I'm 25. I've been diagnosed clinically depressed for 12 years. I've been on Zoloft & Xanax for the really bad moments. I've been through counseling. I don't want to take medication anymore. I don't have insurance to get more counseling. I hurt so much. I need to know that this gets better & how. I just want to go away.
2006-11-21 05:49:25 · 9 answers · asked by slv_desiree 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Yes, and without medications.
Books by Jon Kabat-Zinn and Andrew Weil.
THANK YOU. R.N. with Masters Degree.
2006-11-21 05:53:51 · answer #1 · answered by Thomas 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yep lots of people. My son was diagnosed at age 14 with severe depression. Was hospitalized twice in two years. Quit school 3 times and finally graduated at age 20. Was on anti-depressive meds for about 3 years. In therapy as well. He is now 26, depression free (no meds) and heading for grad school. So, yes it can go away. (Xanax can make it worse, have you tried any other meds? All meds don't work the same)
2006-11-21 15:12:41 · answer #2 · answered by kar506 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This may sound a little calloused, but here is how I see it. I grew up in a different world than you my friend, and I learned from an early age what it was like to not have all you wanted, like something to eat, something to wear, and a warm place to sleep. So, my mind was able to accept bad things without too much stress after that. I learned to work hard and not be overcome when things did not go the way that I wanted them to. I learned what it was like to have the will to kill at the age of 13. That just made me unafraid of many people.
So, now I have found something even more fantastic in my life. I have found the power of the Holy Spirit, that come to someone who has accepted Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. Now this is where I think you should turn. If you give all your troubles and care over to Him and a have the Faith that only your salvation matters, you can throw all the drugs away and live so happy and free you won't believe it. Just try it, just pray to God to come into your life and keep at it untill he speaks to you!! I promise you he will , and then you will be on your way. Oh, also read the Holy Bible, start with the book of Romans. Do it son, Do it please!! G
2006-11-21 06:17:30 · answer #3 · answered by hog rock 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I've been suffering from depression for about the same amount of time. I've been in therapy for 6yrs now. I have also been on numerous meds! I've been diagnosed as bipolar and as a matter of fact I'm going to see a new doctor today to get a 3rd opinion.
I understand you don't want to take meds anymore, neither do I. But I do think you should get therapy. If you can't afford it then you need to apply for public assistance to get help! You can not do this alone. You need help!
There are some things you can try like E3 Live (google it) or vitamin b or St Johns Wort.
Please email me so we can talk about it.
2006-11-21 06:06:59 · answer #4 · answered by cacabella 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course you can get counseling...no matter what your money situation is. Contact your local department of social services. They will have you seen by mental health services.
There is a new treatment for depression. For when you've tried everything and it hasn't worked. Talk to your doctor about Vagus Nerve Stimulation. It was originally an implant for epileptics to help stop their seizures, but they found that their moods improved SO much that now they use it on depressives, too. It's even FDA approved.
From the Mayo Clinic:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/vagus-nerve-stimulation/MH00113
2006-11-21 06:05:26 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, I thought I had read your whole question and had not, therefore, editing my response. I don't think it has to be permanent, but I wouldn't go at it alone without checking in with your family doctor every 6 months or so if you're going to go without meds and therapy.
2006-11-21 05:57:23 · answer #6 · answered by Michelle 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a very good blog, a beginner’s guide to abnormal psychology.
Short, clear and simple; and you can even post your question and contact the author regarding particular subject you are interested in, for FREE
http://sensitive-psychoworld.blogspot.com/
2006-11-21 12:28:10 · answer #7 · answered by LIz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See this site for natural ways that you can help yourself plus uplifting stories of very depressed people getting better under mental issues.
http://www.phifoundation.org/heal.html
2006-11-21 05:59:21 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to God..... i was in your situation too and i took lexapro..... and acually i did my research and the meds acually make your depression worse because you get dependant on them......Keep your self busy and surround yourself with good honest people.... Read Good books with good positive messages.... everything happens for a reason and remember that our troubles give us a capasity for understanding.... GOOD LUCK sweetie... im praying for you
2006-11-21 05:55:13 · answer #9 · answered by Earls Gurl 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋