Surprising Prom Confessions That Will Shock You

#1 Small acts of kindness mean the world at that age.

#2 While junk food causing acne is a myth, clogging those pore with grease definitely does the job for causing zits.

#3 It's proven, opposites attract.

We all know the saying "opposites attract." The differences between individuals can and do show up in a lot of ways. Opposites, or perhaps more accurately, "complements" do attract. Introverts and extroverts, morning people and night people, impulsiveness and planners, steady plodders and adrenaline junkies, adventure-grabbers and security-seekersthere's no denying the idea that something in us is drawn to people who counter some of our dominant inclinations with complementary tendencies. And while this can create some interesting challenges for most couples, these differences are actually the source of what is considered by many to be the source of the most important aspect of any successful relationship: chemistry.

#4 That's not really democratic...

At one time, prom may have been a big popularity contest where the best-looking guy and girl were crowned king and queen, but things have changed and it's no longer just about who has the most friends and who wears the coolest clothes. Many schools require you to get good grades, participate in extra-curricular activities and be a well-rounded student in order to run for prom royalty. So how can you become a candidate? It's easy - someone has to nominate you and another person has to second that nomination.

#5 Feeling good!

#6 She's an awesome sister.

The average cost of going to prom is $978. That's quite a chunk of money.

Costs include; attire, limousine rental, tickets, flowers, pictures, food, accommodations, after party, etc. While total prom spending is down 6% this year from the $978 that parents and teens forked over in 2014.