Hey @Thesaurus , no worries at all! It looks like you can report a breach anonymously using the second link if you scroll all the way down! How are you feeling about the whole situation tonight? Have you been able to do anything to keep your mind off things? Do you think you could gain support through members at RO while you are feeling uncomfortable using that other forum? :)    ... View more

Hey there @Thesaurus  I am sorry to hear that you have been having trouble with a forum that has been really helpful for you in connecting with people. Its understandable that you want to take a stand and  keep that forum a safe space for underage users. I had to delete part of the post you made as it violated our community guideline 'Posting about breaking the law or encouraging others to break the law'. In terms of what you can do to take this issue further, there is a formal route you can take. Check out https://ccyp.vic.gov.au/ for more information as to how you might be able to take this issue further.  If you scroll down to the bottom of this page https://esafety.gov.au/parents you can anonymously report the issue. Hope this helps :) ... View more

Hey @Tiny_leaf    Thanks for letting us know. I'll pass this info on to the tech team and hopefully it gets fixed.  ... View more

Hey @happyisgood,  First of all I wanted to welcome you to ReachOut. It can be a really scary thing to ask for help, especially from people you don't know, but I am really proud that you've made such a brave step in supporting yourself.    From what you've said in your post, it sounds like you're having a difficult time juggling a lot of responsibilities at the moment, and it's making you feel a little low. You did mention that you are having some thoughts about disappearing, and maybe even dying, so I just wanted to check that you were safe at the moment?   I really strongly  recommend that you call a mental health support line like Kids HelpLine (1800 55 1800), Suicide Call Back Service (1300 659 467), or LifeLine (13 11 14), if you are feeling low, or having any unsafe thoughts. They're always happy and ready to listen to you regardless of how bad (or not bad!) you might be feeling.  There are a lot of things you can do that might make you feel a bit better as well! A lot of people on the forum do some self care activities when they aren't feeling their best. This could be anything from reading a book, going for a walk, or even going to bed early! It can really help you feel a little more in control of your feelings when you do these sort of activities as well. ReachOut actually has a huge list of self-care activities here if you wanted to have a look! Hope you are feeling better soon!! ... View more

Hey @Theimpossiblegirl    Welcome to ReachOut! Thank you for sharing your story. It can be really challenging to talk about the things that upset us, so kudos to you for being brave and sharing.    I'm really glad to hear you had a quick recovery and that physically, you are pretty much up to scratch. That is amazing and I am sure that you, your family and close friends are very happy about it!  Although you are physically doing well, It seems now the the traumatic experience is beginning to bother you psychologically, which is actually very normal.   You mentioned seeking professional psychological help, which in my opinion, is the best option. I recommend going to your GP and asking for a referral to see a mental health practitioner. They should be able to refer you to a suitable practitioner in your area. It might also be a good idea to contact organisations like Beyond Blue, Lifeline or Suicide Call Back Service who might be able provide you with some support and steer you in the right direction for further support    You mentioned wanting advice on strategies you can implement in your life to help your symptoms, right? Generally speaking things like eating well, sleeping well, exercising, meditating, seeking social support, and self-compassion tend to positively impact mental health. It's good that you don't avoid getting into cars - that is because, generally speaking, if you avoid something that you are anxious about then the anxiety will only increase. Unfortunately, however, it is hard to confidently tell you any specific strategies to employ because that is where a professional would come in. What are your thoughts? Do you think you might seek professional advice soon? Is there anything holding you back from seeking professional advice?  Also since you are a new user, i encourage you to checkout our guidelines here. We generally encourage all new users to read our guidelines so that the forums are being used correctly.  Thanks again for joining ReachOut and sharing. We are always willing to listen and help where we can!  ... View more

Sure @Bananatime04 I can try. What is it? ... View more

Hahaha that's so sweet. I'm very happy you liked the photo of Shakira. Thanks @Bananatime04 - we are very glad to have you here too! And we love watching you support other users !  I will create an account for myself soon. My name is Maddy so if you see an account with that name then you'll know it's me  ... View more

Thanks @Bananatime04    Honestly I was thinking the same about you - the way you have supported @xXLexi_Lou122Xx tonight has been fantastic ... View more

Hey @xXLexi_Lou122Xx    I'm glad to hear that you're safe. I just caught up on what's going on for you right now (read a few page back) and I have to say that I soooo understand where you're coming from! high-school can be SO hard, especially when you are getting treated unfairly and when you have to watch OTHERS being treated unfairly. I remember back in high-school, one of the girls in my social circle (who I wasn't very close to) would tease another student, shed point and laugh at her...even when she was doing something as simple (and non-humorous) as re-heating her lunch. I hated watching it. I remember asking the bully "what is so funny? She is literally re-heating her lunch. Nothing to laugh about here." I don't think it even got through to bully, but it was nice to stick up for the poor girl at least. It's important in these times to reflect on the situation you're going through, and acknowledge how caring and kind you are. Its absolutely wonderful that you care about this other student getting bullied. Be proud of the fact that you're neverrrr everrrr going to put somebody else down or hurt them the way this student at your school (and yourself) are being hurt. I'm SUPER proud of you for reaching out and emailing your teachers. 100% you should feel safe at school, and hopefully after emailing your teachers, you will.    Changing schools can be hard and daunting. I think your mum is suggesting you change schools to protect you, right? I know "the unknown" can be fearful, but as @Bananatime04 said, changing schools was the best thing she did this year. Also, I really like @blobby's advice -  try your best not to worry about that right now. just focus on getting through the next few days.   I agree with @Bananatime04 regarding cuddling pets. I always cuddle my cat Shakira when I'm upset. You don't have a pet do you? I know this may sound a little silly, but in the past cuddling a pillow or teddy bear has made me feel better. It might be worth trying!  Thinking of you. Please call KHL, Beyond Blue, Headspace, or Lifeline for additional support. Sometimes it can be so helpful to just get our feelings out. I'm so glad that you expressed yourself on the forums, but you may be able to delve into them a little bit more when talking to someone over the phone. Be strong and I hope tomorrow is a better day.  ... View more

Hey @xXLexi_Lou122Xx    It sounds like you've had a rough day and that you're struggling. I'm a little bit worried about you. What do you mean when you say feel unsafe?  ... View more

Hey @mgues    Welcome to ReachOut and thanks for sharing. It can be difficult to speak up about these thing so you should be proud of yourself!   It sounds like you're going through a hard time. Feeling lonely is something a lot of teenagers and adults experience. I really liked @peacock's advice about you just being you and the right people will enter and stay in your life eventually.    Have you spoken to a parent, teacher or family member about how you feel? Are you receiving any professional support at the moment? If not, it might be a good idea to contact Kids Helpline. They are a free counselling service - you can receive counselling via telephone or webchat.    Also, we generally ask all new users to read our guidelines here, so that everyone is using the forums correctly.    Thinking of you and thanks again for reaching out!  ... View more

Hey @scared01   Sorry Easter is a triggering time for you    Are you feeling better today?   What are some of the ways you are keeping yourself busy and helping yourself during this time?   Just letting you know that here at ReachOut we are always happy to listen and support you.    Sending you our love. Be strong!   ... View more

Happy birthday @redhead      I hope you had a fantastic day. I'm sure you had a fantastic time devouring that cake    Thank you for sharing with us over the years. You will be very much missed!  ... View more

My pleasure @Phantom1105, that's what we're here for!    It sounds like you had a great relationship with your mum, which is something to cherish.   Yeah it is really hard  , I know what you mean about getting to deep inside your head. Your psychologist should be able to help you with that - to help you become aware of your thought patterns, recognize when you start over-thinking, and then provide you with some coping strategies to help you avoid going "too deep" inside your own head. It can be hard to do but it is possible. I'm not sure if you believe in the afterlife (I personally do), but if one exists, then I am sure your mum is with you and looking over you all the time.  Keep us updated about your journey, as well as how you go with the psychologist. Know that ReachOut are always here for you; always willing to listen and support you. Be strong!  ... View more

Hey @Beaharvey    That's great to hear. Maybe you can share with the forums some coping strategies that you found helpful?   What's plans for the weekend? ... View more

Hey @Phantom1105    Welcome to ReachOut and thanks for sharing your story. Opening up about our concerns can be difficult, especially when the topic is as sensitive as yours, so that was courageous of you.    I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your mum. Losing a parent is not easy. I lost my dad last year, therefore I know how hard it is . Grief is an odd thing in that everyone handles it differently. It's a matter of trying to figure out what helps you deal with it best. I'm not sure about you, but sometimes I find it helpful to try and "connect" with or remember my dad. Sometimes I write to him in my diary. I like art and drawing so drawing photos of him also helps. Watching old videos is bitter sweet but overall I like it because it reminds me of the good times and makes me feel closer to him.    It might be helpful to consider what your mum would've wanted for you. I'm guessing she wanted you to be happy, right? Therefore, when you're having a bad day, it might be helpful to think "mum would've wanted me to be happy" or "mum would've wanted me to push through the day" or "mum would've wanted me to push through these negative feelings and go for a walk" as it might help you overcome some of the sadness you're experiencing. If this works, then the one thing that is getting you down is also getting you back up, you know?    It's sad that you're friends aren't that comforting - I'm sure it's unintentional. I guess it's one of those things - you don't really know how it feels until you go through it. It's possible your friends are unsure of how to approach the topic because they have never been through it themselves? I think it's super great that you have sought professional help though! It's good to express your emotions.    These are just some of my own suggestions but of course, if you need some additional professional help (outside of the sessions with your psychologist) then please call Kids Help Line on 1800 55 1800 or Griefline on 1300 845 745    Thinking of you and thanks again for sharing with us!  ... View more

Hi there @mspaceK  I am so sorry to hear things are so tough for you right now. Its great you are posting and getting support from people on the forum. Its also really good to hear you are trying your best to stay safe by staying in your car. Do you know when anyone will be home?  RO- Savannah ... View more

Hi @emmanuel93748    Thanks for sharing and welcome to ReachOut.    It sucks that you're feeling lonely. I'm glad you've joined our forum though because our users are often very supportive and offer great advice on how to make friends.    Is that what you're looking for? Ways to make new friends? I'd encourage you to elaborate on what you're wanting exactly so that users know how to better help you. I only suggest you do this to maximize your chances or receiving good quality support.    Also, since you're a new user, please read our guidelines here. We tend to share these guidelines with new users to ensure everyone is using the forum correctly  ... View more

Hey @Tiny_leaf  - Welcome to ReachOut and thanks for sharing! Reaching out can be difficult so that took courage.    I can't relate to your experience but I'd imagine other's can. It's surprising there isn't much research in the area of trauma from hallucinations/psychosis out there. You may just have identified an area of research that is in dire need of attention      I guess the only way I can relate to it is in the sense of having a bad dream. You know when you wake up after a nightmare and still feel scared? Does it kind of feel like that?    I hope you feel less alone by joining this forum. Also, since your a new user, please check out our guidelines here when you get a chance  we like to alert new users to them so that everyone is using the forum properly.  ... View more

Hey @xXLexi_Lou122Xx    I'm sorry to hear about your bad morning. You should be proud of your ability to support other users even when you're feeling down. I've seen you supporting many users this morning and you are great at it.  @DruidChild's idea about creating a safety plan is great. You should consider it when you're feeling up to it. Playing computer games sounds like a good distraction too. What is your favourite computer game?   FYI I've had to edit your earlier post to remove some content - specifically your method of self harm. Please remind yourself of the guidelines by giving them a read here. Sorry to alert you to them while you're feeling down. I hope you feel better soon.  ... View more

Hey @Willzjayy, welcome to ReachOut, and thanks for sharing your story! I understand how you're feeling isolated. That must be tough. I'm glad you joined ReachOut. Conversing with other RO members should help ease those feelings of loneliness. Additionally, our users have great advice on how to increase one's social circle. I can see @WheresMySquishy has already offered some fantastic ideas. What are your thoughts on these? You mentioned you're located far-ish from school. Do you think it might be worth the travel (on learning hubs/study days) to make some friends? What about joining a sports group or gym nearby? Attending art and craft classes? Or asking a neighbour to go for a walk? I recommend you check out the meetup app - it's a great way to meet others with similar interests. I'm glad to know your close relatives are supportive. That can take the pressure off and give you time to make friends which is obviously important to you    Since you're a new user I'd recommend you check out our guidelines here. We generally ask new users to read them  so that everyone uses the forum correctly.  ... View more

Hey @mspaceK and thanks for reaching out.    I'm so sorry to hear that you're struggling at the moment. It made me feel sad to read that and I just want you to know that I am really empathizing with you right now. It hurts to know that another person like yourself, a good human-being who supports many users on here, is feeling this way. I wish I could say something that would make you feel better, but I'm not sure what that might be. I just hope that me being here and willing to listen and support you helps. I'm sure many other users are happy to as well.   To be honest, I am a little worried about you. Some of the feelings you have described are pretty heavy. Are you able to confirm that you are safe for me right now? Please call 000 or KHL if you are in crisis.    You mentioned you have moments of happiness. You also recognize that you are currently in a dark head-space. Even though things are hard for you right now, I personally believe they will get better for you. I believe in you! You're right, up and downs are part of life, and hopefully some light will come your way soon.    You mentioned you have a counselor who sometimes helps you. That's great. I'm wondering whether you've spoken to your counselor or GP about the way you're feeling? Maybe they might have some ideas for you to help you get through this? Maybe your counselor can try a new form of therapy with you?    How did you get through this the last time you felt like this?   Thinking of you  ... View more

Hey @roxylol16    This sounds like a pretty intense situation. Thanks for reaching out and it's great that you are trying to help your friend.    I like @dncinginthedirt suggestions of trying to get another person involved or contacting safe steps. Another good number to call may be 1800 RESPECT. See more information about their services here.    If your friend is in immediate danger you should call 000.    I noticed you are a new user so welcome to ReachOut. Please read our community guidelines here. Please note that I edited out  some of your content as it is not in line with our guidelines. Thanks again for contacting us and sharing with us. We hope your friend is okay.  ... View more