15 thinking about running from california

[Guest]

Hi my name is courtney i am 15 years old and i have been thinking about running away for a few months now,i live with my grandma for the past year because my mom got a new boyfriend and has pretty much abandind me and i feel i can't stay here any longer,what should i do?

[ccsmod0]

Re: 15 thinking about running from california

Thank you for contact at the National Runaway Switchboard. We are sorry to hear that living with your grandma has been working out for you. It sounds like you have been dealing some changes in your life. And feeling abandon by your mom for her new boyfriend is not a good feeling to have. You had mention that the thought of running away has been on your mind for some time. Here are some questions to think about that could help in making your decision. These are also posted on our website:


• What else can I do to improve my home situation before I leave?
• What would make me stay at home?
• How will I survive?
• Is running away safe?
• Who can I count on to help me?
• Am I being realistic?
• Have I given this enough thought?
• What are my other options?
• If I end up in trouble, who will I call?
• When I return home, what will happen

Do you feel comfortable in talking to someone about what has been going on for you (mom, grandma, friends, and school counselor)? If you had already talked with someone, did you feel that it was helpful? Do you know who has legal guardianship of you? Do you feel that a runaway report would be filed?

We want to able to provide assistance to you in explore all options. We have lot of resources and referrals that maybe useful. We can also assistance in doing a conference call (it would be you, one of us and the agency/mom) and also passing on messages to your legal guardian. We are a confidential 24/7 crisis line and we do not judge you on your choice. We look forward to hear from you. Our number is 1800-RUNAWAY (1800-786-2929). Good luck.

[Guest]

Re: 15 thinking about running from california

Well infact i have talked to my mom about it and we have resolved things for now, but i do thank you for your help,and unfortunatly some of my actions from being so stressed out has gotten me in some trouble,(i broke a girls nose because she called me emo) and that has landed me in anger manigement classes but i only blame myself for that.but thank you for all your help and i will get ahold of you again if i need to in the future.

[ccsmod8]

Re: 15 thinking about running from california

Hello,

Thank you for contacting us again and we are glad to hear that things are beginning to look up even if you have gotten into some trouble along the way. It shows greatly on your part that you are able to take accountability for your actions even when you mess up. It shows strength of character on your part and we appreciate you taking the time to think deeply about what is happening you in life and look forward to working with you more in the future. Please take this time to remain strong and we wish you all the best. Good luck with anger management.

-NRS