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    • Chapter 6
    Lauren Waggoner Lauren Waggoner, 14, is a middle school student. Patrick Schneider/staff
    Friday is the night 14-year-old Lauren Waggoner dabs on a hint of gold eyeshadow, hooks in her favorite silver earrings and hits Chili's with her parents. It's date night, suburban-style.

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    • Question: Is the suburban lifestyle really safe and secure for teenagers?