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Hello and thanks for posting on the 2nd Floor Message Board! Your situation is much more common than you think. First of all, congratulations for being accepted into the performing arts program! It's quite and honor and says something about what a talented individual you are! Missing your friends is certainly very normal. It is a relief to hear that you are friendly with others in the acting class. Typically when students transfer into such programs the students in that particular program become very close due to the very reason you are writing: because they are new to the school and see many new and unfamiliar faces. It is important in your situation to keep talking. Seek out advice from your parents, your friends, your counselor, your teachers. In most cases the depression that you are referring to is short lived as the year passes and new surroundings become more familiar. If your depression does not subside and you continue to have any or all of the following symptoms on a daily basis it is important that you seek help: loss of pleasure in activities, feelings of helplessness or hopelessness; problem getting or staying asleep; loss of appetite; thoughts of suicide or wanting to hurt yourself. If you related to these symptoms please call 2nd Floor right away at 888-222-2228 to speak to a support counselor or speak to an adult at your school. Things can get better! In talking to an adult it is more likely you will come to the right decision of whether to stay with the program or switch back. You can also text us Fridays starting at 4 at 908-280-0235. Thanks again for posting and please reach out to us or another trusted adult! Take good care :)

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