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How to overcome an identity crisis at 16 if donor child?

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Therapy: I would advise seeking some professional counseling and therapy. Identity crisis at 16 can be normal can also lead to significant distress if not properly addressed.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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