((((((((((( confusedteen & Elysium ))))))))))))))))))

I was going to post on this thread but Elysium pretty much summed up everything I would have said and she did it very eloquently.

confusedteen, you have just shown how wonderful and mature you really are with your response to Elysium. I so remember how my life was at 17 and how frustrated I became with my parents as well. It seemed the only way to let things out was to yell and scream and to say nasty things (even though I didn't mean them). It's so hurtful to do that and you can't take the words back after they've left your mouth. I only wish I had a place like this and more mental health availability when I was your age, as it may have helped make a huge difference in my life as I moved forward.

I think you are extremely brave and you have so much going for you right now. Don't forget too, many times teens don't quite "see" the whole picture about adult lives and difficulties. It's one of those things that you discover as you age and mature and begin to live an adult life Many times, that's where the difficulties in communication come into play with parents and children.

I wish you well hon.....and I believe with the attitude you are taking now, you are going to be just fine!

Be well!