Mental Health - November 2006

I pretty much know I'm suffering from some sort of chronic depression and can't get these suicidal thoughts out of my head...

2006-11-06 16:45:49 · 11 answers · asked by Michael 3

Is there anyone suffering from pmdd and how did you handle it every month? how extreme did it get? any suicidal thoughts? any suggestions beside medication, doctor visits, dieting... what happens when you are at an extreme point that you totally lost your mind, totally not logic and everything doesn't make sense anymore? What do you do when you can't think anymore?

2006-11-06 16:42:39 · 5 answers · asked by novsKy 1

I have all these pent-up emotions and problems that I need help with - but the problem is, I can't talk to anyone about them. I feel as if I can only talk to someone if I trust them, but I have severe trust issues because of things in the past. I'm trying to build up the courage to talk to my Dad about things - such as how I think I might be bipolar, how unsupported/unappreciated I can feel, and a whole range of other things - but I can't bring myself to open my mouth, and even if I -do- initiate a conversation, I sit there debating in my head whether to talk or not, doing it for so long that I lose my chance. Any one have any suggestions? =(

2006-11-06 16:37:47 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

At the moment I'm just really depressed and I just want to know some ways with out taking pills or anything like that, to get over it and move on.

Reasons for my depression: My uncle just died, I just lost my best friend, I had to go into the hospital because of some problems with my brain, no one cares about me anymore, everyone ignores me

2006-11-06 16:16:00 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

I can't sit in a seat for more than 20 minutes without being really figity. Today I had to go to an orientation for 4 hours and I was going insane! Tapping my feet, swinging my chair, going up to the bathroom 10 times! It was like this during school too and skipped alot because I would get so anxious and i just couldnt take it!

2006-11-06 15:53:00 · 12 answers · asked by Izzy D 1

I'm a sixth grader. I have to get up for school at 6:00. I have to do house work after i come from school , do my HW, read, play piahno clarinet guitar, and clean for ages. So i usually finish at 10:30. I dont get enough sleep! How can i at least feel like ive had enough sleep so that i wont have to be sleeping in class?

2006-11-06 15:48:50 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

Is there any coctail, my doctor can whip up for me? I would like to try wellbrutrin, because I don't need to gain anymore weight. what can I do about this depression? I feel like sleeping all day, and don't want to talk to my friends, or take care of myself.

2006-11-06 15:42:11 · 6 answers · asked by kiss me under the mistletoe 2

i think people should shut up and deal with it but they say im weird just because im hyper and thats not gonna get me any friends

2006-11-06 15:27:07 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Which would be better to decrease my anxiety (just in general), meditation or sellf hypnosis. I've tried both but I usually wind up falling asleep!

Also does anyone konw of a good book on self hypnosis or meditation for phobias or generalized anxiety?

Johnny B.

2006-11-06 15:21:29 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

is it just me because where ever i go people are saying "oh you cut thats so wrong" but i don't believe it! I think that it's my body i can do what i will. i'm not suicidal, i know if i go to far, and it works! Cutting is no worse than smoking, yeah it's just as addictive but it has the same calming affect on a person. i say if you need to cut then do it!

2006-11-06 15:04:54 · 20 answers · asked by .:Blow_Me_Away:. 1

I take it for epilepsy and I know it is also used for depression and bipolar disorder, but I feel really depressed a lot. Why is this? Wouldn't it take care of my epilepsy AND my depression? Or is the medicine causing my depression? I dont know it is confusing me.

2006-11-06 14:34:03 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-11-06 14:33:34 · 11 answers · asked by City Man 1

i have been put on lamictal for reasons, and i am only 16, i kno it is not FDA approved, but i believe my doctor is not tryin to hurt me. What are some symptoms of being allergic to it?

2006-11-06 14:15:12 · 4 answers · asked by jackdanielschik17 2

I'm 14 and lately I've had a lot on my plate lately. I've been questioning my friendships w/ these two girls, have been dealing with an insecurity of the way I look (even tho I am not fat, I feel fat. im a teen tho, u kno how these times are), I worry about what people think of me, I worry about how I can't get along w/ my sister and just a bunch of stuff I probably shouldn't even be worried about.

How can I just relax and stop worrying? Is this normal-do I need to see a counselor? These teen years are kinda confusing.

2006-11-06 14:02:06 · 13 answers · asked by sweetdollツ 7

I feel down about myself in every way first of all im 100 lb and 5"3ft and i think im a chub even though i know im not.............are you with me....... I see all the short and skinny girls and feel jelious they cant eat all the junk food they want and not gain for it and i cant have junk food without gaining like a pound thats how i taught myself not to like it...............I dont get it I run i eat right but still most of the girls in my school are prettier then me............will i always be the ugly duckling............I mean im not ugly im actually a lil pretty but not cute or hot .............sigh im soooooo jelious

2006-11-06 14:02:04 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-11-06 13:32:36 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've tried almost the entire list of SSRI's, with nothing to show for it. They either cause headaches, nausia, vomiting, or had no effect whatsoever. I've been in talk therapy/congnative behavior therapy since I was 5. I've attempted suicide about 4 times, and went through a long period of 1) using perscription sleeping pills, pain pills, & muscle relaxers to get high, and 2) drinking, smoking, & cutting to fend off the pain. After a brief hospitalization, I ended all self-destructive behaviors in hopes that it would help me recover. It didn't, and while I've still managed to avoid all such behaviors for 7 months now, I long for them greatly every day. I suppose the only reason I don't engage is because I'm sick of the reprocussions that occur when my parents find out.
My q is this: Is there anyone willing to treat severe depression in a 16-year-old female through alternative methods such as anti-psychotic medication, ECT, or VNS? My current docs are too scared they'll be sued.

2006-11-06 13:23:51 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi -

I have Bipolar and have noticed some interesting perspectives from the "Mentally Correct" population. Please answers these questions truthfully. Read on...

It seems everyone is "Bipolar" nowdays and the term is losely used. Are you afraid of people who have this disease and how do you feel about them? Are you truly supportive of them or do you avoid them and talk behind their backs? What is your view and description of someone with bipolar and how do you know they are not simply using it as an excuse? Do you know someone who has this disease? Are you fearful of them?

2006-11-06 13:22:46 · 33 answers · asked by Erik 3

2006-11-06 13:21:40 · 18 answers · asked by mamabear 1

I have been bulimic for six years and I have had really low self-esteem ever sense I was a child. I saw a psychiartrist about two years ago because my husband and I were having problems in our marriage. We are doing fine now, but I don't know how I feel about psychiartist. Do they actualy care about your problems are do they just want your money? Today was the first time that I went to the dr. for my eating disorder. He put me on prozac and did some blood work. He wants me to see a psy. I really don't have to many people to talk to about this because it is still my little secret. I did tell my husband though. He is the one that encouraged me to get help. I also think that paying $100 for one hour is crazy.

2006-11-06 13:18:55 · 9 answers · asked by ccl 2

bipolar disorder and depressions runs in my family. i have aunts, uncles, grandparents and cousins with it. even both of my parents do. i think i may be bipolar but my mom won't take me seriously when i try to talk to her about it, she thinks im just crazy. i'm only 14 so i don't know what to do. your probably thinking that oh, she is 14 she is just having problems with mood swings because of things going on in her life and hormones and stuff. but since it runs in my family and i have almost all of the symptoms i am really concerned about this. im not sure what i shuld do. does anyone have any suggestions?

2006-11-06 13:17:50 · 9 answers · asked by rachel 1

I look all happy in front of everyone. But Im actually depressed. I feel really alone since I dont have a gf. There are girls that like me, but im so confused as to which one I want. And because of my extremely low self esteem I doubt that they even like me, when its obviously do. I have no idea what girls see in me. I guess Im attractive but I kinda hate myself. I don't like myself at all, and I don't think im good for anything.I think about killing myself a lot. idk what to do

2006-11-06 13:15:43 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

"A moral code and behavior based upon the Old and New Testaments... We are committed to living, as far as it is possible, by the moral precepts taught by Jesus Christ and by the whole counsel of God as revealed in the Bible."
http://www.traditionalvalues.org/defined.php

"The number of unmarried-couple households (couples of the opposite sex) has grown seven-fold since 1970 – from 523,000 in 1970 to 4 million in 1996…The majority of adults in unmarried-couple households are under 35, and the majority have never been married… .
http://www.userniche.com/LoveAndDivorce/ASP/UserNicheMainPage.asp?ID=23#divorcerate

That is because about 75% of American adults identify themselves as Christian.
http://www.religioustolerance.org/christ.htm

“Whether we like it or not, pornography has become a part of society. This industry, with an estimated yearly profit of $10 billion..."
http://www.alternet.org/story/13212/
WAKE UP AMERICA
do you not see the hypocrisy here?

2006-11-06 13:11:43 · 4 answers · asked by rwl_is_taken 5

I have an appointment with mental health Jan 5th, what will they be asking me, and should i be as scared about it as i am?

2006-11-06 13:05:32 · 5 answers · asked by seilygirl 4

I have been struggling with depression on and off for a long time.
I have had thoughts of suicide but never had any intention of following through on them. Lately I've been having those thoughts again, but along with new thoughts too, like cutting myself or going out and getting drunk (which I have never done. I don't drink at all).
I don't know where these new thoughts are coming from, and I want to know if they're caused by chemical imbalances because, even with my depression, these thoughts are completely new and something I've never thought of before.

2006-11-06 13:03:55 · 4 answers · asked by Somebody 1

I am 27 years old and about to graduate from college. It's taken me longer than most because I've devoted alot of time to care for my schizophrenic mother and my elderly grandmother. Last semester, I finished an internship which I really enjoyed. Unfortunetely, I was unable to get a job there because the company is soo small. I've had this seasonal job but it ended a few weeks ago so I began job hunting. I haven't found anything yet. I've been on 3 job interviews and am waiting to hear back from one which seemed like it would be great for me.

Right now, my family is depressed because of our financial situation and I'm not doing any better since I am not working. I just sit home and feel useless.. I don't know what to do with myself.. :-(

2006-11-06 12:57:01 · 9 answers · asked by laracroft79 1

2006-11-06 12:53:47 · 9 answers · asked by kiley 2

and am starting to be different than i used to be. i am always moody and i feel guilty if i do anything other than study. i always procastinate and wait till the last minute to do my work. i am taking 21 hours and am just ready to graduate. i just got married and my husabnd is very patient with my moods. i have told him i think i have depression but he says i am to motivated to have depression. do you think these are signs to depression? i am getting to where i dont like to go to town b/c of all the people and i am losing my patience more quickly than usual. i dont know if its just burned out or depression. thanks

2006-11-06 12:45:46 · 16 answers · asked by sweet2006 1

The lights are used for indoviguals to releave winter mental depression, as you would use a sun lamp or light

2006-11-06 12:45:03 · 2 answers · asked by rgrandt 1

Does anyone know of a website that tell about human concentration, like what kinds of things affect your concentration, or what kind of things can make your ability to concentrate greater. Or a website that gives information on how cell phones affect your ability to drive, or just studies done on cell phones.
Thanks.

2006-11-06 12:34:04 · 1 answers · asked by Randa 1