How can I help a friend who is struggling?
Author: Diana Prince As young people, we all struggle with aspects of our lives, from mental health to school to friendships. However, sometimes the most stressful of these things can…
Negative thoughts are useless
Author: Minun I've been thinking about this a lot recently and I have come to the conclusion that negative thoughts whether from other people or even from within are useless.…
I’m 15 and home schooled but my parents seem to be angry with any decision I make! What do I do?
...I don't get out of the house often but when I do, my parents yell at me. But when I go back to my room, they say that I'm lazy.…
The greatest gift you can give
Author: Jace With Christmas coming up, are you feeling that stress of finding the perfect gift for the people you love? I know I am! Presents are a big deal…
Friendships
Relationships are vital to human life. They allow us to connect to other people, and find others with common interests. Friendships make us feel less alone and a good and…
Behind the Scenes at ConnecTeen
Author: Jace Have you ever wonder what it’s like to be a ConnecTeener? You’re not alone. I know I was unsure of what it would be like before I became…
Should I wear makeup?
Thanks for reaching out to ConnecTeen! In response to your question asking if you should wear makeup or not. In any case the idea that it is your body and you should do what makes you feel…
Hey bro let’s TAOF!
Author: Jace Feelings are such an awkward thing to talk about... especially for dudes. I know I struggle with that as a guy. I mean for a start how do…
Be Weird
Author: Minun When I was in third grade, one of my classmates called me weird, probably intended as an insult. What ended up happening instead was that it made me…
Trying to be cool: Are these people really my friends?
Author: Plusle Being lonely was one of the worst feelings in school and I hated it. The worst part about it was that I didn’t know what I could do…
