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Name: Amanda
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Join Date: February 5th 2021
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February 5th 2021, 05:23 AM
that has brought me back to TeenHelp after like... nine years?
Hi, I'm Amanda! I used to use these forums pretty much every day back when I was 16/17 years old. Back then I was a teenager trying to navigate undiagnosed adhd, depression, anxiety and trauma. Being a teenager is hard enough without having a mental illness and sometimes I look back and am amazed that I even made it through that period of my life.
I have grown so much since the last time I looked at that TeenHelp logo, and I want to be able to share some of the things that I've learned and experienced with anyone who may need the support. This community helped me make it through and I hope I can give back for that in some small way.
I look forward to talking with you guys!!! Let's be friends 
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Re: I have been on a long journey... -
February 5th 2021, 06:43 AM
Hi there Amanda! 
Welcome back to Teenhelp! If you ever need anything, feel free to message me.
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February 5th 2021, 12:30 PM
Hello Amanda!
It's awesome you've returned home. Yes, home is where the heart is and Teen Help is my online home.
I really look forward to getting to know you; and your journey. Presently I'm on vacation off the Amalfi Coast, but tend to lurk. Do VM or PM me whenever you like.
Best,
Wendi
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Thomas Edison tried over two thousand times to invent the lightbulb.
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February 5th 2021, 12:42 PM
Welcome back, Amanda! I was around back in 2012/2013, but I am not sure if I remember you! Either way, it's great to have you around here once again and it's fantastic you're eager to jump in to give support and advice to others!
Feel free to have a look around on the forums and be sure to check out the new chat room.
Take care and I hope to see you around!
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February 5th 2021, 04:15 PM
Welcome back! Glad you've decided to come back and help others and I'm looking forward to seeing you around the forums again. We were probably active around a similar time, so we may well have spoken back then too!
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February 6th 2021, 02:13 AM
I love it when older members come back! I'm looking forward to meeting you!
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February 6th 2021, 06:23 PM
Welcome back! I am so glad in the last nine years you've been on a journey of self discovery. It's pretty amazing, and I am sure you have lots of insight to share. I look forward to seeing you around!
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February 7th 2021, 04:19 PM
Welcome back! It's always nice when members return.
I think your experience will be invaluable to helping other members. With everything going on, we certainly need it!
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February 10th 2021, 10:54 AM
Hello Amanda!
A warm welcome back to TeenHelp!!
You're such a tough cookie for having braved all those days  It's amazing that you now want to come back and contribute to this amazing community. Like you, I lived with a mental illness in the latter half of my teenage years. I've only recently made huge steps overcoming it.
I look forward to getting to know you through this site! Feel free to PM me if you'd like to chat about anything!
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February 11th 2021, 01:15 PM
I love seeing old members come back to help after they have grown and learned new things being adults. welome back, were glad to have you <3
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February 14th 2021, 07:47 PM
Welcome back, Amanda! It is really good to see old members returning
I agree- the teenage years are difficult on their own, and dealing with undiagnosed adhd, mental illness and trauma must've been so difficult for you. But it's good to know that you've come out the other side and want to help others
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March 3rd 2021, 11:27 PM
Hello Amanda welcome back, it's lovely to have you back Hope you are doing well.
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