Do you think I need meds?

Question

I'm a 30year old SAHm or 2 (9 & 3). I have a husband who works alot (night shift). I'm happily married and have a pretty good life. However, I seem to be unhappy alot...maybe not unhappy so much as agitated? I don't seem to have a lot of patience with my kids - I get very irritated daily and snappy with them. Even over the littlest things.
I'm not happy with myself (weight & other vain issues) so maybe I'm taking it out on them? They are pretty good kids - they have their moments as all kids do.
I'm just not sure how to relax and just be happy - not let little things upset me on a daily basis.
TIA

Answer 1

You might benefit from medication, it's not a bad thing, you're just in a rut right now meds can really help you get out of that rut.

Answer 2

Depression is a "whole body" illness—one that affects a person's physical health as well as how he or she feels, thinks, and behaves toward others. A person who has depression may have problems sleeping, eating, working, and getting along with friends. Depression can cause many different kinds of unhappy feelings. A depressed person may cry all the time, be very fearful, have panic attacks, argue with friends and coworkers, lose self-confidence, even have hallucinations. On the other hand, he or she might feel numb; not really sad, but not happy either.

Major depression
Of the estimated 17.5 million Americans who are affected by some form of depression, about 9.2 million have major or clinical depression. Listed below are typical symptoms of major depression. If you have any of these symptoms, you should talk to your doctor.

Some people who have this disorder experience only a few symptoms, while others may have almost all these feelings. If the symptoms of depression persist for at least 2 weeks, a major depression is likely, and you should see your doctor. If you have recurrent thoughts about suicide or death, talk to your doctor immediately.

feeling sad or anxious most of the day, every day
losing interest in activities you once enjoyed, including sex
losing weight (when not dieting) or gaining weight
sleeping too much or too little or waking too early
feeling drained of energy or physically slowed down
feeling tired or weak all the time
feeling worthless, guilty, or hopeless
feeling irritable or restless all the time
having trouble concentrating, making decisions, or remembering things
having headaches, digestive disorders
having repeated thoughts of suicide
having hallucinations (false perceptions) or delusions (false beliefs)

What is a nervous breakdown?
Most of us have heard of a person having a nervous breakdown. What does this mean? "Nervous breakdown" is a popular term sometimes used to describe what has happened to a person who has a major depression when a depression is severe enough to prevent the person from functioning normally in daily life, or when the symptoms of depression are severe and appear suddenly, it may seem as if the person has "broken down."

How dangerous is depression?
Depression is a whole body disorder that can cause "whole life" problems. The disabling moods of depression can damage a person's marriage, family relationships and friendships, job performance, and health. The longer a depression is allowed to continue, the more the damage is spread. A major depression can cause a person to shut him or herself off from the love and support of friends and family or strike out violently, verbally or even physically attacking others.

Most threatening is the connection between depression and suicide. It is estimated that 15 percent of all people who have a major depression will take their own lives. Prompt treatment and continuing support for a person with depression can mean the difference between life and death.

If you feel any of the things I listed above then I ssuggest that you seek the advice of your physican and ask about meds that would be right for you.
I didn't suffer from Depression but was on an overload of life and I take an Anti Depressant and I feel ten times better and get way more done and lost the edge that I was carrying around. Good luck to you! :_

Answer 3

There are meds to help you, but are you sure you need medication? Maybe you are upset about your husband being gone when you are sleeping, and the fact he is gone working a lot. Everybody is so quick to think problems in life are solved by taking a pill. Really, meds have side effects and anyway, you just probably need a vacation away from the kids for a short time and more help at home from your nightshift husband. Take a break! Go somewhere for four days, you will feel better when you get back home and your husband will appreciate you more.

Answer 4

Don't get in crappy medications. North American culture promote the usage of medicines like if they were candies. Most people in this society are unhappy because we are blinded by the super glamourous standard. I would advice that you start doing some sport, be more outgoing, accept yourself more, medidate, read self-help books to understand better yourself, and in the worst case scenario go to a psychologist, but for the love of your children... stay away from medicines.

Answer 5

getting frusturated with your kids is going to happen. dont beat yourself up about it. medication might help you but if you say your not happy with yourself then do something about it. Alot of feeling better has to do with the choices that you make, depressed people get caught up in self fufilling profacys where you believe you cant do anythin to fix it, and that it'll never get better, thus is not true. Just take it one day at a time. and start your road to recovary today good luck

Answer 6

I think everyone has those types of times. Maybe if it your weight go to a gym, you may feel better and do something fun with your kids that will make them happy.

Good luck

God bless

Answer 7

Do one thing per day for yourself. Just one-at least one-a nice bath, a relaxing walk, a favorite show or reading material, a call to an old friend...

Answer 8

Sounds like you're overwhelmed. It may be depression or maybe you just need more support from your husband. I know my husband travels and I find it hard to carry on in his absence. You can contact me through this site if you want to talk more.

Answer 9

You should make an appointment with your family Doc and discuss this with him/her. They are better equipped to advise you better than any answers you will get on here. You may be stressed or a little depresssed.

Answer 10

get some alone time. Every mother needs a break from her kids. Every women needs time to herself.. good luck to you!