Mental Health - November 2006

2006-11-26 18:43:56 · 11 answers · asked by Shauna O 1

my co-worker a few years ago almost died of cancer
my co-worker tried to commit suicide and lived
I almost died of a chronic illness

The suicide co-worker has rebounded, but the cancer survivor and I are dying inside. We both have drug and alcohol problems. I need some good advice.

Not that 'jesus loves you' or 'go see a counselor' but some REAL survival tips from those that have almost died before and know how to cope...

2006-11-26 18:17:11 · 15 answers · asked by happy g 2

I have been taking it for years and I'm afraid I'm never going to be able to stop. If I skip more than 1 day, I get SO sick, I vomit all the time, I get those creepy brain shocks. I feel like i'm in herion withdrawl. I'm not having a problem with Effexor right now, I take it daily and I know it helps with my depression, and I don't really need to change medications, but in the back of my mind I'm always remembering how dependent my body is on this medication and it freaks me out.

2006-11-26 17:33:39 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Im confused...Ive had a bunch of crushes on girls..But lately Ive been havin a lot of dreams of havin sex with guys... And those guys are my schoolmates!! HELP!!!

2006-11-26 17:27:12 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

In a nutshell, I have always had confidence issues. These were exaggerated by the fact that I am a fraternal twin, and my sister is my exact opposite; that is, overly pushy, domineering, et cetera. I have always shared a tiny bedroom with her, so I have no space of my own.

Because of our differentiation issues, I have a lot of trouble accepting myself as a female and acting accordingly. I just recently stopped consciously emulating boys. That's an issue.

I'm also scared to pursue anything new because I'm afraid that people will stop liking me for it, my sister will mock me in to the dirt, and my father -who supports me no matter what, this is my specific issue- won't completely approve and that will just kill me. I have no real interests or personality and am constantly seeking the approval of others. I have adapted my tastes in clothing and music to be minimally offensive to other people. I constantly want people to excuse me for breathing. I feel like a burden all the time...

2006-11-26 17:26:04 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

i always feel drowsy.daily i sleep upto 8hr .sometimes i sleep upto 10hrs even then i fell sleepy.

2006-11-26 17:19:52 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Anyone have any alternative meds or some suggestions? Been struggling it for almost 10 years now, have been on almost all the regulars on and off...and have given up. Lately, its been an exeptionally difficult battle. Any suggestions?

2006-11-26 17:12:25 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-11-26 17:07:56 · 12 answers · asked by Layne J 1

I have been taking 100 mg of Zoloft a day for almost 18 months, but have notice for the last few months I tend to get sidetracked easily (i.e. I will wander away from watching my favorite show and miss the end or start a project and get bored with it). Is this another symptom of depression?

2006-11-26 16:51:59 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

I recently was told by this person that they were sexually assaulted by someone we both know. I made a promise before i was told that i would not say anything to anyone. I feel action needs to be taken, i cant let something like that happen and they get away with it. The victim wants to "forget about it" I dont think you can so easily. I love this person more than anything in the world, and wish for them to be ok and free of harm and troubles that can be caused by what has happened. What makes a person think its ok to not say anything and let it go?

2006-11-26 16:47:23 · 15 answers · asked by BB 2

At present too many things in my life
1.I live awayfrom my vamily and country as a refugee
2.I have no permanent income
3.I have no body near me to love or true friend
4,I lost apetite so i cant eat much
5.i feel my life is wothless and better to die
6ihave not future no life so whu should i libe

2006-11-26 16:39:45 · 13 answers · asked by slafrf 1

2006-11-26 16:16:02 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have this huge speech to give in my speech communications class tomorrow, and I am really scared right now! Kinda funny, but I feel sorta lightheaded...any suggestions to keep from hypervenilating?

2006-11-26 16:15:12 · 10 answers · asked by ? 2

2006-11-26 15:55:53 · 14 answers · asked by Dying To Live 1

2006-11-26 15:51:37 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

My bestfriend has known i'm bulimic for a long time. But she decided to tell the school. She went to a counsler and told them about it. Now they are trying to get all involved. I dadn't ever tell my parents but they did. And now they trying to get my parents to put me in a recovery center. But i don't want to go to a recovery center!! I don't think that would help me. The counslers suck too. they all talk about my "emotional pains" and how i'm depressed and stuff. What can i do!?!? I'm scared that they won't help me but make everything worse!! Are they going to make it worse or are they really trying to help me!?! i'm SO confused

2006-11-26 15:49:37 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-11-26 15:44:23 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have had panic disorder for years now and can not get over the symptoms of feeling light headed when I drive and I am sooo afraid of passing out but my dr. keeps reassuring me to keep driving because it is rare to impossible to pass out...

2006-11-26 15:43:24 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-11-26 15:17:41 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

i did his name was jake

2006-11-26 15:15:36 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

but i get really sad about random things like:
i worked really hard on my nails, and they got all messed up and i started crying
but also:
ppl keep yelling at me
i have a bf, but i really like someone else
i dont want to eat
me and one of my closest friends r in a fight
things that didnt bother me before, now r bothering me very, very much
i just dont feel like doing anything but sitting in bed
at some times im REALLY tired, and i sleep for more than 12 hours
but other times i cant sleep at all (like i only sleep for 4 hours)
and a few other things 2

what should i do?

2006-11-26 15:12:39 · 11 answers · asked by Cutie P 2

Anyone have any tricks to help me sleep? Everytime I go to bed, a buch of "energetic" thoughts come in my mind... nothing negative or sexual or whatever... just lots of thoughts that kinda put my body in a awake-and-ready state...

I tried meditation but it doesnt seem to work well, reading does help a bit but the effect doesnt last long enouth and I don't want to start taking sleeping pills...

2006-11-26 15:09:24 · 12 answers · asked by That Guy 2

i was in aresidental treatment center untill i turned 18. was reciving counsling and on meds bc i was deppressed and cutting. the meds worked. but now i cant afford them and without them things arent good i am going back to the way i used to be i have started cutting again and i think i have a problem with alcohol. i know i need help but i dont have any money i am just barely making it. i am at the end of my ropes please help

2006-11-26 15:07:17 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

I try to be sincere in my duties and responsibilities. I expect others also to be sincere in their duties. If I do not find them sincere, I feel angry and uneasy.

2006-11-26 15:06:38 · 10 answers · asked by kansal 2

i was in a residental home and reciving counsling till i turned 18. i was on meds bc i was majorily depressed and was cutting. counsling and meds helped. but now i cant afford counsling or the meds i need and i know i am going back to my old ways. i have started cutting again. i just dont know waht to do. on top of all that i think i have a alcohol problem. there is so much going on i have no wher to turn.

2006-11-26 14:59:06 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

If so, how does it work biochemically?

2006-11-26 14:53:21 · 6 answers · asked by Zelda Hunter 7

a little help.. cant come up with anything..

2006-11-26 14:42:33 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-11-26 14:39:58 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

im thinking of becoming a resident

2006-11-26 14:38:44 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-11-26 14:35:30 · 9 answers · asked by genieejj 3