I just really feel poorly but doctors cant find anything wrong with me. Is this depression?
2007-01-04 07:08:43 · 6 answers · asked by Steven M 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
First question? Does depression run in your family? If so, chances are you are depressed. Depression runs in my family and I have taken antidepressants. They worked for me. . . I don't take them anymore though because I just can't afford it. However, in the past year I have been exercising faithfully every week 3x a week and that is a huge depression lifter. I exercise because I just feel so Much better mentally. And now I am in pretty good physical shape. Even started martial arts . . .
2007-01-04 07:15:37 · answer #1 · answered by Freedspirit 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Like the other answerer, depression runs in my family as well. I have taken antidepressants and they've made a huge difference in my life!! If I were you, I'd consult a psychiatrist or psychologist. The psychologist can ask questions designed to determine if you are suffering from depression and if you are, the psychiatrist would be able to give you a prescription. Don't hesitate to seek help. When you say "doctors," keep trying to find one who'll take your feelings seriously.
2007-01-04 15:19:22 · answer #2 · answered by 60s Chick 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What other things do you feel?
Be more specific.
Yes, I have taken antidepressants, such as Zoloft, Prozac, Paxil, and Wellbutrin.
My depressions that I have gone through are generally a FLAT feeling(edited: by flat I mean no laughing, smiling, or crying) , and I get really withdrawn and quiet. I can sleep for 15 hours, and still be sleepy. I have also had an "edgy" depression that is like anxiety ( shakiness), doom, and desperation where you CAN'T sleep. The meds helped lift me from the "dead" and WAKE me up, and when I get the edgy kind of depression, they have helped control the desperation and anxiety.
2007-01-04 15:17:48 · answer #3 · answered by * 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your Dr. for a referral. Mental Health professionals are experienced in emotional disorders, and a psychiatrist will evaluate you to determine if therapy or medications or both are indicated to resolve your problem. Good Luck
2007-01-04 15:18:15 · answer #4 · answered by gtng2nou 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depression has many symptoms, tired, irratible, insomnia, weight gain, weight loss, and anti-depressants do work, but you have to get the right one and the right dosage. It may take trying a few to get it right. But if it's the right one, it makes all the difference
2007-01-04 15:18:34 · answer #5 · answered by duvalicious 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be. try to find a counselor to talk to and go from there.
2007-01-04 15:16:24 · answer #6 · answered by LW 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋