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Dr. M is the author of five advice books, including Getting to Know the Real You: 50 Fun Quizzes Just for Girls, and Girls: What's So Bad About Being Good? How to Have Fun, Survive the Preteen Years, and Remain True to Yourself, both written with her teenage daughter. Dr. M shares this advice column with Molly, a middle school student who loves to play soccer, dance, write and spend time with her friends.

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Dear Dr. M,
Lately, my 11-year-old brother has been acting weird. Should I find out what's going on or should I ignore him?

—Diamond, 9, Florida


	Dear Diamond, As a caring sister, try to find out what's going on with your brother. It could just be his age, but he might be dealing with a problem that he needs help with. If your brother doesn't want to talk to you, let a parent know what you've noticed. They'll appreciate your concern and will take whatever action is needed.


	Dear Diamond, You should ask your brother what's going on and whether there's anything you can do to help. Chances are he'll say that nothing's wrong, or it's none of your business. But at least you've shown that you care.

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