Should i go to university with bad mental health?

I have ocd and severe anxiety and over the summer ive gotten worse. This is the worst my ocd has been since i was 14. I have a tendency to isolate myself and it makes me worse, but i know if i dont go to university ill probably get a job and then sit alone in my room after every shift. I find it very difficult to make friends, i currently only have 1 and she lives far away.

Does anyone else have experience with this and how it turned out for you? I have a month to get a grip of myself and try and make myself better but idk how well i am going to be able to cope :/.

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Papyrus Hopeline

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Hi There

We hear that you are living with Anxiety and OCD and you have noticed that this has had a bigger impact on how you have been feeling over the summer. We understand that you are now considering whether or not to go to University due to your Mental Health. Although going to University can be a really exciting time it is also a big change which can make us feel really nervous.

We are wondering if you have spoken to someone who you trust about how you are feeling right now? This could be a Friend, Family Member, or a Trusted Teacher. Often talking about how we are feeling is helpful and can support you to make the best decision for you.

It is amazing that you have been able to be so open and honest about this. If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide then please reach out to Hopeline247 on 0800 068 4141 or by Text on 88247 for advice and support from a trained Suicide Prevention Adviser 💟