Hi, Nosebleed...
I was pretty dysfuntional in my late teens, early 20's. I did manage to graduate from college on time, but with lots of emotional trauma, and wonder how I managed to get thru it now....I'm age 56 also, and have struggled throughout this time, with many mistakes and ups and downs. I have always driven myself to work hard, go to school even when I don't want to, and be financially self-sufficient. I didn't have the training as a child to prepare me for life's challenges, and it has been an uphill battle. Battling lifelong depression since childhood has been a constant, though in my 40's I was finally diagnosed and given antidepressant medication. This helped with making choices and surviving on my own.
I hope you succeed!
Patty