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The husband is overwhelmed with school and feels overwhelmed with drugs. The wife suggests finding healthy ways to cope with stress and suggests finding ways to channel energy from community work into school work.
human
I don't know what to do, I'm just so stressed out with school.
gpt
Have you talked to your teachers or a guidance counselor?
human
Yeah, but it's not helping. I just feel so overwhelmed and drugs make it all go away.
gpt
Using drugs is not the answer, Husband. It's only going to make things worse.
human
But it feels like the only thing that brings me some relief. I don't know what else to do.
gpt
Maybe there are other ways to manage your stress. Have you tried meditation or exercise?
human
No, but I don't think that will work for me. I just need something to help me escape.
gpt
Escaping your problems won't solve anything. You need to confront them and find healthy ways to cope.
human
I know you're right, but it's just so hard. It feels like everything is piling up and I can't handle it.
gpt
Remember when you talked about being involved in your community and how that made you feel empowered? Maybe you can find a way to channel that energy into your school work.
human
That's a good idea. Maybe I can join a club or work on a project that will help me feel more motivated.
gpt
Exactly. And if you're still struggling, we'll find other ways to support you. We're in this together.