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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?

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

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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…

I’m not allowed to contact helplines but I really need to reach out to someone

Posted on May 22, 2021 by ConnecTeen

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It can feel very limiting when parents restrict one's actions especially when they limit one's access to help. You definitely deserve to access supports when you need them. I…

What you need to know about coronavirus (COVID-19)

Posted on March 30, 2020 by ConnecTeen

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Author: Isha At this point most of us know about COVID-19, its symptoms, and most importantly the rapid spread of it. During these times we rely heavily on the news…

How can I become friends with someone who already has a tight friend group?? I am socially anxious so this is very hard for me!

Posted on October 23, 2019 by ConnecTeen

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Hey, thanks for reaching out to us I know it must be difficult but I am happy that you were brave enough to share. I know it can be hard trying to…

What are ways I can cope with my social anxiety when traveling in a foreign country??

Posted on July 30, 2019 by ConnecTeen

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Hello, and thank you for reaching out to us! That's a very good question. Social anxiety is frustrating when you want to equate yourself with your peers, but you fear…

I recently arrived in Canada and am feeling lonely. Where can I go to make friends here?

Posted on August 27, 2018 by ConnecTeen

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I want to you to know that you are doing an amazing job reaching out to us. Base on your email, your English skill is pretty good. It is definitely…

My best friend wasn’t really my best friend

Posted on June 12, 2018 by ConnecTeen

Thank you for your email and that can be a really tough time to go through. When it comes to best friends, or at least someone you call your best…

I lost my best friend. How can I get her back? I miss her.

Posted on May 8, 2018 by ConnecTeen

Losing a best friend can be incredibly tough to handle. Any of us might end up feeling quite depressed from this for a very long time. Losing a friend can…

How to deal with moving to a new country as a teen

Posted on April 3, 2018 by ConnecTeen

Author: Carys Being a teenager is hard, but moving to an entirely different country whilst growing up can intensify it. I grew up in Ireland, and moved to Canada just…

I don’t like the way that I look and its affecting my life

Posted on February 6, 2018 by ConnecTeen

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Hey there, thanks for reaching out today. It definitely sounds like you have a lot going on in your life so I just want to commend you for having the…

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