Mental Health - July 2007

or is it that some people just dont hav ethe necessary amount of serotonin in their brain? what is the truth?

2007-07-17 07:04:29 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

My seven year old son is eating way to much. He says he is hungry all of the time, but I feed him enough. He is always in the pantry. He eats really fast and a lot. Other things concern me as well. He wears glasses and has for 4 years. Recently he threw them in a gravel pit, when asked why he won't give you a straight answer. Our family went to a theme park and had to leave, because he punched one of the characters and would not apologize. My husband and I do descipline. I am really concerned for my son. we have a younger child, who is the total opposite and it is not right when we can't do certain things with him, because of our other son. Does anyone have any suggestions?

2007-07-17 06:42:26 · 20 answers · asked by tommy 2

Hello I am currently studying to be a personal trainer I graaduate in the fall:) I am also a survivor of severe depression and I am a true believer that everything happens for a reason.. I feel that god intends me to use my proffession and experiences to help others... exercise ( and doctors) have changed my life... walking has helped me drastically.. I would like to start a program in my hometown that meets about 2-3 times a month to "walk off depression" and to let others know they are not alone and just come together and I would like to have guest speakers and would provide answers to any excercise questions.. or weight management.. This will all be free excent donations.. any suggestions?? what do you think? I just really want to make a difference and if you help just one person not feel alone it would be worth it!

2007-07-17 05:52:15 · 7 answers · asked by sunkiss 2

I have very vivid dreams and I sleep very hard. When I wake up in the morning I feel like I am emerging from a coma. I can never wake up more then 30 min before I have to get out the door because I can't reason with myself when the alarm clock is going off- the power of my sleepiness is too strong. Should I get a sleep study done? Is it possible that the dreams are making me sleep too hard?

2007-07-17 05:47:55 · 5 answers · asked by Erin H 1

I know two people who either cannot or will not keep friends. They each follow a similar pattern.
- They meet someone, get close to them, act like BFF's, then within 6 months or a year, they manage to find something wrong with their friend and before long that friend is history.
- Both of them are in relationships, and get very jealous of their boyfriend's friends.
- Neither one of them enjoy being alone, to the point of burdening their boyfriend.
There are obvious issues here with fear of commitment or fear of being hurt; having to be in control; etc. But both of these people follow such a similar pattern I wonder if they are symptoms of something specific.

2007-07-17 04:46:44 · 4 answers · asked by KidNick 1

If so, what's your personality disorder? Describe your experiences.

2007-07-17 04:34:26 · 7 answers · asked by tangerine 7

Lately I have been feeling really angry about he little things. Just the other day my terrible wife forgot to take the trash out to the curb and I freaked out! I yelled at her and threatened her and then almost ran her over it the car as I took off for a time out. I have found that a few beers helps me cope but I can't be taking that kind of medicine before work. What can I do to control this?

2007-07-17 03:55:38 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-17 03:50:33 · 11 answers · asked by Pegeen 1

I am a 25 year-old girl who is not pretty. i am also very socially awkward. ive worked hard at trying to overcome the shyness and self-consciousness i still feel at my age. i work in a corporate office as an hr assistant and feel snubbed alot. there are a couple of people im definitely friendly with (meaning i smile and wave and chat with if see them, though there are few of them) but do not have many people to talk with, generally speaking. i know it's because im low on the corporate rungs and not attractive, but how do i not let it make me feel badly? i am prone to depression and anxiety and sometimes at work i get so upset and hurt over being ostracized, that it effects my work. i cant concentrate and i feel like crying.

2007-07-17 03:43:50 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

My friend has been depressed and was put on Xanax. He goes on drinking binges that last for several days during which he does not sleep and barely eats. He drinks Sparks and Tilt "energy" drinks that contain alcohol and actually stays awake for 2 days at a time. He also drinks beer. In addition to this, he has mild diabetes.

He's about 6' tall and medium build. I'm afraid this is going to kill him. I offer food as often as possible but I don't know what else to do. Any information about what this will actually do to his body would be helpful. thanks.

2007-07-17 03:28:54 · 3 answers · asked by destiny 2

I am a 27 year old guy and I feel like an absolute failure since I have never been in a romantic relationship. I am alright looking, traveled the world, owned my own house and work as a pilot in the aviation industry. People looking at my life seem to think I have it all. The thing is I consider all these things I have done a failure because of the fact I have never had a girlfriend or any genuine friends. I cry often when I am alone.

I had hopes and dreams once of getting married and having a family. Will it ever happen? I sometimes feel like just flying my plane into a mountain (no passengers on board) How can I find happiness? I am good person I just find it really hard to meet genuine honest people!

2007-07-17 02:46:02 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous

is there a way to get some1 to face up/admit/go the drs. that they have a personaliy disorder.any advice or guidence gratefully recieved

2007-07-17 00:35:53 · 4 answers · asked by louieonacid 2

I was diagnosed as a manic-depressive since 1990. I have had about 14 nervous breakdowns or manic episodes, the latest was just this June. I need help in maintaining my moods from becoming too high nor too low aside from taking medicines religiously.

2007-07-16 23:14:36 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

its so bothering... i feel muscle weakness and ode symptoms but the doctors said im fine,,

i dont really know what to do i feel so helpless

2007-07-16 21:35:33 · 2 answers · asked by babyG21 1

without a prescription, legal?

2007-07-16 20:50:12 · 4 answers · asked by winkcat 7

I grew up in a family with a very overbearing father, he more or less sucked the self-confidence out of me. As an adult, I find I face problems because of this in speaking with people or talking at length about issues which I am even qualified to talk about. I always get the feeling that people will think less of me when I open my mouth - I don't even know how to talk with people.

2007-07-16 20:41:33 · 11 answers · asked by BlueYonder 1

My girlfriend and I split up about 2 months ago, due to my "bad behavior" what I want to know is this, I went to a psychiatrist today and have been diagnosed with a chemical imbalance, severe depression and possibly a bi-polar disorder. We have a 2 year old son together, keep that in mind too and I know we both still have feelings for each other. How much should my "condition" affect her decision to reconcile, I am getting treatment and will not stop. I was told that with my condition I was essentially out of control and could not behave as a "normal" person. Is this believable? she says she cannot understand how I could act the way I did towards someone I swore I loved, anyone have any experience with this problem? I could use some suggestions. I never cheated on her and there was no abuse other than my sickness.

2007-07-16 20:01:53 · 10 answers · asked by Brian M 4

my grandma just died. it doesn't seem real. what is death?? how do i stop myself from crying myself to sleep almost every night??

2007-07-16 19:07:48 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-16 18:59:24 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-16 18:30:08 · 8 answers · asked by M J 1

I was listening to a news story today about the LA Catholic Archdiocese pay out regarding priest molestation. One of the victims interviewed was nearly hysterical and talked about how she nearly killed herself over the issue. I was stunned!

I was molested as a child, by my grandfather and by a family friend. It simply doesn't bother me now, it's not part of my life. It has not affected my relationships as an adult, my role as a husband or my confidence as a man.

There came a time when I was in my teens that I made a simple decision that there was nothing I could do about it and that if I let it affect my life, then they were still molesting me. I really don't mean to insult those dealing with their own situations but for me it really was as simple as making a decision not to be a victim.

Why is it so much harder for some people than others?

2007-07-16 18:15:00 · 3 answers · asked by David P 3

im depressed around my family i just cant take it i only now have funs with my freind wich is about 5 of them maybe 6 idk what to do i should be happy my birthday is this month i dont know what to do my parents neglect me and treat me like im not there, i dont believe i would ever be the same with them agian the most i can do now is ask for stuff, i rather not talk to them and i rather mope around, Als o my sister makes me the most sad she can break lose any of my stuff and lie to my face about it, it makes me so pissed i rather just cry and cut like the little kid i am

2007-07-16 17:58:37 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-16 17:57:14 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

About 5 months ago i had this tingling in my brain ice cold feeling i still have today and bad headacks my neck is still twitching bad like its jerking.my neck was stiff and my arm feels kinda numb.im grinding my teeth all day i have always grinding my teeth but its un controllable now i went to the hospitale they did a ekg on my heart and a cat scan and drug test all negitive.the doctors thought i was on meth becuase for 6 hours my heart rate was at 110.ive never done any drugs though.i have a fast heart rate all day long for yrs.since i was little i have had ocd,aniexty,depression,insomina.also for the past about 8 yrs lost of appetite i have to force my self to eat and i feel sick after im fine with my weight.i have ate 4 times since thursday and small meals i know this isnt healthy but i cant help it. i just started taking paxil 2 months ago and it has helped little for the aniexty.also my vision had went down hill big time i cant see well. i have some other symptoms also.thanks

2007-07-16 17:29:23 · 6 answers · asked by ~~~~ 4

2007-07-16 17:07:05 · 7 answers · asked by dimitry n 2

2007-07-16 17:00:23 · 6 answers · asked by cammie 4

Is bipolar personality disorder a good reason to excuse someone from Jury Duty?

2007-07-16 16:59:18 · 14 answers · asked by Pinky 3

I can't go to bed at night...and actually dread going to bed because I fear it'll be boring waiting to fall asleep.

Lol...

Any tips on falling asleep? =O

Tyvm! Much appriciated! =D

2007-07-16 16:55:13 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am extremely afraid of spiders and, more specifically, tarantuals. (Camel Spiders also creep me out....but that's not going anywhere.)

I want to get rid of this fear. I know everything about tarantulas and spiders, and that has just helped to increase my fear. It creeps me out that they have 8 legs and 8 eyes, and that web-spinning thing is .. . . . . .*shivers* I don't care that it's stronger than steel. It comes out of their bodies.

I know that this fear is completely irrational. I have had no lingering childhood experiences that cause me to fear them. They're just gross.

Is there anything I can do?

2007-07-16 16:17:51 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

like no one cared and they were alone all the time??? I feel like I can't trust anyone and I can't let anyone in. I can't talk to anyone cuz I always feel that I waste everyone's time, but I just need to know if I am the only one that has ever felt like this.

2007-07-16 15:12:33 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous