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DILBERT ScottAdams PEARLSBEFORESWINE StephanPastis PICKLES BrianCrane BABYBLUES JerryScott&RickKirkman THEDUPLEX GlennMcCoy ZITS JerryScott&JimBorgman SHERMAN'SLAGOON JimToomey ARGYLESWEATER ScottHilburn BIZARRO DanPiraro DEARAMY»I'minhigh school. I have friends who are so close that we joke about being family. We are generally a happy group, but ever since the school year started, a guy, "Steve," has been dating "Catherine." It has recently come out that Steve is manipu- lative and abusive with Catherine. On mul- tiple occa- sions she has tried to break up with him, but he has threatened suicide. Since these arguments often happen in the middle of the night, she has often woken us up to beg for help, only to then tell us that things calmed down. We have learned that Steve is bipolar and on medication, but it seems to be having no effect. Amy, I'm only 16. I worry for Catherine's safety and everyone else's, but she won't break up with him because Steve threatens suicide. Recently, he had a meltdown in which he slammed his head against the ground, screamed and begged Catherine to change her mind. This was because she had picked a partner for a project other than him. He seems jealous. They have long fights over small things and it is beginning to affect the rest of us. What should I do? I can't back off because they are in many of my classes. —WorriedinOregon DEAR WORRIED » T his is frightening, and it is important that you do something concrete. I want you to go to your school's counselor. Tell that person everything you have reported. Teenage intimate part- ner violence is too com- mon. A 2013 survey noted that 10 percent of high school students reported physical victimization and 10 percent reported sexual victimization from a dating partner. Teens who experience abuse in high school are at risk for risky relationships later. A 2011 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention survey found that 23 percent of females and 14 percent of males who ex- perienced rape, violence or stalking by an intimate partner, first experienced some form of violence between 11 and 17 years of age. You must contact an adult to intervene. You and your friends are too young to stop this, but you should raise the alarm — with your school counselor and parents. For further support 24/7, text the Crisis Help Line at 741-741. Write this text number on your fore- arm — and your friend's. DEAR AMY » Leave politics out of your column. Like half of this country, you don't know what you are talking about. Your re- sponse to "Uneasy," who didn't want a visit from a swastika-sporting Trump supporter was idiotic. — Disgusted DEAR DISGUSTED » My intention in suggesting that "Uneasy" should attempt to be tolerant was that he/she might actually be able to engage in a respectful exchange. The rude tone of your response is exactly what I am trying to combat. Teen worries about friend in an abusive relationship You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: askamy@tribpub.com and follow her on Twitter @askingamy. Amy Dickinson Ask Amy Sudoku Instructions:Theobjectistoplacethe numbers1to9intheemptysquaresso thateachrow,eachcolumnandeach 3x3boxcontainsthenumberonlyonce. AnswertoPreviousPuzzle CelebrityCipher ByLuisCampos Instructions:CelebrityCiphercryptogramsarecreatedfromquotationsbyfamouspeople, pastandpresent.Eachletterinthecipherstandsforanother. NEACrossword Gemini(May21-June20)— Persuasive tactics will only work if you are completely honest. A dedicated, disciplined approach will help you get what you want. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Walk away from unstable situations. You will do better if you follow a path that leads to new opportunities. Don't fear being different. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Instigate changes that will bring you closer to the life you want and the people who make you feel good. Your suggestions will be well received. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Observe what everyone else does and decide how best to spend your time. Don't be fooled into thinking that what works for someone else will work well. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Stop waiting and start doing. Attending an event or conference that will boost your knowledge and give you some interesting ideas will pay off. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Refuse to let personal issues ruin your day. Not everything you assume will be right. If you focus on self-improvement and being the unique person you are, happiness will follow. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — A last-minute change of plans will work in your favor. Resist the urge to travel or put yourself in a precarious posi- tion to please someone else. Be smart, not sorry. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Check out something or someone that interests you. Taking the time to flesh out new projects or possibilities will lead to an adventure you won't want to miss. Romance is highlighted. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — You will attract atten- tion and be in a great position to coax others to help you. Start projects that will bring in extra cash. Your innovative imagina- tion won't let you down. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — What you want will take stamina and courage to pursue. To move forward, you will have to move past interference and emotional manipulation. Don't give up; you can do it! Aries (March 21-April 19) — A financial opportunity is apparent. Discuss your plans with someone who wants to participate. A change of location or an educational pursuit will help you achieve your goal. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Don't fret. Take part in a physical challenge that will boost your morale instead of doing something that will bring you down. Celebrate your victory with a loved one. Horoscope By Eugenia Last SATURDAY, JUNE 18 | YOURDAILYBREAK | REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM SATURDAY, JUNE 18, 2016 4 B