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jessica star rockers's avatar

When my mom was a teenager she told everyone she was having a nervous breakdown so she could leave school and take time off. It was only years later that she realized she had in fact been experiencing a break down and the desire to tell everyone that was a sign of a real problem. That’s what I thought of when I read your post. Every child or teen should be getting help right now. Ever single one. Especially those who are exposing themselves in ways we might find incomprehensible. It’s not a trend. It’s a sign of something much deeper.

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David Roberts's avatar

I'm glad your Note linked to these two articles, Sarah. They broadened my understanding of adolescents and mental health.

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