am i depressed?

Question

I just hate myself really. I don't like the way I look(though I guess I am attractive). I don't really think I'm good at anything, and the only thing that keeps me going everyday is a girl that a like that likes me but I can't seem to get her to go out with me. Which is another thing. I don't know why she likes me. I don't really know why anybody likes me.

No, she DOES like me. I just don't know why...

Answer 1

God loves you and you are precious to Him. You are bearing His image. Never under-estimate yourself. Cheer up and go to church to learn God's way of life.

In the Beginning God created heavens and earth.
God gives you air to breathe and sunshine to enjoy.
God gives you water to drink and food to eat.
God gives you a wonderful body and sound mind, to live.
God loves you, and you are precious to Him.
Son of God died on the Cross to save us from condemnation.
Jesus’ love is boundless and everlasting.
We have the hope of Heaven through Jesus.
Life therefore has fantastic and glorious future!
(Digestion of above can even prevent depression and suicide attempt.)

Answer 2

That's totally depression. It's cool, it happens to a lot of people, but you will probably need help to overcome it. Look into talking with a therapist to help you out. Also, have a chat with your doctor. If your depression is caused by a chemical imbalance, you'll need to take medicine to fix that.

If you can't get the help you need in these ways (it's hard for uninsured people, I know), just concentrate on getting through the days. Keep a journal, talk to people you like, and maybe take up exercising. I know you don't feel like exercising right now, and you probably don't feel like doing much of anything- that's a common part of depression. Exercise does help, though, as does talking it out or writing about it. And just take it one step at a time, and really try to get to that therapist.

Good luck with everything. You can definitely get through this. After all- you're good enough, you're smart enough, and gosh darnit, people like you! Heh, sorry.

Answer 3

We all go through this hell one time or another.Depressed yeah maybe but nothing I dont think you couldnt get over,I mean if you felt this way for more than say two weeks your depressed.You dont like the way you look but you think your attractive,well how about changing something simply at first,a new hair color,a rinse in case that doesnt help.Changes of clothes something easy.She likes you because she sees something that you cant see right now.Sense of humor maybe even if you dont think you have one right now something for sure about you.You sound very smart my guess is that why a lot of people like you.Excerise will helps its a natural.If you still feel the way you are feeling say another week go to your md and she/he will help. Good luck

Answer 4

I'm sure you're aware, a lot of people believe they are depressed. This is not always the case, some people just get into bad spots. If you are SERIOUSLY concerned, i.e. you don't want to eat, sleep too much or too little, or ever consider hurting yourself, you're first step is to see a therapist. Depression is not something self-diagnosed. Chances are you, you're down on your luck, nothing seems to be going well, and you basic human reaction is to feel bad, as well as concentrating on other bad areas of your life. ACTUAL depression is caused by a lack of seratonin in your brain, which is a major hormone in sleep, hunger, and emotion, so if you're only symptom is "feeling bad", chances are, you are not depressed, if you notice any other drastic changes, see a doctor.

Answer 5

You have to start doing somethig to improve your self esteem EVERY DAY. Learn something from somebody you admire, study, get smarter, read some good books (history, exploration), get involved in sports, start a hobby that may turn into a life-time of self-satisfaction. Through self improvement you will like yourself better. No worthwile knowledge or skill is easy to aquire, but you have time on your side, just make a resolution to stop waisting ALL of it. Maybe the girl likes you because you may have a bit of philosophical attitude (philosophy IS kind of depressing though, so for introverted minds, swithing into action bring you back in balance.

Answer 6

I was the exact same way ...and i know how hard it is when u just wish u were someone else and you feel alone...but u have listen to this and let it sink in ok..IT WILL GET BETTER i promise u...you have to flip ur way of thinking...when u start to pick at negative things about yourself catch yourself and think about other things...next i want you to (when u have stopped picking at yourself) tell yourself one really great thing about you to the mirror...one a day and also tell yourself one positive thing that happened in that day even if it is as small as that girl smiling at you...u are stuck in a rut but u do realise that many ppl are answering ur questions so that must mean that r intersting and ppl want to help...see one more thing u can tell that mirror...and as for the girl hunny there are so many fish in the sea...if it dosent work with her it wasnt meant to be thats all in a nutshell...i hope that helps...stay stong and be confident ...if you werent yourself who else would u be?...noone... remember that good luck...:)

Answer 7

It sounds like you need a professional opinion.
Depression is serious and you asking a bunch of strangers on Yahoo will not give you the answer that you need to hear. You may or may not have depression. If you do then you may need treatment. Even if you don't then maybe it will help for you to talk to a therapist anyway.
It does sound like you are "depressed" but this does not mean that you have depression. Call your local counseling center and set up an evaluation.

Answer 8

Maybe you are... Try looking for a depression quiz on the Internet and print it out and go see a doctor. Sometimes, every once in a great while it seems ok to hate yourself a little bit but if you feel like this every day ... then maybe you need some counseling.

Answer 9

Does it really matter why any one likes you. What is important here is that you don't like yourself. This will be difficult but sit down and make a list of your good points. A list of the good things you have done in life, any accomplishment no matter how trivial and keep doing it. If you concentrate on the good the bad will recede into the background and you will start to like yourself. Never let fear stop you from doing that which is good for you. and like yourself.

Answer 10

Sounds like you ARE depressed and suffer from low self-esteem. You don't say how old you are, but I'm thinking you're a teen, which says alot. Teens often go through periods of low self-esteem. You need to talk to you friends, family, etc. And the girl may just not like you because you aren't her type, not because there's something wrong with you.