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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…
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…
Why do I feel the constant need to be sad?
Hi there, Thank you so much for taking the time to reach out and ask about this, that is a great question. Sadness is normal for all of us to…
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 can I choose to stay alive over choosing to kill myself?? I’m having a really hard time seeing the point in living, please help!!
Hello, First, I want to start by saying that we take thoughts of suicide very seriously, and I want to make sure you get the information and support you need to…
I need to complete my homework but I don’t because I’m too numb and unmotivated. How can I force myself to do it?
Hey, thanks for sending in this question! Doing homework can feel like a chore, especially when it's something you're not interested in. It can be hard to make yourself finish…
I have lots of friends telling me that they are depressed and/or are cutting. Aside from giving them the ConnecTeen numbers, how can I help them?
It's honestly really great that you're able to support your friends in that way by giving them our number. Not everyone may know about our services or feel comfortable speaking…
I’m a good student but lately I’m not into school at all. Am I being overdramatic and lazy?
A lot of people aren't a fan of school, you're not alone in that feeling. Motivation can be hard to have if you aren't engaged with what you're doing in…
