[RKORyder]

I'm a college student and some days I'm excited to work towards my dream career and for the possible opportunities in my life while other days (and becoming more frequent) I find myself unsure about what I want to do with my life and see no future for myself ever. I become scared of leaving home and of starting my life because I feel like no matter what I do in life, it'll never be right for me or good enough. Could this just be stress related and I just need to learn how to relax or should I get off my duff and get some help?

it might be worth at least seeing someone about it. seeing what they have to say, and talking through your concerns with them

see where it goes from their

[barbella]

I also think it would be a good idea to speak to someone about how you're feeling. Then you'll have a better idea. I hope everything works out well for you!

[qwerty68]

The first step should be talking with someone. It could be that school is the trigger for it. As a longtime university student and lecturer I saw a lot of this sort of thing. College can be a time of great personal and intellectual growth as well as a source of great anxiety, uncertainty and instability.

That isn't meant to minimize what you are feeling or implying that your issues are minor. If you ask 'should I get help', the answer is almost always 'yes'.

Most universities will have free counseling of one sort or another. It might be though the psych department or through an office in student affairs or whatever your school calls it. That might be a good first step.

After talking with them, if they recommend seeing a psychiatrist, see one, or just go straight to a professional if you think your issues are getting serious.