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    http://www.VanessaVanPetten.com

    On Teens Today is an expose into the world of the net-generation so parents can really try to understand us. I tell parents what their kids are really doing online, in school, with friends and at parties. I am now 22 and wrote a parenting book from a teen’s perspective when I was 17 called “You’re Grounded!” It’s usually impossible to get more than one-word-answers from us, but I try to be honest about real issues that teens and pre-teens are dealing with, so we can finally develop better relationships. I have decided to break open the door to our SECRET, terribly complex world and let you in. Ok, I am exaggerating just a tad, but I do truly believe that *if we help each other stay informed, we can stay safe, supported and become happier adults.* I write articles about everything and anything having to do with young people today and have news stories, live chats, advice columns, interviews, tips and exposes—from real teens, for you to learn more about your kids.