@katherine978 I would urge you to seek help right away. I struggled with depression and anxiety throughout high school and college and into my mid 20’s. It didn’t matter where I was, I had great friends and a good situation, I was always “sad”. I really don’t know why I let it go on as long as I did. Now, many years removed and with children on my own, I can’t believe the time I missed feeling sad. Leaving school may be the best thing for you, but such severe depression and anxiety is a definite problem that doesn’t just go away. You will need counseling and possibly medication and it will take time. Please take care of YOU. Depression can be a lonely place, please reach out.