Mental Health - November 2007

just wondering will you go to hell for it

2007-11-12 13:01:29 · 19 answers · asked by :)(: 2

I'm not saying that I've had the hardest life imaginable, because I know that there are people who have had it much worse than I have. However, I've had some pretty bad experiences and there are a lot of people against whom I hold some major grudges. How can I get rid of the bitterness, hatred, and anger? Believe me, I've made sincere efforts to do so! I've talked to a therapist, I've taken meds, and I've done cognitive behavioral therapy exercises, but I'm STILL angry! What can I do?

2007-11-12 13:00:33 · 7 answers · asked by tangerine 7

I lost my father exactly a month ago today and i'm having a very tough time with it. I know it's not good to just sit around and mope but i dont really feel like doing much. any ideas on little things i could do to get my mind off of things? thanks

2007-11-12 12:53:42 · 3 answers · asked by Haley 2

when I was on 10 mg of prozac I actually lost my apetite, now that the doctor has uped the dose to 20....I find it difficult to feel full.
Its arlarming to me since I''ve always been thin all my life. I don't want to start gaining weight

2007-11-12 12:52:42 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

For someone (over 25) to hold and hug cousins and/or mom all the time when he/she is sitting casually. Sleep in the same bed as mom and hold her while sleeping. Make cousins (15+) sit in lap all the time? bite cheeks of mother and cousins as a gesture of love? I need psychological, anthropological or behavioral explanation?

2007-11-12 12:52:32 · 3 answers · asked by Bell C 1

The Real Me

To you, I am a friend,
a classmate,
someone you talk to.
You know a little
about my past.
But you still do not
know the real me.
The real me
hurts all the time.
The real me is afraid
of what tomorrow may bring.
The real me is suffering
because of mine
and others mistakes.
The real me is weak,
but I do not show it,
because I want to be strong.
The real me is losing faith.
The real me wants help,
but the person what I am
trying to be does not.
Who am I trying to be?
Someone who has no
worries or cares?
I am trying to be someone
who wants to fit in,
when the real me
wants to stand out.
The real me wants
to be different.

I want to know what you think, so I can make any corrections before I submit it to a local poetry contest. Please includ any gramatical mistakes if you happen to find any. Suggestions are greatly appresiated.

Thanks for your help,
Nikki

Also, let me know if you have a better title in mind that fits the poem better.

2007-11-12 12:07:35 · 5 answers · asked by Nikki 1

She had a stroke and I have to do everything for her. It's very hard and I have no social life. I have a girlfriend but she's far away right now. How do I cope with this, cuz I'm under a lot of stress right now.

2007-11-12 11:45:15 · 12 answers · asked by Phillip M 3

The Real Me

To you, I am a friend,
a classmate,
someone you talk to.
You know a little
about my past.
But you still do not
know the real me.
The real me
hurts all the time.
The real me is afraid
of what tomorrow may bring.
The real me is suffering
because of mine
and others mistakes.
The real me is weak,
but I do not show it,
because I want to be strong.
The real me is losing faith.
The real me wants help,
but the person what I am
trying to be does not.
Who am I trying to be?
Someone who has no
worries or cares?
I am trying to be someone
who wants to fit in,
when the real me
wants to stand out.
The real me wants
to be different.

I want to know what you think, so I can make any corrections before I submit it to a local poetry contest. Please includ any gramatical mistakes if you happen to find any. Suggestions are greatly appresiated.

Thanks for your help,
Nikki

Also, let me know if you have a better title in mind that fits the poem better

2007-11-12 11:36:39 · 4 answers · asked by Nikki 1

I like pain no matter what! I like being in a place where I can be abused or hurt. But sometimes I want to be in a place where I am loved which is rare for me. Of course my wrists are cut, whats up with this?

2007-11-12 11:22:13 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm writing a reflection paper on mental retardation and I'm just taking a poll of how many people either think the term is wrong or whether it has just gotten a bad stigma. Do you prefer a different term? What's everyone's thoughts?

2007-11-12 09:22:20 · 13 answers · asked by stilletto_killers 3

I am getting really behind on my homework, and I really need to motivate myself to do it! I just can't seem to do it, I lose track of time, and just find myself rushing at the last minute to do it all. Any advice on to stay motivated?

2007-11-12 09:21:41 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-12 09:19:24 · 7 answers · asked by Nikki 1

I've been going to a psychologist for several years and he has helped me. Now he mostly just weeps a lot and I don't know what to do? I'm not too stable myself so this is really messing with my head. It's not a joke question. Please give me some advice. Should I try to help him?

2007-11-12 09:13:12 · 7 answers · asked by jag 3

I'm 13 now and i've been suffering from depression for about 2 years.I'm on prozac, but it isn't helping.I'm seeing a phscologist for about half a year, that isn't helping either.And i'm seriously thinking about killing myself. I just don't understand why i'm so unhappy.I have good friends,family and i'm get good marks at school.If i'm not happy now i'll never be.Everyone thinks i'm getting better.I don't know how to tell them i can't cope - it just upsets everyone. Please give some suggestions...

2007-11-12 08:46:41 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

My father passed away 11 days ago,and since then ,my 76 - year - old Mother has been having severe memory problems;she can't remember birthdays,names of people she knows,how many states there are,etc. She had a CAT scan of her brain ,bloodwork and the doctor examined her today.There was nothing out of the ordinary,and he said that the memory loss could be from the stress of losing my father,but he put her on the Alzheimer's drugs Aricept and Namenda.I would appreciate it if anyone who has family members on these drugs could give me an idea of what to expect in the way of side effects,etc,and do these drugs really help at all? Also does anyone have any advice as to natural remedies ( herbs,etc,) that may help? Thank you in advance.

2007-11-12 08:42:05 · 4 answers · asked by Dances With Woofs! 7

2007-11-12 08:07:30 · 0 answers · asked by Anonymous

i'm 18, i've been feeling down and depressed for a few months now and it won't go away..

it seems to me the only way out is to end it all..

i confided in a friend and she seems to have distanced herself from me..

what can i do?

2007-11-12 08:07:09 · 45 answers · asked by mcc846 1

He is having trouble finding work--been laid off since June. Nothing seems to work out. He constantly worries about urine tests since he is on Methadone for drug recovery and most places won't hire if you are on that. (we found that out). I have been slowly going back into depression I think.. the only time I feel good is when I lay down and I don't want to go to work. I have to go back to work tomorrow and face it all. I feel so lazy and glume. I am even somewhat jealous of my husband. He is so smart--smarter than myself when it comes to book sense and I am a teacher. I hate feeling like a nobody in an adult body. I see my psychiatrist tomorrow evening and I don't even know what to say. I don 't know if I am depressed or just plain lazy and angry. What is your take?

2007-11-12 07:46:07 · 13 answers · asked by just julie 6

2007-11-12 06:03:25 · 17 answers · asked by M.G 2

If someone was taking 20mg of Escitrolopram and ran out could they take Citalopram for a couple of days untill Escitolopram was available again? What is the difference between these two and is there anything in the contents that would clash and cause bad side effects?

2007-11-12 05:57:44 · 6 answers · asked by Crazy Diamond 6

-i always need to be admired.
-envious w/ others who hve better physical appearance than me
-always conscious of what i look
-anxiety.
-i feel everybody is always starring at me.
-childish.

i have this following behaviors which makes me think i have NPD, i am trying to remove this behaviors (trying to help myself) especially the desire to be admired by others,envious, and extreme focus on myself...but it seems that they become natural with me that even though how hard i try to remove them, they keep on coming back on myself, do i have NPD?.

2007-11-12 05:37:31 · 8 answers · asked by alpha 1

2007-11-12 05:26:50 · 8 answers · asked by Lady Luck 81 1

2007-11-12 05:09:14 · 4 answers · asked by Scratch 1

she needs help but i dont know what to say can you help me help her? if you can ty (thank you)

2007-11-12 04:56:43 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-12 04:19:28 · 12 answers · asked by rrty s 1

I am a software analyst. I have been into toughest of the projects and have come out with good outcomes even thru very difficult situations in projects. But in spite of that when it comes to joining new projects and delivering, I somewhat seem to get afraid and nervous of taking up that project. This may be due to fear of failure or fear of slogging and putting in extra efforts which can ruin work life balance. How can I overcome this? Apart from professional life in personal life I am also not courageous and gutsy. Can anyone tell me how I can address this?

2007-11-12 04:11:59 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

To make a long story short, I am a single mother, I am 34 and I have one 10-year-old son. I was raised to be independednt, resourceful, and competent. I am educated and I consider myself intelligent.

The problem is, I am spreading myself way too thin, but there is nothing in my life of which I can let go. Among my responsibilities are my son, my home, my job, finances, education (I am a college student), my son's school, our church, my own health, my family, my friends, and several other things that are mainly value based, such as my commitment to the community and the environment.

I am at a point where I just can't seem to keep it all together, but I have this stupid, stubborn streak that won't let me ask for help with anything.

I would love to hear from others who are going through this, as well as any advice you all might have.

Thanks!

2007-11-12 04:09:41 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Whats the the correct name for someone who lies about themselves even though the person they are lying to knows they are lying? is this a mental illness?

Someone i know told someone today they were married when they are not there was no reason to lie!

Is this person mentally ill?

Thank you for any answers

2007-11-12 03:57:17 · 3 answers · asked by jo 1

I did fancy this girl of my age and shes bi but no one knew. Back then, I couldn't decide if I was bi or not either. But then she did something evil to one of my best friends and now I hate her. I haven't fancied any other girls yet but now I'm really confused. I haven't told anyone because I think if I tell them and suddenly change my mind, then I'm stuck. Also, I'm worried they won't like me as much and be nervous around me and one of my best friends hates bisexual poeople and takes the mick out of them.
HELP! =[
No answers answers please!

2007-11-12 03:49:35 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I did it about 7 times, like once or twice a week , it is something I truly regret doing and I'm wondering if I damaged my brain in any long term way, how long will it take to get back to "normal" I know that you might damage your brain for abusing marijuana for a prolong period of time,but as far as I'm concern I didn't abuse it (although I did think I did consumed a bit too much one time) any help will be HIGHLY appreciated!

2007-11-12 03:04:50 · 13 answers · asked by Jim l 1