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Hi Kat, Thank you for reaching out and telling us your story. I also think it is great that you've started getting professional help; if your therapist says you can fix it, don't give up. Have the doctors checked for signs of a concussion after you hit your head? There are many long term health issu...

Have you shared all of this with your parents? If it's hard to tell them everything maybe you could show them your post or a copy of it. I sincerely hope that you will reach out to qualified help and that you will consider reporting the crimes of rape. Try not to let it define you and start trying t...

Hi PreKh, Thank you for sharing your story. You say that your depression arises on the weekend when the world appears to come to a pause, have you tried finding a sport or hobby you can participate in? You could try to find something you can both enjoy so you can still spend time together. I also su...

I hope you had a great birthday on Monday. I completely agree with what everyone else has been saying. I also believe it's worth saying that you shouldn't be afraid of talking to your friends. Never think that your own mental health is less important to them than theirs is to you. Feel free to talk ...

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I am currently studying to be a secondary school teacher and I hope that I can make a positive difference by being a part of this great community.

Hi Wonderwoman97, First of all, I think you are a wonderful person for wanting to help your friend. Sometimes the best thing to do is to continue to talk to him on a regular basis. Even if he keeps deciling your invitations, continuing to do so, even if it's to something small, can help him feel inc...