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Teen-Age Confidential Confessions #5
This is an anthology issue featuring multiple teen romance stories and advice content. "Tears in My Heart" follows a girl's emotional turmoil when the boy she loves becomes interested in another girl, leading to a confrontation where she insults him, then regrets her harsh words when he shows romantic interest after all. The issue also includes a "Teen-Age Troubles" advice column where Dr. Harold Gluck responds to reader letters about relationship concerns, including one from a girl worried about her boyfriend's plans to pursue further education and another about a girl with a crush on her teacher. A story titled "Love Can Change" is also advertised on the cover, and additional stories like "To Love Again" and "Lesson in Love" are referenced.