Many people struggle with anxiety and depression in high school. There are so many factors that can cause these feelings. However, many of them are out of our control. In order to deal with these overwhelming things, some people cast aside the causes of their stress in an attempt to feel in control. This can be helpful in the short term, but in the long run, it is important to develop skills in order to cope with stressful factors, rather than delay them.

Healthy habits like deep breathing, sleeping enough, and eating better are important. These habits may not come easily, but they are habits that need to be formed and stuck to. Deep breathing can be useful in stressful situations that you cannot remove yourself from, such as talking to an authority figure. Overall maintenance of the human body can create a more stable foundation in your mind, giving you the ability to tackle anxiety and depression. Maintaining yourself may seem easy, but simple things like eating healthy, exercise, and getting enough sleep may be harder than you can imagine. With that said, after establishing a pattern that works for you, it can be easier to seek help, take care of yourself, and maintain your relationship with people in your life.