Mental Health First, Then Career Reassessment

Published on 10/27/2025 Hiring & Talent Acquisition Insights

The user is experiencing significant mental distress, guilt, and suicidal ideation due to academic failures and perceived family disappointment. While career guidance is secondary to mental health support, there are definitely better career chances once her mental state stabilizes. As a previously 'bright student' currently in an LLB program, she possesses valuable intellectual capabilities and is acquiring transferable skills like critical thinking, research, and communication. If the law program is a source of unhappiness, exploring alternative fields that align with her interests (e.g., healthcare administration, public policy, social work, or non-practicing legal roles like compliance) is crucial. Prioritizing mental health support (therapy, counseling) is the immediate and most important step before making any major career decisions. Once stable, professional career counseling can help identify paths that leverage her strengths and interests without the pressure of past expectations.