Can I get free medicine for depression / anxiety?

Question

I have no health insurance and because of my anxiety and depression I have a huge problem with doing new things, even as simple as going in to pick up an application. But these two things are affecting my life a lot. My grades have dropped, I've cut myself, etc.

Does anyone know of places that exist, or of someone who has been able to get medicine for free? Not only do I not have health care, but I have no money whatsoever for anything, even if they offer the medicine at a reduced cost.

I haven't really started my search for anything free yet. I'm just looking for some good places to start. I'm so bad that I can't even call so I'm going to have my sister help me with that. As far as money, I hustle for what I get. I overcharge for a ride, or I tell people I'm hungry for a free meal, and I eat very little...I live on bread and water sometimes and I'm stockpiled with Ramen noodles.

Answer 1

Well if you go to like Mental Health, or even a doctor, they can put into the drug company that you need a certain medication, and can not pay for it. You would be surprized how many of these drug company will send to the doctor a months worth or more medication for you free of charge. They will continue usually to do that each month, so you will not run out. I know this casue i know a lot of people that have had the same problem, and they get monthly meds free of charge at their mental health, or shrinks office. And they are still getting it after years of being on the program. If you are seeing someone, and they think you need that medication , they usually will do their darnest to get it for you without any cost to you. So go and see someone now about that , so you can get feeling better.

Answer 2

Why don't you try seeing your school guidance counselor or whatever they call those people. That should be free and that person probably knows what sort of services are available to you.

Taking drugs without doctor recommendation, when you are not sure what's wrong with you? To be honest that is VERY scary.

In terms of no money, how do you eat? I mean realistically, there may be some medication within your affordability.

If you are simply depressed and not suffering from a mental illness, there are probably ways to cope with your anxiety and finding out why for example something new makes you unhappy.

Answer 3

Hey, I hope this helps you. When I didn't have health insurance, I saw in the newspaper that they were testing a new drug for depression. They were asking for drug-study volunteers. I got free meds, doctor visits, and they paid me each time I came to the office which was once a month. If I'm not mistaken, drug studies for depression is different from other studies. They can not give you placebos, so, you will receive meds one way or the other. It really worked out for me. Good luck!

Answer 4

Depending on the med, the manufacturer of the med you are on likely has a Patient Assistance and you can get the meds for free. You will need the Rx from an MD and of course fill out some paperwork. Community clinics know about things like this.

Answer 5

Hi there, I just laugh about my past 3 years of panic now. I was not able to go anywhere without carrying xanax. Fear of having another attack was the most important subject of my days.When i first found joe barry's web site i started to cry because of my happiness.

Free audio to end anxiety and panic attacks fast?

Answer 6

Check with your local County City or State
They have programs but you need to prove you are low or no income and they are really willing to help you get better.
It is hard to concentrate but do not concentrate on being depressed. Get a social group or go to church for counsel the Church if you are into Church is FREE...
The prayes to God are FREE too
and Soon You Will be Great and FREE from your burdens too.

Don't Cut Yourself That causes infection...Something is really affecting you if you want to do yourself or others harm
Do not say you want to do harm to anyone not even yourself
That is the best tip I can give you.
Talk to the Doctors and give it to them straight but YOU DO NOT Want to get on the HEAVY antidepressants...
I saw this girl and she was BAM BAM BANG ZOOM
Just to quit taking the pills she was HOOKED and needed them just to keep alive. You can not quit a antidepressant on your own
and it can not be tappered off...You do not want to claim a problem that does not exist or be too far GONE...

Answer 7

First off who said medicine was only answer? The Best Medicine I found for Free for my depression and anxiety comes from the Bible! God's Word's; The Truth will set you free! I can only answer your question today about depression and anxiety because I had to find my way out of the darkness and into the light myself 8 years ago and I did with Gods help! I have been where you are right now! It was 8 years ago since I sat in a small room, could not stop crying, wondering what the world would be like with out me! contemplating suicide! I know how you feel that your all alone in pure darkness but the reality is YOUR NOT! There is a God that loves you so much that he send his son to the cross Jesus Christ to die for the pain and darkness you feel. Don't Live another Second with the lies that the enemy puts in your head that you might never be good enough because YOU ARE! It's only in your mind that the lies control the hopelessness. In the Bible it says: God has said, "Never, will I leave you; never will I forsake you" Heb 13:5-6 So we say with confidence, "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? Deut 31:6, Ps 118:6-7. When I have followed God's Love and will for me putting all my faith in him I can now say I have found hope (that free medicine), that other people could never have given me only God! There is still hope for you! I now have a great career and a wife who also dealt with her own depression that loves me. I tell you, it is your choice in life, ask yourself what do you want out of life? Do you want a husband some day? Do you want children? What do you want to be? Because I tell you if you can image it you can have it! Believe in yourself Girl! Put your faith in something higher then yourself! Instead of sitting in a room living with lies and pitying yourself, you have the choice to change the scenery a little bit and make a difference in this world in which you have value! It would be nice to know that as I go to bed tonight and I pray for you sister! That I just did not lose you to the lies the enemy used to make you fear that you where of no value! Am going to suggest a good book for you and if you don't have the money I would even mail you a free copy!? It's Joel Osteen Your Best Life Now 7 Steps to Living at your full potential! In the first chapter he talks about Enlarging your vision! Let me read you a couple sentences: It says: "We have to conceive it on the inside before we're ever going to receive it on the outside. If you don't think you can have something good, then you never will. The barrier is in your mind. It's not God's lack of resources or your lack of talent that prevents you from prospering. Your own wrong thinking can keep you from God's Best". You see it's kind of what I said to you before! My advice to you is to keep on fighting for good grades and next time you think about picking up the Knife! Close your eyes and Pray: Jesus I don't want to live my life with the lies of the enemy, I need you in this time of need. Forgive me and my shame. Help me to break free of this depression and anxiety because it was your free medicine that will save my life! For it's was you that died for me on that cross so I have no depression and anxiety if I put my trust in you! You said Lord: He who dwells in the shelter of the Most high will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I Trust." AMEN. May God Bless you and keep you, and his face shine apon you, this day and for ever more. I will be keeping you in my prayers!

Answer 8

I felt what you are feeling even though I didn't go as far you went.
If you are lonely like me, I can understand where your depression and anxiety is coming from. No substance can really cure us.

Three things that helped me:
-- Explore your best smile in the mirror. Find your best smile and enjoy your smile

-- Try to identify your lifestyle. How to improve it.

-- Go to a Christian church. Find a reliable church where you can find help to understand the Bible, then yourselves. Commit for 2-3 yrs attendance.

Answer 9

When I didn't have health insurance I explained to my doctor that I could not afford the medication for the same disorders you have described and my doctor gave me a large supply of free samples of the medication. Check with your doctor, they have information and resources for you.

Answer 10

You should talk to your doctor about it..or go to the mental health establishment at your local hospital and talk with a professional. Also, Social Services will be able to help you. GoodLuck*