BUT, before running, make sure you know what you're running from. Problems travel easily. If home isn't the problem, you risk isolating yourself from people who love you. Yeah, your boyfriend can help, but at 18, he needs to take care of himself. Should you break up, you'll be left with only yourself.

Considering your relationship with yourself, that's scary. Wherever you sleep at night, make sure your day is filled with people who can help you. You still need help. Instead of leaving home, why not use his place as another place? Then you can have two homes.

If you need help and help can't be found, contact The National Hopeline Network at 1-800-784-2433 (1-800-SUICIDE).

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