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Dr. M is the author of five advice books for tweens and teens. Her latest is Where Should I Sit at Lunch? The Ultimate 24/7 Guide to Surviving the High School Years. She enjoys dancing, reading, working out and talking with young people about the issues that concern them. She holds a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology.
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Liz, a first-year college student, is the co-author of three books: Ask Dr. M and Liz; Getting to Know the Real You: 50 Fun Quizzes Just for Girls, and Girls: What's So Bad About Being Good? She loves to dance, paint, make collages, hang out with friends and, of course, give advice.
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Dear Dr. M,
My parents won't let me date until I'm 16, but it's not as big of a deal as they think it is. How do I convince them?
—Melissa, 14
Dear Melissa,
Your parents are probably remembering what dating meant when they were teens. Share with them what it means today. Perhaps, if they understand your definition of dating, they'll agree that you're old enough. Show them how mature and responsible you are, and they might change their minds. And if they do decide to allow you to date, make sure you understand and adhere to the rules so they won't back away from their decision.
—Dr. M
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