School and work are realities that few of us can avoid. When problems there become unbearable, it's easy to feel like you are somehow to blame. We are all unique. What’s easy for some may be trickier for others. There are 4 helplines in Connecticut, United States to reach to for support if you are experiencing any of the following:

Avoid classes, school or work by faking symptoms, illnesses or engagements such as family events.
Feel so trapped and powerless about school or work that you consider suicide or self-harm.
Feel self conscious and somehow inferior to others around you at school or work.
Struggle to follow lessons or tasks that those around you appear to find easy.
Are unable to understand, follow or complete the days lessons, tasks or activities.
Have trouble understanding tasks, assignments and lessons, and feel left behind or inadequate.
Constantly feel tired, lazy, sad or depressed, wishing you weren’t at work or school.
Have begun to ‘self-medicate’ with drugs or alcohol at or after school or work.

Difficulties at school or work can have a domino effect. Specific issues such as pressure from teachers or managers, undiagnosed learning disabilities, poor vision or hearing, bullying and social anxiety can end up impacting every aspect of your daily experience at school or work – but you are not alone.

When troubled thoughts about school or work get in the way of your potential, it might be time to access support. Receiving support doesn't make you weak – it simply means you're human. Consider contacting a helpline in Connecticut, United States for free and confidential support today.