<p>See, that’s what’s bugging me about it. I do think I needed the time off but at the same time spending a year with only my dad to talk to might screw me up even more. (He’s kind of a loony. And I’m scared I might forget how to socialize.) But you can’t really blame the school, this was my second attempt and a student suicide would really hurt the community…I mean, I should be grateful I wasn’t expelled, at least they’re letting me come back.</p>
<p>I would suggest that you go down to the nearest mall, see whether any stores are accepting applications, and apply.</p>
<p>The job you get won’t be a great one and it won’t pay all that well, but you’d meet people and you might have a much better appreciation for what you want from your time in college at the end of it.</p>
<p>The high school diploma won’t matter nearly as much to them as the flexible schedule, either.</p>
<p>Whatever you decide to do, though, I hope it works out for you. I am impressed by the way you’re taking responsibility for your actions; that’s hard for most of us to do.</p>
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<p>The school is attempting to protect itself. It’s understandable after recent events…</p>
<p>“this was my second attempt”</p>
<p>When you say second attempt, did you actually try to go through with both of them and failed, or you changed your mind about it? </p>
<p>You should just cut off all ties with everything in your current life, move to a different area/country, and create a new life there. Are you taking any medications now? Anti-Depressents can cause increased suicidal ideations, especially in teenagers.</p>
<p>Worst thing to do would be to sit at home alone. </p>
<p>Try to find a job where you can interact with people. Kids maybe? They’re pretty refreshing – Innocent and such.</p>
<p>You could also join a peer group. By this I mean anything general that has people who are on the same level as you – Ultimate Frisbee, Fashion Club, Book Club??</p>
<p>Anything where you can interact with people who are interesting – Anything that won’t bore you – Anything you’ll look forward to waking up and doing. </p>
<p>Anything but Nothing?</p>
<p>You could also try learning something new? Language? Instrument? Riding a Motorcycle – Nothing better than riding around on mountain roads at night with the wind scattering your thoughts. </p>
<p>Last one’s weird, but seriously, find something interesting that you’ll be able to invest in.</p>
<p>I agree with Bourne. And if you get hit and killed on your motorcycle, it’s not that big of a deal because you would have killed yourself anyway.</p>
<p>wow how do you expect that to help him? when clearly, something went wrong to the point of where he wanted to kill himself, and here you are saying how if he died it would not be that big of a deal?!</p>
<p>i don’t think he will benefit much from reading your post Pistolen08.</p>
<p>oh, and now my research mentor seems to think I don’t have enough to do over this year, so now he wants me to write a review article</p>
<p>on the one hand:
holy crap I get to be the first author for a review article in a scientific journal! i’m a freshman, this is kind of unheard of. it’s an opportunity i’d never get back</p>
<p>on the other hand:
this is kind of the worst possible time</p>
<p>should i accept the task?</p>
<p>by the way, thanks for the advice so far, it’s been really helpful :)</p>
<p>^Does he want it soon like with a deadline? Can you handle it you think? It will be nice to do it though. But you have to assess the commitment yourself first. Can you get on board without committing yourself by explaining your situation, and say I will try my best but …</p>
<p>BTW, Agree with nontrad. You might enjoy working in a book store or record store. But avoid joining the food industry. Fast food joints are too stressful and hot (:</p>
<p>If you think you can handle the review article, go ahead! I wouldn’t even know what a review is supposed to look like…</p>
<p>Six weeks later: I am lonely, miserable, and bored out of my mind. My only friends are now on CollegeConfidential, which is kind of sad. I haven’t actually done anything interesting, but the psychologist I went to did say I wasn’t mentally ill. At least I’m getting a driver’s license. And an interview with Kaplan. If all goes well I might be tutoring for the SAT.</p>
<p>Thanks for your help, guys :)</p>
<p>Good luck. Try running or something, keep active. It makes you look/feel better too. Someone might yell something at you, but that’s when you give them the finger and release some anger.</p>
<p>I can’t run a quarter-mile without getting sweaty and winded. I don’t know how those track people do it. Might try weightlifting though, thanks :)</p>
<p>Pffft. Suicide is never a cool thing to try kids.</p>
<p>I am not in college yet, although i did have a couple attempts of offing myself in high school. This is what i did, if it helps you in anyway cool beans.</p>
<p>recoveryourlife.com offered a lot of support, and i became rather concerned about many people, realizing that it’s not just me.</p>
<p>I got a job outside of my town where i didn’t know anyone so i could meet and try new things. Some jobs aren’t going to like that you do not have a HSD… so go to the nearest mall as stated before. Wal-Mart is a good place to work, but don’t be a cashier. It’s the ****tiest job ever. At my store the most desired position is 2nd or 3rd shift instock.</p>
<p>You’re probably old enough that well… you might want to date. Why not try some church singles nights? Not something i did however.</p>
<p>Pick up a hobby. I learned how to sew as something i could do indoors and now i know how to make tons of cute bags and clothing. 
On birthdays my girlfriends always ask for a custom made bag. I also picked up photography. You don’t need an uber amazing camera. Just something that you can use a lot. Rechargeable batteries… a must. More over it gives you the opportunity to see the world a bit differently and if you have photoshop you can make some amazing things! </p>
<p>DEVIANT ART!!!</p>
<p>Hope this helps hon.</p>
<p>Also, see a therapist, talk about it and just be honest.</p>
<p><a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/parents-forum/512289-live-campus-take-college-classes-11th-12th-grade.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/parents-forum/512289-live-campus-take-college-classes-11th-12th-grade.html</a> this is a link to colleges that accept students before hs graduation</p>
<p>If you like animals, do volunteer work at the local animal shelter. You’ll feel better doing something for others, and animals are great for providing unconditional love and acceptance.</p>