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Dr. M is the author of five advice books for tweens and teens. Her latest is Where Should I Sit at Lunch? The Ultimate 24/7 Guide to Surviving the High School Years. She enjoys dancing, reading, working out and talking with young people about the issues that concern them. She holds a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology.
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Liz, a first-year college student, is the co-author of three books: Ask Dr. M and Liz; Getting to Know the Real You: 50 Fun Quizzes Just for Girls, and Girls: What's So Bad About Being Good? She loves to dance, paint, make collages, hang out with friends and, of course, give advice.
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Dear Dr. M & Liz,
I'm having trouble with moving on. Many times we moved from school to school because of my dad's work. I'm having trouble with my relationships and it kills me on the inside every time I remember them. Sometimes, I don't wanna go to school anymore because of this. It feels awful a lot! Tell me what I can do so I won't feel depressed and frustrated anymore! Thanks for your support.
—Aly, 17, Virginia
Dear Aly,
Leaving behind friends and a familiar environment when you move is very difficult. It's not surprising that you're having trouble connecting with new people since you've learned how much it hurts every time you leave. Instead of just remembering your old friendships, reconnect with them when you can. Send email messages and photos to let your old friends know what's going on in your community and in your school, and ask them to do the same. Perhaps you can set up a private online chat just for you and your friends. It might also help for you to talk to your guidance counselor at school who would know other students who've done a lot of moving. You would then have a group for sharing problems, stories and strategies related to moving. You also might find it helpful to talk to a counselor about how you're feeling, someone who will listen and offer advice about dealing with your feelings of depression and frustration.
—Dr. M
Dear Aly,
I think the best thing for you to do would be to talk to an adult you trust, maybe your mom, another relative or a guidance counselor. You could also try writing in a journal about your feelings. Just being able to express your frustration and depression can help a lot.
—Liz
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