Do my opinions matter as a teenager?

Yes, yes they do. Opinions and views always "matter" within a few parameters. By expressing your views you can offer different perspective that might have been overlooked by others. read more

The opinion of others is important to some extent. You want to present yourself in a way that will make others think highly of you because it can affect you and your life. Some people are so happy with themselves in everything they do that others literally mean nothing to them, but that is not usually the case. read more

It is almost as though children are a different species of being -- one that has strong opinions, but none that should be at all regarded, noted, entered into any serious discussion. read more