Peer Talk - ConnecTeen

How is someone supposed to know which career path suits them best? I’m afraid of making what might be the wrong choice

Posted on March 19, 2018 by ConnecTeen

Thanks for asking a question that I'm sure many people can relate to. This is definitely a big decision to make, and can cause a lot of stress over the…

People tell me that I act childish or immature but I can’t help it! What should I do?

Posted on February 22, 2018 by ConnecTeen

This is definitely an issue I think we all face at some point in our lives so you’re not alone in this. I mean some kids act really mature at…

My little sister got her period before me! What’s going on?

Posted on February 22, 2018 by ConnecTeen

Hey, thanks so much for reaching out to us! Waiting to get your period is definitely a stressful thing, especially when everyone around you seems to be ahead and entering…

I don’t like the way that I look and its affecting my life

Posted on February 6, 2018 by ConnecTeen

Hey there, thanks for reaching out today. It definitely sounds like you have a lot going on in your life so I just want to commend you for having the…

Worried and Sad about Discussing my Poor Grades with my Parents

Posted on January 30, 2018 by ConnecTeen

Hey there, thanks for the really great question! A lot of people struggle with talking about their grades, especially when parents have high expectations and you aren't always able to…

School is completely stressing me out and I feel like I’m on the verge of a breakdown!

Posted on January 9, 2018 by ConnecTeen

First off, we would like to apologize that this post is a little later than normal. The website has been having some technical difficulties and we only recently received your…

My school is toxic and I get anxious and stressed whenever I need to go. How can I stay calm and positive?

Posted on January 5, 2018 by ConnecTeen

Hey there, thanks for reaching out to us. It can be really tough staying positive when you're forced to go somewhere that doesn't vibe with you. The best ways to…

Sadness is a part of my personality?

Posted on December 21, 2017 by ConnecTeen

It’s perfectly okay and normal to feel sad, even if it is present in your daily life more often than most people. If you are comfortable with the undertones of…

My friend is self-harming. Should I tell someone else about it?

Posted on November 14, 2017 by ConnecTeen

Thanks so much for your question! We really appreciate you reaching out to us, it's so important to ask for help when you're not really sure what to do. It…

My best friend and I have a really dependent relationship. How can we make our relationship better?

Posted on October 4, 2017 by ConnecTeen

Hey, thanks for your question! Friendships can be really tough to maintain, especially when you grow to be dependent on each other. It sounds like you are a really good…