Hi there,

First of all welcome to PC, you've came to a really good place if you're looking for a support network .. there are some really good people here.

Secondly, i'm really sorry to hear about the passing of your step brother. I can't even imagine how hard that must have been on you, especially at a time like this.

You said that you wanted to meet new people/make friends .. well is there anything at your university that you could get involved in? Any clubs or organizations that you could meet people through? I'm not sure what you're interested in ... but maybe doing something like that would open doors of interaction for you, just a thought ...

It sounds like you've had alot thrown on your plate, and i understand how lonely you must be feeling. I just started university this year and so at the beginning when i didn't know anyone (well more like a couple months), it was so hard to adjust, and just get through the weeks. I know your situation isn't the same .. but i know what you mean by just needing to have some "secure" people in your life. You should have a counselling service at your university .. maybe (if you felt comfortable) you could go and see about that, they should be free of charge if your a full time student - and they can be REALLY helpful. I've had good experiences with counsellors and it really is so encouraging just knowing that you have someone to talk to, even if it is just on a professional level.

Keep posting on here, and read around a bit .. you'll find there are many other people who you just might be able to relate to.

Feel free to message me if you ever want to talk/if you have any questions.

Take good care,
Jacqueline