Teen Issues

How to Say No Once You've Already Said Yes

Once you have sex with your BF, can you still tell him no? Of course!

yesno.jpgAt some point, every virgin faces the big "will you, won't you?" sex question, but once you've gone all the way, does the question go away? No.

Once you've had sex with a guy, it does not mean you have to do it every time you see him -- in fact, telling him you want to wait before the second time is a good way to find out if he's really into you.

Here's how to say no when you've already said yes.




Ready to Rock Your Ugly?!

rock_your_ugly.jpgAre you brave enough to rock your ugly -- and to prove that different is beautiful? Join the Tyra Show Community's "Rock Your Ugly" group where you can submit your photos and rock whatever quirky features you want to celebrate!


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Sex, Drugs and Violence: What Are Teen Girls REALLY Doing?

Find out the shocking truths that thousands of teens girls revealed to the Tyra Show!

crisis_survey.jpgThis summer, when the Tyra Show posted a survey on sex, drugs and violence, more than 10,000 teen girls and young women were shockingly honest about what is really happening in their lives. And what they said will blow you away.

What did the Young Women in Crisis survey results show?



What Are Teens REALLY Going Through?

Join the Tyra Show's Teen Life group to tell the show what's really going on in your life.

teen_life2.jpgNeed advice? Have a major problem? Something you want to get off your chest? Or just want to meet other teen Tyra fans? Join the Tyra Show's Teen Life group to meet tons of other teens just like you. We want to know what you're dealing with -- and this is the perfect place to spill all. Click here to join or check it out!

And, if you're an out-of-control teen and want to talk about your lifestyle, tell the Tyra Show!



Tyra Show Survey

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Shocking survey results!

More than 10,000 teen girls and young women shared stories of pregnancy, sex, STDs, drinking, drugs and violence among women in Tyra's online "Crisis Survey." Hear the unbelievable results and meet a panel of teen girls -- both in-studio and from cities across the country in Tyra's first "TYCHAT" video chat. Their brutally honest stories of what life is really like for teens will shock you!


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Vote for ANTM!!

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First the Fiercees, now the Teen Choice Awards!

Teyona's not the only winner this cycle - - we're proud to say that ANTM is up for a Teen Choice Award! While there's no panel of judges, the decision-makers are still pretty fierce - - they're you! Make sure you click on and vote so that America's Next Top Model comes out on top!

We're sure you'll be watching the Teen Choice Awards anyway, being that the oh-so-cute Jonas Brothers are hosting, but tune in to Fox on August 10th and see who cat-walks away with the big wins!



College Chow-Down

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Beware the five diet-deadly scenarios of the college years!

We all know about the "Freshman 15" -- it's where those 15 pounds come from that's a mystery. You might only help yourself to the lightest fare in the dining hall -- but somehow those pounds are packing on. Dr. Daphne Oz, author of "The Dorm Room Diet" tell us how to avoid packing on the pounds!

Keep reading for Dr. Daphne's tips.


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Dereon Fashion Show! Which Look is Your Fave?



Word on the Street: Should you stay friends with an ex once you're in a new relationship?

You loved your ex and you were with them for awhile. And it's natural to want to keep tabs on them or turn to them for advice and support. But what about when you're in a new relationship? Is it okay to still have your ex in your life -- or is there no room once you're with someone new? Check out what these New Yorkers had to say.



Focusing on the Future

Part 7.

This is the last installment of Taimyra's teen pregnancy diary.

Over the past 7 weeks Taimyra has shared her real and raw emotions about becoming a teen mom at just 17-years-old. She's shown you the highs and lows and given you a look at what it's really like to be a pregnant teen.

Does she have regrets? If she could wave a magic wand and have everything go back to normal, would she?

Plus, Taimyra has a message for a very special person in her life.

This is her story.