What types of people drive you crazy? Here's what other girls had to say: 1. Liars 2. Loud-mouthed people who don't know when to hush up 3. People who don't have a sense of humor 4. People who don't like you—and don't even know who you are 5. People who think they are better than everyone else 6. People who don't know how to share 7. People who have no respect for others 8. People who are serious all the time 9. People who try to be something they're not 10. People who don't know how to be a good teammate

I Just Want to Scream!

By Melissa J. Algranati

Whether it's your sib "borrowing" your fave sweater, or a "friend" who tells your deepest secret at a sleepover, certain people just make you want to scream!!! Before you lose control, take a deep breath—and read on.

Good News/Bad News

First, the good news: At least you know who really bugs you. The bad news is that no matter how hard you wish, they won't just disappear. But while you can't control other people, you can control your reactions to them. Here are five steps to help:

1. Take a deep breath and count to 10 before you give that reflex response. This will keep you from saying or doing something you'll regret later—if you're busy counting, you can't say anything else!



2. Be honest with yourself. Did you do something to create or add to the problem? Apologizing quickly—but sincerely—can calm things down quickly.



3. Look at it from the other person's point of view. Is your friend having a bad day and letting off some steam at you? Does your mom always have to remind you and your sibs to do your chores? How would you feel in their shoes?



4. Know what "buttons" will set you off—and avoid them. Does having to win take the fun out of a game for you? Spend time watching videos or riding your bikes with your friends instead. Is your friend's obsession with Brittney driving you nuts? Keep away from the videos and tunes, and teach her your fave sport. She can't talk about Brittney if she's rushing to return your serve or volley.



5. Remember, you don't have to be everyone's BFF. You need to be open and respectful, but that's really all. If they can't see how great you are, it's their loss—not yours.