<p>^ Wow, secret tip, talk with your profs. Not kidding. They like the attention (assumes you have something valid to discuss.) And, yes, when the chips are down, they just may give you the benefit of the doubt. Doesn’t always work, but what’s it cost you to try? So many kids never go to office hours. Another tip, never sit in the back. Big joke among profs- they know why some kids sit in back. </p>
<p>What you are going through is normal. You’ve had so many years in the same environment and are now embarking on the unknown. But, so is everyone else. Take a few classes not in your major. Join something new to you. Understand nearly all will have some adjustment curve- don’t be overwhelmed by the ones who lead from the get go, seem to master everything. It’s only freshman year. And, learn from your sister’s situation, make different choices. If some of the pressure you feel is from family, put it in perspective. Good luck. What you’re going through is more typical than you realize- different kids just manifest it in different ways.</p>
<p>ps. despite the challenges, college can be one of the greatest times of your life.</p>