I’ve recently started smoking weed and getting high. I think that I’ve developed derealization/depersonalization disorder as result. I don’t know what to do, I don’t know what it feels like to be real anymore and I can’t tell anyone. what can I do?

Updated 12 June 2023 under Ask Us.

That sounds really tough. It can be hard to share that you’ve been using substances with other people, especially adults, and at the same time, it sounds like you are […]

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How do I know if I have a mental health problem? Lately, I feel like something’s not quite right but I don’t know if it’s bad enough to get professional help. Overall, my life is well and I don’t want to waste time and worry people.

Updated 19 June 2023 under Ask Us.

It can be hard to know when you’re feeling sad/mad/worried/etc., or if these are just passing feelings, or a sign of something bigger. Please reach out to a trusted adult, […]

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Is it weird that I have sexual dreams?

Updated 24 July 2023 under Ask Us.

This is an excellent question! The short answer to this is, no! It is not weird to have sexual dreams! It may be helpful to answer this question by explaining […]

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I am 5’7 and underweight, but my doctor has told me I am at a “healthy” weight. If this is all true, then why is my butt covered in stretch marks?!?

Updated 31 July 2023 under Ask Us.

This is a great question, thank you so much for asking. For starters, it is important to mention that EVERY body is different in their own beautiful and special way. […]

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I’m upset because I have a friend who keeps getting into fights with me. I don’t know how to stop this. My parents told me to ignore her, but when I do she gets madder at me! I’m really sad as this is affecting my mental health.

Updated 14 August 2023 under Ask Us.

This sounds really tough!  We’re glad you reached out. It’s totally understandable that you’d feel sad about a friendship that has so much conflict.  What if you started by sorting […]

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I ruined my relationship with my parents unintentionally. A trusted family member manipulated me into agreeing to say bad things about my parents and blamed it on me and pretend to show concern. What should I do to fix it? They hate me now.

Updated 21 August 2023 under Ask Us.

We’re so sorry you’re in such a tricky situation!  This sounds like a challenging situation and without knowing more of the details, we think would be best for you to […]

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I’ve always felt like a woman and I believe I am, but I don’t like my genitals, I would rather have nothing there. What is wrong with me?

Updated 5 September 2023 under Ask Us.

First, nothing is wrong with you, and this is a very valid question! Something important to know is that genitals have an incredible amount of diversity. Media and the social […]

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I constantly feel the urge to pick at my face/acne. I think this could be considered a skin-picking disorder or obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Do you have any advice on how to stop? It gets in the way of my daily activities and makes me feel bad about myself.

Updated 4 December 2023 under Ask Us.

Great question, and it’s important to know that you are not alone! It can be really hard to not pick your face, especially when there is a pimple or scab. […]

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Anger Management

Updated 25 February 2022 under Health Guides.

Do you know that learning to manage anger is good for your health? People who manage their anger get sick less often, and feel better emotionally. Even though anger is […]

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