My parents divorced last year and my father moved out and into his own flat. My brother and I still live at home with my mum, but we go to my dad's at weekends. That OK until his new girlfriend moved in. Now whenever we go over my dad and his girlfriend dote on my little brother and it's as if I don't exist. I have to throw a tantrum before they notice. What can I do?
Family nightmare
write@ttitude says: In the middle of family upheavals it is sometimes hard to focus on who you are and what is going on. You know what is making you unhappy; you are feeling left out. Now you must convey this to your father and his girlfriend. Next time you visit your dad tell him how you feel. It takes courage to speak openly about emotions, especially when feelings are raw, but it is worth it. If you find talking hard, try writing a letter and give it to him in person. Just stick to how certain situations make you feel.
I still am upset about splitting up with my boyfriend, even though we broke up six months ago. I should have got over him by now, but I still think about him a lot. Even my friends are getting fed up with me and say that I'm no fun anymore. I feel like my life is over and I'm only 15.
Still hurting
