Dear Avery, When I was young, my parents were my best friends. I wanted to do just about everything with them, and I could never imagine ever leaving their side; however, as months pass and I mature...

Dear Avery, Ever since the school year has started, I have felt more mentally drained than ever before. Over the summer everything was easy, but now my days are filled with stress over assignments and...

Dear Avery, Lately, it’s been hard to look in the mirror without shame. I don’t feel very comfortable in my body, and often find myself comparing my body to my classmates and peers. I exercise and...

  Dear Avery,  This school year, I have been facing bullies. They have brought down my self-esteem and bullied me for things like my clothes, appearance, social status, and more. I don’t...