Going back to uni after a year off!!

Ive had to have a year off uni after going through a really bad time and suffering with an illness aswell as depression - well apparently. Now i am going back in under 6 months and im so worried im gonna fall back into my old ways and be really ill again not only with what i have but also with this depression thing as it made me do some really strange things!! Has anyone been in the same situation as me? Im frightened!!

Reply 1

hugsnkisses

Dont be frightened, you will meet new friends and learn a new way of thinking. I myself took a year out after suffering extremly from anorexia, however when i went back to uni i have meet new people and they have helped me loads. If i dont eat they take me for food and talk loads.
If you are really worried then go to a uni near home and commute that way you will have your parents support too.

Reply 2

Star123

im not returning to first year though im a second year which makes me more worried bout actually meeting anyone.

Reply 3

andrewjh009

Is there not any student accomadation you can move into or check out some students that are looking to share a house and have space available, failing that you could try some new sports teams, societies etc, its pretty laid back in my experience and easy to meet people, even if your not too hot at sports its ok as many arn't either, it will be hard on the course though unfortunately if you have been away.

Reply 4

Gem

I know mine isnt the same but I had a gap year before I went to Uni, and I worked through it completely from Sept-Sept. It was SO hard going back into education as I was so used to having my own money and a monthly income.

I remember the night before Uni I sobbed my heart out to my parents, and the first day I absolutely hated it, but I went back the second day (through gritted teeth!) and never looked back. I had the best time ever and going to Uni was probably the best decision I've ever made. :smile:

I guess what I'm saying is, it might not be easy, but it'll be so worth it. Just be determined and you'll get through then when you look back, you'll be so proud of yourself - think of it as a challenge! :biggrin: