I don't know if there is any such thing as a happy 15 yr old. I had 3 and all of them from 14 on were kind of a nightmare. Angry, depressed, anxiety, slacking, endless angst. None of them liked me until they were about 19. Sometimes I'm still not sure if they do. But I do know that it was no reflection on the job I did as their mother, as I'm sure is the case with your daughter. I can't imagine your worry and feelings about what she did. I would have been out of my ever lovin' mind with worry! I'm impressed you didn't use this as an excuse to turn to food. What a positive step that is!

I truly hope for your daughter that she works though these very tough emotions she is struggling with and that you can continue to be strong for her and for yourself. I endured 3 teenagers that ALL put me through things I still have nightmares about, and we all survived it. I really didn't think I would. We're here for you any time you need to vent.