TEEN GIRLS IN MARIN

Adolescence is a critical time for girls since they are rapidly developing in all areas. With the right mentoring, they flourish and become happy, productive women. Without the acceptance and direction they need, they may become self-destructive, turning to drugs, alcohol, and food to soothe their anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. 

Teen girls are learning to trust their own judgment and perceptions so they can make healthy choices. They need someone to normalize what they are going through and to educate them about these changes and how to handle them. 

As adults, we have a sacred opportunity to guide them in a positive direction, teaching them how to deal with sex, drugs and alcohol, peers, school, and their changing bodies. Since girl’s bodies are maturing at an earlier age than before, we face a situation in which 12 year olds have to make decisions about sexual behavior. 

Often parents don’t feel comfortable talking to their daughters about sex or other important personal issues. However, teen girls are not equipped to make responsible decisions on their own and need to talk to someone they trust like a counselor or mentor. In the absence of this direction, they learn from their peers or the internet and miss out on the valuable life experience an adult can provide. 

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