<p>I know everybody says to help cope with disliking your school, you should focus on your GPA and your work...but what do you do if you're having trouble with that task because you're grappling with environmentally-based depression? It's been something I've been fighting all year, and it has only gotten worse with time. Little things have been setting me off more easily. Work is becoming significantly more difficult because I don't even know if it's worthwhile anymore. If I get good scores, but still don't get in, what will be the point? If I don't get the major I want, what will be the point? What's the point to being at a school I hate? I just don't know anymore, and it kills me with each passing day. I feel like I'm going to have a nervous breakdown.</p>
<p>Everyone risks not getting in, and many many of the students on this board dislike their current school. Have you looked into transferring to a safety/back-up school? Somewhere different, even if it isn’t ideal?</p>
<p>I would recommend that you talk to a counselor (either at your school or somewhere else). It’s hard to keep up quality work when you’re feeling overwhelmed, but they will be able to help you overcome those feelings. I hope you get back on your feet soon, and good luck with transferring somewhere better for you!</p>
<p>NovelNova2010, I am sorry that you are feeling so overwhelmed. Sometimes it is very hard to keep one’s perspective when you are in the middle of a difficult situation. Have you already applied for transfer? You sound like a thoughtful person and if you have I hope that you are accepted to a school more to your liking. If you haven’t, maybe you should consider taking a semester off if you really cannot stand the thought of being at your current institution any longer.</p>
<p>I also feel that you should speak to a counselor immediately. Your current state of mind is more than disliking your school. Also reach out to your family and friends. I am concerned about you and I don’t want you to feel so isolated. Things will get better for you, even though it doesn’t feel that way right now. The future holds great promise, always remember that!</p>