i have a problem with myself. i dont know what it is exactly. well, i get really depressed alot. and then i am happy. and it keeps fluctuating. i dont think im bi-polar. it's different than that. for example...this weekend i was at home and i was really depressed, the worse i have ever been, and i kept thinkin of suicide. well i got 3 bottles of pills and i was about to take them. i wasnt planning on killing myself, i was going to call the ambulance so they could save me. it was a way for ppl to realize there's something wrong and i need help. but i decided i didnt want to die, so i wrote a 3 page poem of how i feel. then cried for 3 hours and all of a sudden, like someone switching a light, i was happy. now im back to fluctuating. i keep thinking of hurtin myself. im really depressed, and i dont know what to do. how do i get help? who would i go to for this? like what kind of doctor? and does anyone have any idea of what's the matter with me? i really need help........
2007-03-21 08:33:22 · 18 answers · asked by ? 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
Sweetheart you just showed that you are perfectly crazy free and rational. You may have a problem, but it's nothing that a little love and getting some things off your chest can't fix. First off suicide is not the answer to anything so lets just count that up as a lesson learned. The poem was a great Idea to not only get your feelings out, but I bet if you read it a few times you will see some rational and irrational points that will help you start the healing process for yourself. Second, find someone to talk to that will give you 100% unbiased feedback. That will help you see what's not necessarily in front of you. If you need someone Look me up, my email is in my profile. I will be more than happy to spend countless hours, days, whatever it takes to "listen". I hope this helps just a little......Eric
2007-03-21 08:49:16 · answer #1 · answered by true00essence 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I may not be your mother and you may not be my daughter, but lets see if I can help.
I doubt that there is anything wrong with you, other than hormones, but unfortunately, they can cause you a lot of pain and heartache. Yes you do need help - lots of love and cuddles and understanding and general support
As a girl, I remember feeling just like you feel. I was convinced that my folks didn't understand me. I would listen to the saddest music I could find and cry for hours. Five minutes later I would be all excited and happy about something. Then I would feel that I was worthless to humanity. You wrote a poem. I wrote a letter (and tore it up later). Take comfort in the fact that you are not alone.
Unfortunately, this is all very normal. It is coping with it that is the problem. Chances are, your Mom felt the same way when she was a teenager and even now may not want to think about it. (do give her a chance - print this answer out and show her).
If you really can't talk to your Mom then what about your grandmother, a friend's mother or a teacher at school.
If none of those work, go and see your family doctor. Anything you say to him, is private between you and him and he is not even allowed to talk to your Mom about it without your permission - you can even remind him of that.
Just remember, You are not alone and never will be alone, there are many people who truly love you and want only the best for you.
Look after yourself and be safe
Sandy
http://moms-home-safety.com
2007-03-21 09:14:31 · answer #2 · answered by Sandy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sweetheart, first of all thank you for coming to Yahoo answers. Reaching out for help is the first step. I am very happy that you did not take the 3 bottles of pills, writing your feelings on paper is very therapeutic and crying is a release for the pain and sadness you feel. If you are pre-menstrual or menstrual your hormones can certainly play with ones emotions and this is experienced by many women, so don't feel like you are alone. However, I am not a psychiatrist or a physician but I have put in my time at the school of hard knocks and have been around the block once or twice. Why do you feel that you can't discuss your feelings with your mom? Honey, you should be able to talk to your Mom about anything that is on your mind. Please, approach her today about your feelings. What depresses you so? I hope that you know that there is nothing so terrible in your life that is worth ending it. Please promise that you will speak to your mom today! Good luck sweetie and SMILE!
2007-03-21 08:59:24 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The feelings you are having are common, just more intense. Everyone thinks about ending their lives at some point, because everyone's life sucks at different times. But, if you are crying the way you are, you probably are clinically depressed. Talking to someone will help, but you have to find ways to channel those feelings and deal with them on your own. Exercise is the best possible thing I can advise for that. Just putting on some headphones and running will make you forget about any depressing thoughts you may be having. And when you are done, you will be to worn out to sit and think about the bad parts of your life. You might need some of those pills because your legs will be sore ; ) Just occupy your time so you can't just sit around thinking about bad stuff. But seeing someone and getting on an antidepressant could also help, but I think you can pull yourself out of this hole.
2007-03-21 08:45:39 · answer #4 · answered by The doctor 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you maybe be manic depressive...which is exactly what you've described - lows, and then highs, and then back to lows...
Get some help. If you can't talk to your mother, then talk t an adult that you trust, maybe a school teacher or counselor. They have medications that will help level you off a little bit so you are less "manic". If you have thoughts of suicide, that is a problem that needs to be addressed ASAP before you try something drastic...
2007-03-21 08:40:14 · answer #5 · answered by ♥♥Mrs SSG B♥♥ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well sounds like you need to release negative feellings, thoughts or emotions. Which is what you did when you wrote your poem then cried. Once you let it out, most people tend to feel better. Its like going to the bathroom.
Now try to think of why you are upset. Maybe home life, friends, school, relationships, or maybe your bored.
If you really need to talk with someone tell a friend/family member who doesnt judge, see a psychologist or counselor. Try one at your school, or go through your insurance. Lots of times you can see one for free through your employer too!
P.S. we all get sad at points in our lives. Its normal, just think of the reasons why you are sad and find a way to fix it and/or release it hurting yourself.
2007-03-21 08:43:25 · answer #6 · answered by Bear 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to talk to a counselor about all the feelings that you have but by your statement you want help and I noticed that you might be OCD, obsessive compulsive disorder by all of the 3's in your statement and we are a unique type of person, and we handle things and emotions differently than other people, for me my OCD is that I'm a neat freak to the point that I can't sleep unless the dishes are done, I can't have any dirty laundry, I have to vacuum everyday etc. So my advice would to be talk to someone and be patient.
2007-03-21 08:41:35 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i went thruogh the same thing about 6 years ago. Talk to your mom and have her get you to a doctor. you may not think your ill but that is the first sighn that you probrably are. your mom loves you very much and i'm sure it would probrably kill her if you were to do something to yourself. go get some help. i'm not trying to be mean i am just concerned. you may not need medication or anything like that but you definately need to talk to a professional. get off the computer and go tell someone NOW!! GO!!!
2007-03-21 08:44:23 · answer #8 · answered by missi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sweetie you really need to get some help and you have to start by telling your mom.She loves you and won't think you're messed up.She' ll go with you to get help and you start with your family doctor who will send you in the right direction.
Don't suffer through this all by yourself.....that;s what your mom is there for.She would be very upset I'm sure if she knew you were having problems and didn't speak to her about it.You should be able to go to your mom about anything.
She wants to help you and protect you in any situation so please talk to her.
God Bless you my dear and all the very best.
2007-03-21 08:46:55 · answer #9 · answered by sonnyboy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
PMS, just kidding. You would be wise to see a psychiatrist. Its not worth feeling like crap just so your mom wont think your messed up. Believe me, go see the doc, they will get you straightened out and you can get back on with your life. Dont be afraid. Good luck!!!
2007-03-21 08:39:09 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋