When Friendship Hurts 

Challenging Years

Unfortunately, nowadays mental health challenges are rampant. The teenage years can be especially volatile due to normal hormonal changes, and although transitions and adjustments are common, they can make life that much more stressful. Knowing that some forms of anxiety and low moods are normal is helpful for teens as they navigate high school and the constant changes in their lives.

Much has been written about the challenges and difficulties of suffering from anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems. But what about the friends of those dealing with these challenges? One day their friend is happy and settled, when suddenly things completely change, leaving her friends puzzled and afraid. What happened?

It’s hard to know what’s going on, and you don’t want to pry when it might be something that’ll blow over by next week. But you know your friend and you know something’s off. What should you do?

Signs to Look Out for

Is your friend always looking miserable?

Does your friend often tell you she’s worthless or failing?