The expectation of many teens in the US is to choose a college and an academic path that will direct you to the ultimate goal of beginning the career that presumably will be what you do for the rest of your life. I chose a four year program that would lead to my Bachelor of […]
Don’t worry. It’s not as scary as it sounds.
They tell the tale of where I’ve been— even though the past isn't always pretty.
I was drinking every chance I could and couldn’t stop at just one beer. I couldn’t just enjoy a drink, I had to get plastered. That's when I realized I had a problem.
Self-harm doesn’t equal suicidal. AJ shares why she cut herself and how you can help someone break the habit.
One particular night, YM Blogger Heather wanted to take her own life. Instead, she called the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Here's what happened next.
I remember thinking it was a sick joke at first, I even remember forcing a laugh and telling her that she wasn't being in the slightest bit funny. I couldn't even make myself believe her until she repeated herself the third time, telling me to not cry.
Suicidal thoughts are real. Sometimes they feel like they’re here to stay but that’s not always true. They will pass. But, while they are here, a safety plan can help you get through that dark patch.