[header] How to handle boys when you're a teenage girl [title] Embrace communication differences. [step] Many girls develop communication skills faster than some boys, so it's normal to communicate differently. Often girls are able to think more abstractly than boys, which means that they are more likely to connect thoughts better and provide more details. 
Because of this, some boys may provide short, direct answers and respond less to questions and comments from you. [substeps] Don't assume a boy is upset or doesn't want to talk just because his responses are short.