I'm feeling crazy right now. I need to figure out what's wrong with me. I feel depressed. I feel like I have some mental condition, but maybe I don't and Im telling myself that to give myself an excuse for how crappy I am.
I was talking with my mom and she asked me why I don't hang out with anyone. She suggested that I don't feel like I fit in. Which is totally right, but it shouldn't be. I look normal, if not attractive. In fact I see girls checking me out a lot. But I don't feel normal and sometimes when I look into the mirror it's as if that person isn't really me, or im not good enough to be that person. I wonder why anyone really likes me because I see nothing in me.
Maybe I really am depressed. Maybe I just want attention. I really don't know. I shouldn't have any reason for being depressed. I only have one more day of school and then I have a big thanksgiving break. I should be feeling happy.
2006-11-20 12:50:01 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
Karen Horney, a famous analyst describes the tyranny of the "shoulds." I should feel this way; I should feel that way; I should be different than how I feel. The shoulds become like slave-masters that tell us how we ought to be and therefore make us feel less than what we are or could be if we were only free to be ourselves. I recommend that you try reading one of her books. Start with Neurosis and Human Growth. I am guessing that you are younger than twenty...a time of growth in many ways. Moods come and go until you can define yourself. You have started a period of introspection which is good. It can lead to discovery and growth. If feelings of worthlessness or depression take over and prevent you from functioning, I agree that you might benefit from meeting with a health care professional. On the other hand, real self discovery can be a painful but ultimately gratifying journey. I wish you well. El cabo
2006-11-20 13:07:30 · answer #1 · answered by el cabo 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well I am guessing you are a young man by what you have written here and it is possible you are in mid to late adolescence. Personally I feel that is my summation is correct the what you are experiencing is a perfectly normal stage of life where you are beginning to really seek out your independant identity.
No one sees themselves the way others do, whether we see ourselves better worse or indifferent is a personal thing but we never see ourselves how others do.
Simply learn to accept that you have been granted some good looks, you certainly sound reasonably intelligent, and you have a close relationship with your mum. That all sounds great. You have a lot going for you.
Dont try and see yourself as depressed or not depressed. Rather see yourself as a young man finding yourself and figuring out what is you.
Every human being spends some time feeling a bit depressed, so that really makes depression a normal part of life.
You need to get out and do more and think less.... well about these things you need to think less...
2006-11-20 13:05:28 · answer #2 · answered by wollemi_pine_writer 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does sound like depression. You should make an appointment with your doctor, who can help you determine what your treatment options are. You may just need some counseling, medication or both. Don't worry about the stigma attached to depression, which I know scares a lot of people from getting treatment. Just remember that it is a chemical imbalance and it can take time to correct it. Good luck! I hope you feel better soon!
2006-11-20 16:02:11 · answer #3 · answered by casey's girl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't feel ashamed to have it; everybody experiences some form of depression somewhere in their life - it's part of being human. If you really feel that bad about yourself, I suggest you seek a doctor - medication shouldn't be the only way to dissolve these feelings, but it could help. My mother always tells me that it's the person that helps the person, not the drugs - but, in all honesty, I'm sort of in the same boat you are. I have my animals to keep me busy so I'm not constantly dwelling on bad thoughts - I practically live in a zoo. Try finding some sort of hobby to help; journaling is pretty effective. It gets everything out so you can think fresh thoughts.
2006-11-21 00:50:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-11-22 01:26:51 · answer #5 · answered by LIz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This world is a crazy place and it is normal to feel down sometimes. Find things that you enjoy doing and then do them.
2006-11-20 12:58:34 · answer #6 · answered by Pink 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you sound down on your self. that is depressed. in the teen years it is common. it is nice that you can talk to your mom about it. the more you talk the more likely you are to figure out your problem. good luck my young friend.
2006-11-20 12:58:57 · answer #7 · answered by beckdawgydawg 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
aww dont feel depressed... you might have depression... tell your mom how you feel.. i have depression and i am taking medication for it.. its helping.... it helps to talk to a friend.. and your family.... well hope this helps....
2006-11-20 12:53:41 · answer #8 · answered by YoMoMMa 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are experiencing culture shock. Think about it.
2006-11-20 12:57:53 · answer #9 · answered by Zelda Hunter 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YOU DO SOUND DEPRESSED. I STRONGLY URGE YOU TO GO TO SOMEONE FOR HELP. YOUR YOUNG AND HAVE YOUR WHOLE LIFE AHEAD OF YOU. YOU SHOULDN'T BE DEPRESSED.
2006-11-20 12:54:23 · answer #10 · answered by mireya_adame 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋