Advice

1. My best friend is 15 and is showing all the signs that she is pregnant. Her parents said they would disown her if she got pregnant and she would be out on the street. Her boyfriend is scared for her and is trying to persuade his parents to let her move in. I'm supposed to be her best friend but I don’t know what to do

Answer: That is a tricky situation, but you are not alone. Your friend is probably feeling a lot of pressure. You should get her to tell her parents if she hasn't already and you could even ask your parents if she could move in with you. I know it is a big question to ask but your parents could be more accepting than other parents. The most important thing you can do as a friend is listen. Listening is showing you care and understand (even though you may not know what it is like for her). She needs to know she has people to care for her and to help her through. You may feel like you are not doing a lot but you are by just sticking by her and being her friend. I wish you and your friend luck; don't worry, it will sort itself out, you just have to be there for her.

2. My friend recently started doing drugs and I do not want to snitch on her but I really want her to stop. I know her parents wouldn’t allow her to, and it’s starting to really affect how she acts. What should I do?

Answer: If she’s going through tough times try and show her other ways of stress relief such as playing a sport, or a hobby like painting or writing. You can try and talk to her about not doing drugs, but try not to get into an argument because you could very easily push her away. Whatever you decide to do, your friendship is the most important thing, do not put it into jeopardy.