The following are some common emotional scenarios that all adolescents experience.

• Moods can swing as hormones do their thing. Be supportive and positive. Listen to her when she shares her concerns.
• Children are going to worry about their appearances -- especially as compared to their friends' and classmates' appearances.
• Difference in the timing of development is an emotional issue -- especially for early developers and late bloomers. The best thing to do is to reinforce a positive physical and emotional self-image for your daughter.
• During puberty, kids start to develop independence. They want space from their parents while they slowly evolve into an adult. This is normal. Don't take it personally if your kids want more room to grow. Respect their privacy. Be available to them. Despite what they say, your kids still need you - a lot.
• Friendships, even those forged in the playpen, may change as kids figure out who they are. Encourage your daughter to be herself and to enjoy a variety of friends.
• Girls may start noticing boys and develop crushes - either on boys in their class or on unattainable guys like a celebrity or a teacher. Exploring romantic feelings is part of the road to adulthood, but let kids know that they are probably not emotionally ready for a serious relationship at this point in their lives.