IChat won't add any accounts

I can't log on to iChat! When I run my iChat and go to preferences > accounts, it won't let me click the + button to add my AIM account. Everytime I click the + button, it doesn't do anything. What can I do to fix this problem?

Hi,
The most likely cause is that you are using a Mac User Account that is subject to Parental Controls.
(Turning Off Parental Controls, adding Accounts and Buddies then listing those Buddies in Parental Controls as it is turned On again is the way to go)
7:41 PM Monday; July 11, 2011
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