Alone

Isolated, even in a crowd. You can feel completely alone even in a packed hallway. That feeling is common, it is not your fault, and it can change.

What it can feel like

Feeling like you do not fit in anywhere, that no one would notice if you disappeared, or that everyone else has friends but you. Seeing others hang out online can make it sting more.

Why it happens

Friend groups shift constantly in high school, social media makes everyone look more connected than they are, and it is easy to believe you are the only one struggling. You are not.

What can help

One connection can change everything — a club, a trusted adult, a single friend. School counselors can help you find your people. If you ever feel like you do not matter, please reach out to 988. You matter.

You might notice

Feeling like you do not fit in anywhere
Believing no one would notice if you were gone
Pulling away from friends and activities
Feeling more alone when you scroll social media

Try this today

1Text one person you trust, even just "hey."
2Join one club or group where you might meet your people.
3Reach out to a counselor or 988 if you feel like you do not matter.

Get help now

Free and confidential. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineFree, confidential support for teens, 24/7. Call, text, or chat.Call or text 988 Crisis Text LineText with a trained crisis counselor any time.Text HOME to 741741 The Trevor ProjectCrisis support for LGBTQ+ young people.Call 1-866-488-7386

Resources for high school students

JED Foundation

Mental health guidance for teens and the people who support them.

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Teen Line

Teens helping teens — talk or text with trained teen listeners.

Visit resource

NAMI Teens & Young Adults

Learn about what you are feeling and how to get help.

Visit resource

Local peer support

Soon you will be able to set your town and connect with high school students peers near you for confidential, community-based support. We are building this so help feels close to home.

Coming soon

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