Hehehe, I posted this over on the CB in response to an adult's thread about the TB.
"I would like to post on behalf of the Teen Board.
I am 19 years old and have been a member of the DIS since I was 14. When I joined, I could not find a more supporting, loving group of people. The teens join to find friends who share similar interests. Some come to vent their problems to the ONLY PEOPLE WHO WILL LISTEN. Those adults that seem so mature are the ones who turn their attention away from their so-called "bratty/whiney" teens who must come here to find acceptance. (Luckily, I am not one of those people. I have loving, supportive parents who are my best friends).
These teens are still trying to figure out who they are. As the OP said, we discuss Disney, movies, music, pop culture, deep political issues, etc. You name it, we run the gamut.
Namely, these "kids" are still trying to figure out who they are. Therefore, please, when referring to immature adults, do not liken them to the TB. They are not us.
Are there some immature people on the TB? Yes, of course. Are there some immature people on the CB? Yes, of course. Are there some immature people on the DIS? OF COURSE! There are immature people around the world. But not everyone is alike, and most of the teens are mature young adults who support one another, argue intelligently, and occassionally vent frustrations. I know I will continue to post there even after I am 19.
Thank you for your understanding.
Ash, a TBer of 5 years."