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Out of the Shadows

The writer finds a supportive community at a day treatment center for depressed teens. (full text)

Worn Down

After her father abandons the family, the writer feels weighed down by family responsibilities. Physical symptoms of depression and thoughts of suicide eventually drive her to make some changes. (full text)

Fighting the Monster Inside Me

Alina suffers through a terrible depression, but she’s determined to fight back. (full text)

I'm Glad I Spoke Up

After telling a counselor that she’s being abused, the writer is removed from her home and gets the help she needs to recover. (full text)

Anxious and Alone

Teasing drives the author away from her family and into a deep depression. She contemplates suicide, but therapy helps her begin to feel better.

A Therapist and Friend

Diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, Erica learns to manage her emotions through therapy and medication.

Beating the Bullies

Physically abused by his mother, Miguel takes out his anger on others by being a bully and on himself by attempting suicide.

How to Help a Friend in Need

The writer interviews two mental health experts on how to help a friend who is depressed.

Making A New Family in the System

Lorraine is teased as a child and feels alienated from her biological family. She tries to commit suicide before going into foster care, but ends up bonding with the girls at her residential treatment facility, who become her new family.

I Hated Myself

David grows up in a homophobic household and begins to despise himself when he discovers he is gay.

When a Friend is Suicidal

Two mental health professionals give advice on what teens can do to help someone who is suicidal.

Fear of AIDS Killed Sarah

Christine’s best friend Sarah contracts HIV at 19 by having unprotected sex with her boyfriend—but it's not HIV that kills Sarah.

The Ten Warning Signs of Suicide

Bianca gives tips on identifying suspicious behavior and advice on what to do if a friend sends out warning signals.

Sad Señoritas

Professor Luis Zayas studies why Latinas attempt suicide more frequently than other teens. Darlyn interviews him about his conclusions, and talks to friends who generally agree with his description of Latino families. (full text)