i am alwayse depresed what do i do?

Answer 1

first of all, don't blame yourself. then, don't blame other people, - that's really depressing! but seriously, do talk to a doctor or a counselor, something very simple might help you, a sympathetic ear, or treatment for a chemical imbalance. good luck!

Answer 2

I know what you are saying cause that is the way I am. I do know why I am depressed all the time but can't do anything about it right now as I don't have the money to see a doctor. But the best thing I have found for now that is working for me to handle my depression is talking to someone (a friend that you can trust)about what all the problems are and talking them out. It will help for now, I promise. Just getting it off your chest to a friend will help.

Answer 3

Talk to your doctor about the reasons for it. However exercise is very good for depression. I think it might be something to do with when you exercise the brain releases endorphins (something like that)and they make you feel good.
It worked for me! good luck

Answer 4

if i was you, I think that I would consulte with a counselor or pshycologist there could be more open dialect and for someone who does not know the whole situation it could be difficult to advise you and dangerous. (there are free one 1-800 numbers, search the web)

Answer 5

See a counselor

Answer 6

Get a bible, and start searching for God. He will never leave you, let your down, or stop loving you. He will bring you joy you have never experienced before.

Answer 7

Try breathing pure oxygen. You may not be getting enough to your brain. Latest finding!

Answer 8

Talk to a doctor and get some good drugs from him.

Answer 9

try to be involved with positive activity and friends; if you continue to feel depressed, go see your Dr-they can usually help with meds and/or counselling advice--good luck

Answer 10

Clinical Depression abounds on different levels, from mild to severe, temporary or chronic debilitating. I can tell you from my own personal experience that MOST people DO NOT understand depression. Be careful who you take advice from. YOU NEED TO TALK TO A PROFESSIONAL IF YOU ARE ABLE.

You obviously want to learn more, so begin by doing some research yourself. You can start online, but you'll find it very exhaustive, as most sites want compensation i.e. money! However, I recently found some self-help tools online.

Here's a GREAT site that has a wealth of very helpful information, suggestions and tips on many many topics including depression. Click HOME http://www.thisisawar.com/Index.htm on the left side of the page to start (topics at bottom of page). Once you begin with a topic, more subtopics are broken down and listed. Also, many more associated links abound within the article. Begin your journey toward feeling better and understanding yourself better. http://www.thisisawar.com/Depression.htm

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written by a clinical psychologist (MD) that you may want to check out online at: http://www.cyberpsych.com/depression.html

One of the most telling symptoms of depression is a change in sleep patterns. Though the most common problem is insomnia (difficulty getting adequate sleep), people sometimes feel an increased need for sleep and excessive energy loss. Lack of sleep can cause some of the same symptoms as depression -- extreme tiredness, loss of energy, irritability, and difficulty concentrating or making decisions.

Signs of Insomnia include:

Trouble falling asleep.
Waking up at all hours of the night.
Waking up before the alarm clock goes off.
Trouble going back to sleep after waking up during the night.
Sleep that never feels like "enough."

Go to WebMD for much more information:
http://www.webmd.com/content/article/45/1663_51227
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The following simple test is also from WebMD:

Wondering if you have depression? Either print out this page or make a list from 1 to 10 and write down you Yes or No answers. Answer the following questions to find out.

1. Have you been in a depressed mood most of the day, nearly every day for at least two weeks?


Yes No


2. Have you lost interest or pleasure in most daily activities, nearly every day for at least two weeks?


Yes No


3. Have you experienced a significant weight change (at least five pounds) either loss or gain recently?


Yes No


4. Has your appetite changed (increased or decreased) for an extended period?


Yes No


5. Have you suffered from insomnia or hypersomnia, nearly every day for at least two weeks?


Yes No


6. Have you felt tired or experienced a loss of energy during the day, nearly every day for at least two weeks?


Yes No


7. Have you had guilty feelings or feelings of worthlessness nearly every day for at least two weeks?


Yes No


8. Have you had difficulty thinking, concentrating, or making decisions nearly every day?


Yes No


9. Have you had any thoughts of death or any thoughts of suicide without any specific plan?


Yes No


10. Did the depressed mood begin after someone close to you died or within four weeks of giving birth?


Yes No



a) Did you circle yes for either question 1 or 2? _____
b) Did you circle yes four or more times in questions 3-9? _____
c) Did you respond yes to question 10? _____

If you responded yes to both (a) and (b), you may be suffering from an episode of major depression.

If you responded yes to question (c) and your symptoms are disabling and have lasted for more than two months, you should seek professional treatment. If you responded yes to question 9, seek professional help as soon as possible.


Reviewed by the doctors at The Cleveland Clinic Department of Psychiatry and Psychology.
Medically reviewed by Cynthia Haines, MD, July 2005.