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Because of this one girl I used to be friends with, my reputation got slandered and ruined. Now I feel like everyone at school hates me. Half my class has even said that they hate me. How do I regain my reputation?

Posted on March 22, 2023 by ConnecTeen

Hey, I'm so glad you reached out to us! I hope you're doing okay. Feeling like everyone hates you at school obviously sucks -- you have to spend so much…

I really like this boy at school and I do not know what to do. What should I do?

Posted on February 14, 2023 by ConnecTeen

I can definitely relate to having a crush on someone, but just not knowing what to do. Whether it’s someone you don’t know that well or someone you've known for…

I feel very lonely. It feels like my parents really hate me. I’ve never had friends and the only living things that are friendly to me are the plants in my garden. How do I make friends and how do I make people like me?

Posted on July 20, 2022 by ConnecTeen

Hi there, those are some great questions. Why do my parents hate me? It is normal to have conflict and question people's feelings towards us. It can be especially difficult…

ConnecTeen Corner: the peer support podcast

Posted on April 26, 2022 (November 28, 2023) by ConnecTeen

Introducing ConnecTeen Corner: the peer support podcast! Do you feel like you can't talk to anyone about your mental health? ConnecTeen Corner is a project launched by ConnecTeen volunteers. We…

Follow us on TikTok!

Posted on April 19, 2022 (November 28, 2023) by ConnecTeen

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ConnecTeen is now on TikTok! Follow @yycconnecteen for mental health tips, info about CT, volunteering and more. TikTok content is developed by the ConnecTeen social media committee. CT volunteers come…

Setting boundaries: It’s okay to say no

Posted on November 12, 2021 by ConnecTeen

Author: Heena We learn how to read and write in school, and we know all about history, geography, and science. From a young age we are taught how to be…

Challenging ignorant perspectives

Posted on June 7, 2021 by ConnecTeen

Author: August Clarke One positive thing that came out of 2020 was the rise in activism and awareness for social movements like Black Lives Matter – which is great! With…

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?

Posted on May 24, 2021 by ConnecTeen

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…

The importance of setting boundaries

Posted on May 7, 2021 by ConnecTeen

Author: Isha What are boundaries and why are they important? Boundaries define your limits and comfort zones in different relationships and situations. The boundaries you share with your close friends…

Managing your emotions during COVID-19

Posted on April 14, 2021 by ConnecTeen

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Author: Isha COVID-19 has put us all in positions we were unfamiliar with. Being home for long periods of time, adjusting to online and/or socially distanced school activities, and having…