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My name is Laura and I'm happy to help out with questions if you're asking about a subject I happen to be familiar with. I work at an agency that assists victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, so I'm able to answer questions about those kinds of situations. However, I'll often simply refer people to an agency like the one I work for in their area*, it's usually the best advice I can give. I can also answer most questions about positive dating and sexual relationships, including safe sex. I'm a big fan of the political system so I can answer general questions about that as well, although I won't do your homework for you. My other interests include houseplants, hermit crabs and kiwi fruit. Ask away!


*If I tell you to seek help from a domestic violence or sexual assault agency in your area and you're not sure where one is or where to find out, feel free to ask me. Just let me know what city and state (or country, if ouside the US) you live in and I'll give you full contact information for the agency closest to you that will provide the services you need. If you're concerned about privacy, I'm happy to send you the information without posting it on my column, just let me know if that's what you want.


National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233


National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE

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Okay, so I like this guy, and he and I are really good friends and he always asks me for help with this girl that he's with, and he's always saying how he wishes he could have a girl like me. Now, I'm single and I've made it clear to him that I like him, and he knows it. But here's the catch, I'm Jewish and he's VERY Christian and he doesn't date anyone who's not Christian. What should I do? I respect his wishes and all, but we're only in highschool and nothing's gonna live on till forever...

If he would seriously reject someone as a high school dating partner on the basis of religion I don't think he's worth your time. He clearly has priorities that do not involve open-minded exploration of other people. Until he's willing to be a little bit more accepting, I would encourage you to look elsewhere. Find someone who accepts people for who they are.

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