Quite often, I feel depressed, I get irritable, I don't enjoy certain things anymore, I worry too much on my future and sometimes I think my future is going to be negative. I feel like I'm not good at anything. I feel stressed all the time. I have low self-esteem. Sometimes I feel lonely and no one cares about me.
I'm only 17. I have a good family and live in a good place. I think some people in my mom's side of the family have gone through depression. I haven't really considered suicide. I really don't want to go see a doctor or get addicted on medications for the rest of my life. I knew a kid who was going through depression and he was on medication and he killed himself.
Please help. Serious answers only! Thanks!!
2007-01-21 09:47:22 · 8 answers · asked by I love the cake 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
you could, and probably do, confront your parents and see a therapist
2007-01-21 09:52:00 · answer #1 · answered by Shellular Kellular 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello.
One of my very close relatives is depressed. She's on medication and it has really helped her (she's exactly your age). I would really consider it. She also goes to a therapist. (which helps too). If you aren't ready to make that leap, I would suggest helping yourself, yourself. Do you like yoga? Painting? Reading? Walking? Relaxing? Bubble baths? Do the quiet things you enjoy to calm yourself and reflect. When you're lying in bed, think about everything that's going right in your world (You do have a good life!). Try not to stress. I know it's hard. Look in the mirror and think how beautiful you are. Wear clothes/ do your hair/makeup in a way that you think makes you pretty. Do something everyday that makes a difference. OK? be positive!
2007-01-21 17:55:18 · answer #2 · answered by quarters 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You're going through the Teen into adult years and your body is readjusting itself* Hang in there* It is a tough time~ Also this time of year is depressing for a lot of people...if you don't get out much Try to start getting out and involved in something you enjoy...Music, take up an instrument and learn it....or a sport....
For low self esteem, you have to just start taking better care of yourself and start to feel better about yourself* If you get involved in something, you will meet friends and being in a sport is always a boost for self esteem* (being a team player).
Not everyone needs medications ...but if you feel you can't get out to get involved in anything and things are getting worse..Definately go talk to your doctor and just tell them You don't want medication but you would like perhaps Counselling to talk to someone* or like I said....Meet People , get involved in things that make you Happy again* I know once the Spring comes...alot of people find they are out and about more often which pulls them out of the winter blues*/blahs*
GoodLuck*
2007-01-21 17:55:09 · answer #3 · answered by friskymisty01 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
ok well it seems like you know about how serious not getting addicted to anything is...so no matter how hard things life thows you dont get addicted. no one loves someone like that.
and two if you dont seem to like the same things that you used to do then you dont have to do them. but in order for you get your mind off the negitive you have to do something productive. you dont have to see a doctor about it either all you have to do is find a friend.....just keep your head up....l8a
2007-01-21 18:01:31 · answer #4 · answered by vanilla shakira 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like it, go and find a professional to talk to and work through what you are feeling, that doesn't mean you will have to have meds. Go now before it gets to that.
Good Luck
2007-01-21 17:56:40 · answer #5 · answered by cailieco 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to webmd.com to get more information about depression and take a quiz to check your symptoms. I would definatly make an appointment to see your doctor where they can also evaluate you.
2007-01-21 17:55:03 · answer #6 · answered by Stephanie D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sounds like you do have depression
don't be afraid to be on meds to help you. the meds can make you feel much better than you do now
it is unfortunate that your friend died,but it doesn't really mean that it was the meds that made him do that.
see your dr and get help,ok?
I did and it works for me...best of luck to youâ¥
2007-01-21 18:13:41 · answer #7 · answered by Bren 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, of course you are depressed. You don't get addicted to antidepressant medications. More people kill themselves that are not on meds. Depression itself is a deadly illness. Time to get help.
Have you been abused when you were younger?
2007-01-21 17:56:59 · answer #8 · answered by Trollkepr 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋