Peer Talk - ConnecTeen

Why do I self-harm? Is it punishment? Do I just like to see myself bleed?

Posted on June 22, 2017 by ConnecTeen

That's a really good question, thanks for asking that! It can be really difficult and confusing trying to understand why you may self-harm, and we're really glad that you're reaching out…

How do you get support when a parent(s), guardian(s), friend(s) do not understand your current situation and you’re afraid to get help without them knowing?

Posted on June 15, 2017 by ConnecTeen

Being in a tough situation can be hard, especially when you do not feel like you have any supports to help you get through the situation. Sometimes all it takes…

Is suicide selfish?

Posted on June 8, 2017 by ConnecTeen

Hey, that’s a really good question, and we’re glad that you reached out to us. Suicide is not easy to talk about, so it’s great that you’re taking that step…

I’m suicidal and have some mental health issues but the problem for me is that I don’t want to get better …

Posted on June 7, 2017 by ConnecTeen

I'm feeling really hopeless and unmotivated. What should I do? I am really glad that you decided to reach out to us, it takes a lot of courage to tell…

Can answering peer talk questions take longer than 3-5 business days?

Posted on June 6, 2017 by ConnecTeen

Thank you for your question! Answering peer talk questions shouldn't take longer than 3-5 business days, as we try our best to answer peer talk questions as soon as possible…

Are all the questions submitted to ConnecTeen answered?

Posted on May 29, 2017 by ConnecTeen

Here at ConnecTeen we really care about the people who contact us whether it be through online chats, text message, call or e-mail and peer talk questions. We make sure…