The Benefits of Keeping a Diary
Author: Anglea Ziegler I’ve been writing in a diary for about six years now, and I think it’s a really useful way to express yourself. It’s not only a private place…
How do I make friends if I’m shy?
Author: Angela Ziegler Socializing and making friends comes more easily to some people than it does to others, and many people are apprehensive when it comes to getting to know…
Take a Self-Care Day
Author: Yi-Nuo Stressed? Tired? Burnt Out? Listen. You're smart, hardworking, success-oriented, and driven. I get that. But there is literally not a single human being who has ever existed on…
Have you noticed ConnecTeen’s new look?
At ConnecTeen, we always strive to ensure that you feel comfortable reaching out to us. That’s why we have updated the look of our branding and website, and changed our…
I’m recovering from mental illness but I don’t like how it feels.
I’m glad to hear that you’re starting to recover but I can also tell that you’re conflicted and that’s honestly completely understandable considering what you’re facing, it’s not an easy…
Do you believe that life was meant for everyone?
This is a very deep question, thanks for asking! Often times, when people are going through a difficult situation it can feel as if life is not worth living. Dealing…
3 tips to handle a job while you’re in school
Author: Diana Prince Young people like us are often short of money. Whether we spend it on school, rent or coffee we could often use some extra cash. The most…
Do you have to have a mental illness to feel suicidal?
Suicide is a very serious topic and a significant cause of death in many parts of the world. Although having a mental illness may contribute to the risk of having…
I finally told my parents that I’m depressed and self harm and think about suicide sometimes but they got angry at me and said its just a phase and to get over it
I'm scared to reach out to anyone else now, what do I do now? Hey there, thank you for reaching out to us to ask such an important question. These…
It’s always said that anyone can recover from mental illness if they are willing to but what if I’m not willing to? What should I do?
Hey, thanks for your question, the answer to a question like that isn't always a simple one. Mental illness is a tough thing to deal with because it isn't as…
