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Call me scooter. No, it isn't my real name, but I like the idea of having a secret name. Most of the people who have professional advice columns don't use their real names, so I don't see why I should either. I want to give the best advice possible, and I figure that the first way of becoming professional is to act professional. That isn't to say that I plan on growing up to be an advice columnist. Actually, I want to be a psychologist. But, this is as close as I'm going to get to that right about now. I'm also a very good writer, so I figure writing an advice column is a good way of getting my ideas out there. Please feel free to ask me any questions you like.
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I'm 19/F, in my third year of university.
I'm starting to really worry. It's about the third week of classes, and I haven't attended nearly enough of them, due to my financial situation (I can't afford to take the bus every day, and the free bus pass I'm supposed to get from the school hasn't arrived yet).
I'm way behind in my studies. I actually ended up skipping class yesterday and missing two labs (both mandatory) due to stress-caused illness. I don't know if I'll be able to get a doctor's note for it.
I've got a bunch of late assignments that I have to do, but it's nearly impossible to do them, because I don't understand any of the course material.
I'm starting to get really worried about all of this. I'm not in a financial position to be in school right now, but I don't have much of an option because my program might be cancelled after this run of it. I have 30 hours of class a week, and a 45 minute long commute to and from school, so I can't get a part-time job.
Any tips on how to deal with being absolutely overwhelmed by everything?
You need a therapist. Your academic life is falling to pieces, and you are not taking any responsibility for it. Stop making excuses, and face reality; there is something bothering you. You should seek professional help so you can learn to deal with whatever it is.
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That was great advice, but I really could have done without the harsh criticism. I am not a stupid or self-indulgent person, and I'm hard enough on myself as is for allowing myself to get into this situation.
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