is it possible after 5 yrs of depression &anxiety disorder to get back to normal life?if so pls let me know.?

Question

i tried medication and still having hard time being around people.

Answer 1

About 15 yrs. ago I went into depression when I had major surgery on my lower back for some reason after the surgery, as the days passed I was getting worse I did not even want to get out of bed much less comb my hair or change clothes, I would be in my night gown for three days straight, until finally I realized that this person wasn't me I was a fighter all my life and I was not going to let this feeling I had rule my life. From then on I began to get better as the days passed until I was my old self again. Then, about three yrs. ago, My oldest Grandson was killed, which I won't go into detail because it still hurts a lot. It was hard seeing him in his coffin and then when we buried him, after that I went into depression again and I did not want to be seen or be where people were, I retreated into myself not wanting to see or talk to anyone, just a couple of mos. ago I have been able to go out and buy my groceries but I still do not want to be out of my house for long but, day by day I have been feeling a little better as time goes on. I am a person that do not trust Doctors and have not seen one since the birth of my daughter about 28 yrs ago, and I do not plan on going to one. If I am living proof that depression can be controlled I am proof of it and you can too. All you need to get better day by day is to say I am going to conquer this disease and it will not rule my life and be strong because depression hits the weak and I am pretty sure you are not one of them. I hope that reading my answer to your question will help you some, I know how you feel , I have been there twice and that is way too much for me. I hope this has helped you in some way, I care.

Answer 2

I'm really sorry to hear about that! I know first-hand how much social anxiety can screw up your life. I have it, too, but somehow I can keep it under control. I know the feeling of walking in an open space and just being so worried about how you look to others, and being so self-aware, that you are ALWAYS keeping track of how you look and sound to others. It really takes up your life and consumes you. I hate to say this, but I have just dealt with and lived with it. It is really hard to find a significant other this way, or any friends for that matter , like you said. Sometimes I feel like it's such a waste of life to be this way, and it really is, because we're not contributing our uniqueness to the world, we're just scared to show ourselves to people. It's no way to live, and we should be proud to show off who we are and be open and let people in. I really hope you have the courage to open up to people, just try it out one day. Do something one day that you don't normally do, then maybe you'll get the courage to do ONE MORE thing you wouldn't normally do. Then hopefully, eventually you will be at the point where you are more outgoing and able to communicate better. Gradually do this, and see what happens. Good luck, and just DON'T think suicidal. There are people JUST LIKE YOU, same problems, walking among you, and you don't even know it. With some help , you can get better FOR SURE. it's all about your mind-set. tell yourself you can do this... try and change your outlook on things... if none of this works you really need some medication. i have been on zoloft and it helped SO MUCH. i felt soooooooo normal and confident!!! if you really need meds I would talk to your parents... well i wish you luck!!! you're not alone ! :) i hope i made sense.. i'm so tired hahaaa

Answer 3

First of all, define "normal". What's normal for you, won't be normal to the next guy/gal in line. Secondly, some people do better in social situations than other people do. That doesn't make you "abnormal", it just makes you ... you!

Depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. There's really not much you can do about it other than take your medication, and realize that it's a medical problem instead of a mental problem.

Anxiety is caused by your reaction to stress and certain situations. If you don't like your reactions, try altering the situation. If you can't handle heights, don't climb ladders. Okay, so that's probably not your "problem" but you get the idea. You can also try using bio-feedback to monitor your reactions. If you start feeling antsy or weird or panicky, go outside for a breath of fresh air and go back inside when you've gotten control back.

Answer 4

I don't know anything about your personal situation, but it almost always takes a couple of tries to get a med (or a combination of a couple) to actually do what they're supposed to. No matter what you end up with, EVERYTHING works better when in combination with talk therapy. Between those two things, I have to believe that it's possible to at least establish a new status quo, if not return to the old one. (I have chronic MDD; I'll probably never really have it "gone", and I'll probably never be "normal", but I'm learning that I can DEAL with it, and still be productive. That's probably the least encouraging thing to hear, but it can actually be kind of empowering; you're not just scaring the disease away, you're kicking its *** on a daily basis).

So..I'd say consider giving meds another try. And whether you do or not, DEFINITELY find a therapist you can trust and be honest with.

Answer 5

Just taking medication is not enough. That alone will not "cure" you. You HAVE TO go and get therapy and take the medication along with the therapy and you can get rid of depression and anxiety. There is a reason why you have depression and taking the medication is not going to stop it and make it go away forever without the psychology of you understanding the reasoning behind the depression and how to work through it and move on.

Answer 6

Some people are shy or have problems being in crowds. Medication is just a temporary solution until you can get on your feet and face your fears. A balanced nutritious diet will fight depression, that and a good mental attitude. To wallow in sorrow is a path for some as they get attention with their self pity. I know as I was there once myself. Born poor and from a broken home, I felt sorry for myself. It was up to me to ask God to give me strength to rise above it. Getting an education opened many doors and kept me busy. I met people who were looking for good help, did my best, and got my foot in the door.

Answer 7

I'd love to say yes. I've been struggling for almost 8 years now. But really what other people here are saying is the compleate truth. You need to get help and understand why your having these feelings. Go back to your doc and explain whats up. He or she will probably know excatly whats going on, and be totally willing to help you out. Trust me...don't let it ruin your life! Fight back!

Answer 8

I've had severe depression for 17 years straight. However, sometimes when I get very determined about something, my depression just goes away. It's like I cease to exist and I become my task. You should try this. Find something that you know is GREAT and do it. The alternative is to let the depression kill you and it will kill you.

Answer 9

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Answer 10

its absolutly possible. ive grown up with people around me having depression and anxiety all their lives. 2 of them are now doing great and off of their medication, you just have to wait for your time. it will come. just believe it can, and pray to God.