This situation is a tough one. You might be like me, and want to help folks who might be neglected/mistreated by others.

I'm not a mental-health professional, but I suspect this young woman is trying to build herself up by putting other people down. It sounds like she needs some serious therapy.

I honestly don't know if confronting her would work. She might become very defensive. I know you don't want to hurt her either.

Gee, I really don't know what to suggest. Maybe ask her about getting therapy--seeing the school counselor? Telling her you just aren't able to give her what she needs?

Help! What do you other folks think?