Do your present circumstances cause you to be depressed?

Question

If so what are you doing to beat your depression, medication is not the answer, so how do you cope?

Answer 1

Sure, sometimes things get a bit frustrating, overwhelming and just truly suck at times. But guess what? I refuse to be sucked into feeling sorry for myself. I know I don't have a brain chemistry problem--yes, I'm lucky. But then, MOST people don't have a problem with it. You might think you do, but you really don't. Everyone wants to run to the medication so that they stop hurting. If you don't TRULY have a brain chemistry problem, then it can actually make things worse.

So, you have to stop feeling sorry for yourself. EVERYTHING CHANGES. Wait 5 minutes and you will feel differently. I guarantee it. If you just sit still and don't get in your head and start that whole pity party going, it will get better.

Answer 2

Yes, present circumstances can definitely cause depression. There is normal depression, for example when someone close to you dies, of course you will be depressed. You can be depressed due to series of unpleasant events. Hell, you can be depressed for no reason at all! If the depression lasts for more than 2 weeks and it is adversely affecting your life then it's time to seek help. Don't be too quick to rule out medication. If the chemicals in your brain aren't doing what they are supposed to, then that needs to change. Now, if you don't feel that you are depressed enough to see a counselor or physician--like you just have the "blues", I have found that exercise really does help. You don't FEEL like exercising, but you really do feel better (at least a little bit) afterward. Even if you don't talk to a professional, do find someone that you can trust to talk to. If all else fails, rent a really funny movie! Hope you feel better soon!

Answer 3

I am in a difficult situation which has made me very depressed. I was in a situation this time, where I couldn't stop and that in itself helped. I spoke to my GP as soon as I realised things were getting hard and signed up for counselling (which has been a help in the past) and plucked up the courage to talk to my boss who has been great and just kept an eye on me at work.

I have made an effort not to sleep too much (one of the patterns I fall into), eaten healthy meals and tried to do as much as I could when I had free time (go out with friends rather than shut myself away), read books and found Yahoo Answers which has been pretty fun.

Identifying what is causing the depression and finding solutions where they are possible is the key though. Sometimes you need another person's ear to help you hear what you are saying!

I hope things get easier for you soon.

Answer 4

I've been depressed for so long I'm sure medication isnt' going to help at this point. But, I have found my own silver lining in all the grey clouds that seem to always hang over my head. Such as, I have 2 children, 1 step child who take my breath away. I have found my soul-mate after looking for 35 years. I read self-help books, not just mental books, but I mean self-help such as mechanics, etc. I started growing flowers, which amazes me that I can. And I try to help others anonymously by sending food boxes, clothes, skates, shoes, blankets, etc. that are less fortunate than I.

And you are wrong with one thing, for some people medication is the ONLY answer they have. Don't fall into the Tom Cruise hype of thinking the medication is wrong and doesn't help. It does. Been proven over and over, I'm just not prepared to go that final distance and ask for medication. Guess I'm too ornery for my own good when it comes to asking for help. The smart ones do, so yes, I'm admitting that there's a possibility that I'm not smart enough to ask for the proper help.

Answer 5

I've had depression for 20 years, and have been taking medications and seeing a psychiatrist. My present situation is sort of depressing despite the pills and doctor. I live right next door to two of my adult children, yet due to their hours of work and sleep, I rarely see either of them.

I have been trying to get out into the fresh air and walk (these things help), and to keep myself busy. I use self-help books which I check out of the library, and read a lot.

Remember, some people with depression MUST have medication--in addition to any therapy, support groups, reading, etc. that they use.

Answer 6

Everyone gets depressed now and again and if people tell you "I never get depressed" they are not real or liars. Depression is a sign of emotion...If occasionally you are overwhelmed or depressed it means you are living life. Life itself is a roller coaster. You never know from one minute to the next when things will change and emotions will change.. If you feel severely depressed you may need a Dr. but, if some good company and positive thoughts are all you may need get your friends and family together and forget your worries with some good company.

Answer 7

yes,
and I agree, medication is not the answer.
Exercise seems to help a little, eating right helps some too. Ultimatelly, I want to change the stupid circumstances (in my case this means finding a more fulfilling job that pays enough for me to get out of debt and buy a property so I can enjoy doing the kinds of things I can't enjoy when I rent.
A gun would also be good so I could shoot a few of the bastards that take advantage of people like us

Answer 8

Yes, very much. Too much bad luck has entered my life these past two years, and it has really made me severely depressed. Things seem to be getting worse each day (including my depression). The only way I am able to cope with it is through listening to music. Even that's not really helping anymore.

Answer 9

There are numerous daily activities,actions,circumstances that can make all of us depressed in one way or another. Employment problems,financial woes,marriage difficulties,world news, etc.,etc., To dwell on what is making you depressed will only deepen your sadness. A "12 Stepper" would advise you to "Let Go and Let God" or recite The Lords Prayer,"Give me the courage to accept the things I cannot change..." Find the root of your problem, attempt to solve it, seek assistance in solving it if need be.If this is causing you to lose sleep or loss of appetitie or anything along those lines , than, by all means seek some professional assistance.

Answer 10

Yes i feel like i'm stuck in a rut, especially living with and working with my parents with the family business and i'm in my mid twneties thinking i could do better. But I am making small changes to my life all the time and trying not to replicate my past mistakes and ways of thinking that seem to bring on depression. However i am just not sure which way to move foward which I find scary but thats life sometimes...