this, there really are plenty of fish in the sea. But having a good catch takes plenty of patience and luck! In time, you will meet someone else who will make you feel like you.
-And remember...you're not alone! Lots of girls and guys feel the same exact way at one time or another. Keep your head up! You may feel sad at times, and that's only natural. But these things pass.
Feel better :)

Q: My dentist told me i have it, and i brush my teeth day+night. also, i have braces and im getting them off soon so what are ways i can get rid of the puffiness in my gums.

The most important thing is to have good oral hygiene, which includes flossing at least once a day, before bed. Since you still have braces on, you can use floss threaders (sold at the drugstore) to help with flossing. Flossing is really important- done regularly, it will really help keep your gums healthy.
Also, try using a mouth rinse, "Peridex," which is formulated to help treat gingivitis. I think you can use that for a short period of time, until the puffiness subsides. You can ask your dentist about it and get a prescription, or maybe it's available at a drugstore w/o prescription.
Make sure to brush gently and thoroughly, twice a day, and floss before going to bed. That should help with your gingivitis.

Q: The two flap things in my vagina, one is almost like enlarged, and flappy, and the other one is smaller and tighter...what is that? (i'm 16/f)

Thanks!

Those are the major and minor labia ( larger and smaller vaginal lips). The smaller ones (inner) are there to protect the opening of your vagina, and the larger lips protect your external genitals.

Here's a website that explains the female anatomy:

http://www.womens-health.co.uk/repro_system.html

..here's a link to a diagram of the external female genitals (labeled):

http://wso.williams.edu/orgs/peerh/images/external.jpg

Q: Any advice on kissing? tonight was my first one and I am awful... lol

To start off, try to relax and not worry too much about how you may be as a kisser. Just live in the moment and enjoy it. Focus on the feel of it, and don't dwell on what the other person might be thinking (chances are they enjoy it). One thing to remember- it's always a good idea to start off slow, and then let things progress into a deeper kiss, if that's what you both want.

Here's a page, with "do's and dont's of kissing"

http://www.howtokiss.info/dos_and_donts.htm

(from www.howtokiss.com)

...and another website with different links, some of which can give you tips and pointers:

http://teenadvice.about.com/od/kissing/Kissing_Tips_Techniques.htm

Being a good kisser isn't an art- anyone can be a good kisser, as long as they can read their partner's signs, and take things easy/slow, but still know how to be passionate. Mostly, it's about exploring and doing what feels right...and of course, some makeout sessions with your boy/girlfriend couldn't hurt!

Q: okay so im mixed--im half black and half hispanic(puerto rican). i just took the PSAT today and it made me remeber something. on the test sheet were it says ethnicity i have never been really sure what to put! i always just put other but im still not sure if that would be wrong or not?i was adopted when i was 4 out of a foster home so i dont know what my blood mom or dad looked like. i do know my mom was black so that must meen my dad was hispanic!a friend told me today that i would be considered more black but im still not sure! then also on the test sheet it had a circle for african americans to circle for a type of schlarship or sumtn like that(dont remember)and i asked the teacher if i should circle even though im not full blooded african american and she said yes!! but im still not positive so if anyone can help me that be awsome!!

Those questions that ask for you to state your ethnicity are always optional- but if you do want to state it, you can always put other. If you want a scholarship, it would probably be best for you to state that you are African American, even if you're not full-blooded (just so that they at least have proof). Also, you do not need to be full-blooded African American to be considered for the scholarship. This country is comprised of a huge mix of almost any ethnicity you can imagine- so many people are of mixed ethnicity, like yourself.. even people who consider themselves to be African American, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, etc., etc., are often a mix of different ethnicities. Good luck with the scholarship and any academic goals!

Q: 1st off, im 18!
okay im on the nuva ring, ive been on the nuva ring for right at a year now! well about 3 weeks ago when i was suppose to but the ring in i forgot to go get it so i went a week with out the ring, well the day i got it me and my boyfriend had sex, and well he didn't pull out. so we didn't stress over it cuz it could cause my period to delay! well today was the day i was suppose to start my period and ever since ive been on the ring my period starts the same day and the same time, never has it failed..so my question!
since i didn't have my ring in for a week could the "stuff" on the pervious ring have been flushed out when i had my period? and if so if i took a pregnacy test tomorrow would it show up cuz it's been 2 weeks since this event!?
thanks!

The best thing you can do is get a pregnancy test. Clinics give them for free (usually a urine test), and you get accurate results within ten days or so after you have sex. You can go to a Planned Parenthood clinic, or find some other free clinic in your area. Better yet, talk to your gyno-they'll take a urine or blood sample, and that will show 100% accurate results. I'm not sure whether the material on the ring could have been flushed down or not, but it's not worth the risk. No matter what, go get a pregnancy test.

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