What I mean is do any of you have an illness that interferes with your life/work/social life that causes you to be depressed and how do you deal with it.Im starting to get cranky with being sick constantly and im turning into a hermit.
2006-09-20 07:46:03 · 13 answers · asked by butterflyspy 5 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Im already on alot of drugs including risperdon for moods.Im depressed because my being sick all the time sucks.
2006-09-20 08:01:36 · update #1
What to do? You need to actively fight being a hermit. Yes, therapy may help, but you can at least start to try on your own. I discovered I LOVE dollhouse miniatures and joined a club and began volunteering to do things with/for them. Made new friends who help me get outside of my problems -- often because theirs are even worse, and they STILL cope also!
Find a way to laugh every day. Find joke websites, funny pictures, friends that are witty -- any way you can. My mom and I talk often and we always manage at least one or two belly laughs -- great for clearing out your head from depression.
Reach out to others with problems and help them. Put your own situation in perspective. It takes effort -- being a hermit is SO easy. I've even found that helping folks on HERE makes me happy! Email me if you think just relating to someone else will help. Be glad to do what I can.
Take it easy and good luck!!
2006-09-20 08:02:45 · answer #1 · answered by Yahzmin ♥♥ 4ever 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I lived a really scary life for a while because I was so depressed and I was incredibly unhappy. I started taking antidepressants and I started feeling happy again, something I hadn't felt in a long time. It was great and after 6 months I decided to try my life without it and it's fine. All I relaly needed was to teach my body again how to produce serotonin and how to make myself feel happy by myself without drugs. You may be like me, but don't be ashamed if you need antidepressants, they are a great invention and literally and medical miracle. More than 1/2 the population has taken or does take antidepresssants because of the everyday stresses of life. After a while see if you could go without the medicine for a while and if you can great. I'll probably need medicine again some day just to help my body balance again and there is nothing wrong with that. If just makes me who I am and depression will always be a part of me.
2016-03-26 23:14:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A long term or chronic illness can most certainly make one feel depressed. And perhaps that is due to the limitations or changes in lifestyle and relationships that the illness forces you to make. I just hate that I can't do the things that I used to do. I have found that eating a well rounded and balanced diet, getting proper sleep, and exercising within the limitations of the illness can certainly help relieve some of the feelings of anxiety and depression. When you get that "tired of feeling sick and tired" all the time, try treating yourself to something nice. Try not to cut off friends and family, but remember, they are not the cause of your illness. Try not to take it out on them when you get cranky. Good luck.
2006-09-20 07:59:38 · answer #3 · answered by Bercy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most major, prolonged, or life changing illnesses cause some degree of depression. You have taken the first step by seeking major medical help. Keep pushing the doctors on the medications. Some work on some people and some work on others.
2006-09-20 16:18:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have Bi-polar disorder and I feel like I spend half of my life depressed and in the house. Going to a doctor and getting the necessary medication is the first step because depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain (you are not crazy), but just as importantly find yourself something worth getting out for. Force yourself out. It's worth it in the long run.
2006-09-20 10:53:40 · answer #5 · answered by tammy m 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is the illness you have? This is normal with the flu, but you should really talk to a doctor about it.
My husband developed depression when his kidneys failed. (Only 3% function) He hates the fact he cannot help support the family. But, with a little help from the doctor, a kidney transplant, and a new game plan for our future, my husband is in college and getting healthier.
Talk to someone! Good luck Hon!
2006-09-20 07:55:33 · answer #6 · answered by Gothic Martha™ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suffer from depression and I'm on medication that helps me. And thank God, that's under control. But I also have C.O.P.D. (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Emphysema, Chronic Bronchitis, and Osteoporosis. I'm on oxygen 24/7. I can't do a lot of things I use to do, and that is very depressing. I'm still struggling on trying to get over it, and try to get out as much as possible. It really does help me when I do get out. If you have a good friend, try to go do things with him/her. Even if it's just going for a ride, going to the beach, window shopping, or whatever. But do get out.
2006-09-20 08:03:23 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have arthritis in my joints and that makes me quite depressed, my hands ache and are sore most of the time, mainly at nights and I have to wear supports when the pain is bad.
but at least I have an active mind and a good family that supports me, ask the doctor for a support group that could help you through your illness.
2006-09-20 07:56:54 · answer #8 · answered by paula p 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your constant sickness is causing frustration and depression. I suffer from depression due to a chemical imbalance that I was born with. I take medication for this disease and am able to live life happily on a day to day basis. Go to your doctor and talk to them about your trouble. They may be able to diagnose something or give you a healthy alternative to medication for your ailment.
2006-09-20 07:54:34 · answer #9 · answered by boggin828 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes. I suffer with meniere's disease. The constant dizziness and lightheadedness caused me to be quite depressed. I didn't want to talk to anyone or see anyone. I couldn't do anything because I was afraid I would get dizzy.
My advice to you is to talk to your doctor and tell him/her how you are feeling. I did that and they started me on an anti-depressant and a daily medication to help with the dizziness. I feel much better. A therapist wouldn't be a bad idea too.
Good luck.
2006-09-20 07:55:29 · answer #10 · answered by cyndi71mom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋