In high school I was considered a shy person but had some friends. I think I was in the middle term but was not considered what is called a popular person. In this way I do not know if there is a relationship between my anxiety and depression and social acceptance.
Ashley, I think that would be true, I was very shy in high school, and did not have many friends and sometimes i remember being teased in grade school. I think it also helps if you feel accepted by your family too. I didn't have the support there either. My parents were just worried we would get in trouble and spent all they're energy sheltering us, { like that would help} I think teens need to find a family member or friend to confide in, just having that support person to confide in , ask questions and maybe care about them enough to help get them involved with some type of social activities could be helpful
