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Being a teen is a lot like riding a roller coaster. It can be both lots of fun and scary at the same time. As a teen, it is normal for you to:

• Feel confused
• Have mood swings
• Be scared
• Worry that others won't accept you

But just because these feelings are normal does not mean they are easy to deal with.

Having an illness or disability can add to your problems. But you can take certain steps to help you cope. To read more about coping, check out "Dealing with a Health Condition."

Read on to get a better idea of what's going on with your emotions, find important tips for getting through tough times, and learn about depression.

Dealing with a spinal cord injury.

In this section, you can learn about how to deal with problems that are common among kids with illnesses and disabilities.

Content last updated April 6, 2009

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