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I like self-harming but I’m wondering how do I stop if I don’t have any reason or motivation to?

I like self-harming but I’m wondering how do I stop if I don’t have any reason or motivation to?

Posted on July 19, 2017 by ConnecTeen

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When going through tough times, it’s normal to look for different ways to cope with or forget the pain and emotions that they’re going through and feeling. Self-harm is one…

Is it ever okay to just give up? Like give up on life and just kill myself?

Posted on July 17, 2017 by ConnecTeen

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Hi, thanks so much for asking this question. We are often so caught up in our day to day lives that we sometimes forget to talk about our emotions, feelings,…

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

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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

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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…

I have a hard time coping with negativity around me and in my own life so I try to surround myself with positivity, but…

Posted on May 23, 2017 by ConnecTeen

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...whenever I'm faced with any sort of negative media or situation I find myself feeling really drained and affected. What are some ways of dealing with negativity? Thank you for…

Are you guys able to give me workbooks and resources that I could do at home to help myself? This is so urgent!

Posted on May 23, 2017 by ConnecTeen

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First of all, I'd like to thank you for your wonderful question. Unfortunately we don't have workbooks but we use this wonderful website called Inform Alberta to find our Albertan…

I’m struggling with my mental health and I’m getting help but why don’t I want to get better?

Posted on May 2, 2017 by ConnecTeen

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That's a great question, and also one without an obvious answer. Thank you so much for asking this. Struggling with mental health can be really difficult to deal with, no…

What are good coping mechanisms to stop cutting?

Posted on April 25, 2017 by ConnecTeen

"...The pain is what helps me, obviously only for short periods of time but I want something like that that isn't "physically dangerous" I guess. I've tried drawing and writing…

I always let other people down with my negativity but, I didn’t really mean to hurt their feelings. I used to be positive but, I am not anymore. How do I become positive again?

Posted on April 13, 2017 by ConnecTeen

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It is really tough when the people close to you get hurt, and you feel like you're the one causing it. It's also a difficult situation when you feel negative…

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