Are Dakota Students Okay?
With school back in session, pressure is high for the students of Dakota High School. Sports and clubs are back, as well as testing and homework. Many students have responsibilities outside of school as well, working part time jobs or partaking in activities not related to Dakota. With everything students take on, it can be hard for them to find time to eat, sleep, shower, or spend time with their friends and families. The question nobody seems to be asking is “are Dakota students okay?”
I decided I would be the one to find the answers. I asked some students a simple question, “how is your mental health?” Here are some of the answers I received.
“It’s terrible.” -anonymous
“My therapist said that there’s nothing she can do anymore.” -anonymous
“My mental health is horrible I go home and cry for hours.” -Audrey S.
“Declining slowly.” -anonymous
“Terrible, in shambles really. I look at myself in the mirror and I have to lie to myself because everyday is getting worse.” -Ben Martino
“I’m dying inside.” -Cloe Campbell
Although many of these answers might be seen as jokes, none of them are positive. Not even a month into the school year and this is the state of the student body. Should the mental health of students be seen as more of a concern?
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Jack • Sep 27, 2021 at 1:47 pm
Honestly, I agree with this new stress. Last year when we were online there was some stress with turning in assignments but eventually it got sorted for the most part. Now coming back to school there is a big issue because for people like myself who had a job now have to work and go to school. which for most including myself find difficult. Most days I come home and have an hour before I have work so I get little time at home to do school work and little time to myself.
Evan Nagel • Sep 29, 2021 at 8:56 am
I know this isn’t my story but I agree with this because I have a job too and I barely can pass 6 hours of sleep per night anymore
Anna • Sep 24, 2021 at 9:05 pm
I’m so tired.
Josh Voss • Sep 24, 2021 at 12:03 pm
All in favor of a fall break? I think we could all use a breather!