For three or four months now, I have been going through some rough patches. A friend of mine commited suicide, I'm being blackmailed for a large amount of money, and I am in fights with my friends. I cry 3-4 times a day, and sometimes scream myself to sleep. My parents think I need to see a psychiatrist, since I can barely pay attention in school. What do you think?
2006-09-22 18:54:38 · 20 answers · asked by tiklemekelmo 1 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Go to the doctor. Please. This thing can spiral out of control very quickly, and I would hate for you to hurt yourself or anyone else.
2006-09-22 19:04:23 · answer #1 · answered by Angela M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being like this for 3 or 4 months is not good. How are your eating habits? Any weight gain or loss? Do you still "get out" with friends or even on your own? Are your able to get to work or school OK? How about your grades or relationship with your co-workers and your boss?
These are the kinds of things that you should think about. There is nothing wrong with going to a counselor. Start by talking to your family doctor and/or your school counselor. But really, really really, talk this over with a PROFESSIONAL. Even if you aren't clinically suffering from Major Depressive Disorder, you'll feel better about yourself if you can talk to someone about your issues. Your discussions with the doctor are confidential.
If you ever feel like you want to commit suicide or commit violence on another call 911 immediately. Do not pass go, do not collect $200.
2006-09-23 03:47:37 · answer #2 · answered by Squid Vicious 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it may not be ... do not jump to a conclusion as yet ... an incorrect diagnosis is not a good thing
Herez wot i think :
a) you really need to get a move on .... do not sit and ponder over and analyse forever about wot is wrong with you ..... if u feel the need to talk to a counselor or a psychologist or go to a religious preacher or confide in somebody you trust .....just go ahead and do it ..... do not wait for ever .... take the first step , the rest will follow ....
b) personally , this is wot i would suggest .... if you can get a break from school , a week or so .... go outstation (eg. to some far off aunt in the countryside perhaps ) .... just relax and unwind ... it will give you a chance to recharge ur batteries ... give u a fresh perspective ... and then calmly just go over the happenings in the last few months and compose your thoughts and feelings .... then decide whom to go to for help , if any....
c) i am against medication as far as other means can be resorted
to .... so if you ever decide to go for professional help go to a counselor/therapist/psychologist first .....
if you can fight it out and come on top .... this will make you a lot more stronger to face other UPs and DOWNs and uncertainities in life ..... will definitely give your self esteem a boost...
So , get moving .....
2006-09-27 01:50:12 · answer #3 · answered by anarchic_drifter 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I do think that you are dealing with depression in regards to your friend's untimely death, this would explain the crying three to four times a day. However, being blackmailed at school...that would be more like anxiety. And it sounds like you scream yourself to sleep just to wear yourself out just enough to do so.
But before you go running off to see a Psychiatrist, you should probably talk to a religious leader that you trust, a really close friend, and finally a counselor. You don't want to be doped up on perscriptions for the rest of your life...trust me.
At any rate, focus on bringing closure to your grief in dealing with your friend. Remember when he\she was alive and happy, I don't think that this person would want you to constantly grieve, but to move on with your life and be happy yourself.
As for your black-mailing jerks. What are they black-mailing you for, and would it really be that embarrasing or terrible if their secret got out? If it's just a socialite thing, forget about it. You're in high school? Don't let them push you around, and no matter what...never be sorry for being yourself. It's far better to be hated for who you are than loved for who you are not.
2006-09-23 02:50:05 · answer #4 · answered by Cecil K 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
oh honey. thats terrible. well yes it is a definate form of depression. as bad as things are dont let them drive you to suicide like your friend. I dont know what to tell you about the blackmail but about the crying and screaming, a phyciatrist would really help. It saved me, it can save you. Any depression can be escaped. All you need to do is let it out. Tell someone. Thats what phyciatrists are for. Tell everything. secondly, take it easy. worry will cause more stress making things even worse. third, you need to trust that everything wil be alright. if you give up hope you wont be able to save yourself. and most importantly, dont lock yourself or anyone else out. sucluding your emotions and your self will put you into a deeper state of depression. The one that looks to death.
Dont let it get that far, There is hope, God is watching over you and He wont let anything happen to you that He cant get you out of.
Death may seem best. But that is God's jugement to make. If that is what is to become of you than it will come when it should. But if something else is to become of you, hang in there and God will lead you there.
Have faith and it will all turn out one way or another.
2006-09-23 11:35:47 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depression is not something you can help. I still suffer from depression. I go through stages where I feel so down that I can cry at the drop of a hat and I do not know why. The best thing you can do is to confide in someone you trust fully about how you feel. I keep a journal of my feelings. This helps me. Theres a link below for a test for depression......Please take this seriously as depression is no joke and can get seriously worse if you dont confide in someone or find answers.
2006-09-23 02:38:35 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is not depression. this is cry for help and getting out of your problems. do you know any other person with your problems that he/she would be alright ? i'm not a therapist, but depression is when you lose interest in life without having a serious cause, and it's a serious pathological condition that needs psychotherapy or even medication. talk to your people, your parents. what you want is solution to your problems, not therapy. how can you pay attention to school when you are being blackmailed ? start solving your problems and fast, and find your everyday rhythmes
2006-09-23 02:04:02 · answer #7 · answered by mar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's a test called the 'depression scale' you might be able to find it online. You can score yourself and figure out whether or not you're depressed and what severity of depression you have.
Basically when you're depressed the following change depending on severity
Sleep (more or less)
Interest (decreased)
Guilt (increased)
Energy (decreased)
Concentration (decreased)
Appetite (increased or decreased)
Psychomotor (increased or decreased)
Suicidal thoughts (increased)
It sounds to me like you're going through a few of these, but not all of these. I suggest you tell your primary doctor or arrange a counseling session with a counselor or psychiatrist. I wouldn't immediately jump to meds as a first option
2006-09-23 02:08:34 · answer #8 · answered by Scott S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have a very hig depression please go see a doctor...whenever you feel depress divert your mind to other things like video games or eat any type of tasty food watch tv do anything just divert your mind from that topic..the other thing is your friend commited a suicide had left a very hard mark on your mind you have to forget about it and think it like that way you gotta move on in your life....if you are blackmailed for money you should talk to cops about it..getting depress never solve the problems instead of it increases the problem..
2006-09-23 05:05:35 · answer #9 · answered by cool k 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why no get counselling and see?
Start with the depression self test in "The Feeling Good Book," Dr David Burns, the first chapter. He explains each question after you are finished.
The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
http://www.dbsalliance.org
Take action: ask for help!
Many communities have free counsellors. They do here in Lowell, MA!
2006-09-23 02:16:04 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you definitely have depression. I am not a doctor, but have personal experience. I would suggest making an appointment with a psychiatrist and talking about what is bothering you as soon as possible.
Good luck to you.
2006-09-23 02:00:13 · answer #11 · answered by wsamson_7121 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋