
taking a break was the best thing i ever did- it saved my life and my academic career! BUT- that semester turned into a whole year for me before i felt able to come back, which is sort of a bummer. but still wouldn’t change things. as others have said, talk with folks who are professionals about it first!
1) don’t stick it out, bad no no 2) the taking semester off thing might bite you back or just derail your plans. I know plenty of people and have seen/read plenty of stories online of people doing that and never going back 3) use whatever resources at your disposal including but not limited to the ones provided by your uni or a therapist 4) follow your gut, we ain’t know your situation but you do