As a mom having problems with a teenage daughter, all I want is her to TALK to me! Perhaps your parents feel as if you're pulling away and being secretive? You might think you are being communivcative, but they might not see it that way. When you go home, sit down with your parents, then say to them that you would like to honestly and openly talk to them without anyone raising their voices and taking insult to anything.

It sounds as if there's an abundance of stress in their lives right now. By all means, that is NO REASON to start hitting you, but it is a place where you can start understanding them, and start talking to them by saying "I know you and dad are frazzled with all thats going on right now. What can I do to help?" and go from there. You might be surprised... chances are your parents will say there's nothing you need to do, but they'll realize you're a good kid who is hurt and confused in all this too.