Processing hard feelings
Author: Violet Feelings can define how we behave, how we interact with others, and how well we function. Many people struggle with bottling up their emotions, which the Kentucky Counselling…
All of my friends have their periods I am the only one that doesn’t. I always want to lie and tell them I have it. What should I do?
Thank you for reaching out about this, as it's an important change that all young females have to grapple with around our age. It can be really frustrating and embarrassing…
I am turning 16 in a year and I want to move out as soon as possible, I know that legally you can move out at 16 but how do I do that without my parents stopping me?
I understand you are turning 16 soon and want to know if moving out is a possibility. Moving out is a really huge decision and not an easy one to…
It’s not ‘all in your head’
Author: Heena I'm sure we've all heard the expression: “It's all in your head.” Perhaps it's been repeated to you so many times that you began to question if it…
Try our Virtual Escape Room!
We are very excited to announce the launch of our Virtual Escape Room! Learn about ConnecTeen in a fun, interactive way. Room #1 - Youth in Crisis: You're sitting at…
Dealing with anxiety
Author: Andrea Anxiety is a normal human feeling that all of us experience at certain points during our lives. Whether it is due to a big exam coming up, an…
How mental illness impacts your social life and what you can do about it
Author: Isha Recognizing the effects of mental health illnesses (i.e. depression) on one’s social life is important. These effects are subjective to the illness or person, but some factors are…
The key to remaining optimistic in hard times
Author: August Clarke When nothing seems to be going right, it can be difficult to stay positive. This is particularly relevant right now, with COVID-19 circulating. With school and highly…
How do I get over my fear of dogs?? I already tried to express myself to my friend but they aren’t very willing to help me and just brush it off! It’s making me very anxious!
Hey there, I feel that. I used to be afraid of dogs too. Sometimes it's hard for people to see that something so furry and seemingly cute-looking could ever be…
How do I get over my fear of dogs?? This is preventing me from going to friends houses more often because they have dogs. I already tried to express myself to my friend but they aren’t very willing to help me and just brush it off! It’s making me very anxious!
Hey there, I feel that. I used to be afraid of dogs too. Sometimes it's hard for people to see that something so furry and seemingly cute-looking could ever be scary…
