Newbie Mac user with iTunes problems

I recently bought a Mac. I'm attempting to import CDs into my iTunes, but when the CD is finished importing, the songs aren't in my iTunes. How can I remedy this?

Whilst browsing through the other questions...I found a solution that whilst seemingly unlikely...worked for me.
The full description can be found here:
https://discussions.apple.com/message/13124170#13124170
Quick summary:
Under parental controls, disable the app store option but enable the iTunes U option. Click okay. Wait for iTunes to load iTunes U. Once that's done, go back to parental controls and enable the app store option and voila! problem solved. Strange but true. =)

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Welcome to Discussions, clhockey
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