My close friends and family know and i am getting treated. Im meeting new people and making new friends and every once in a while i cant hang out due to depressive stuff. Its getting alot better though. Im just afraid they will think differently of me if i tell them. I know i shouldnt be thinking this but i cant shake the though.
any feedback will be greatly appreciated.
peace
2007-04-11 14:00:03 · 10 answers · asked by Corazon 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
ive been on the meds for about 2-3 months now. I know they are working well but not perfectly. I go to the doctor in 2 days to sort it out though.
thanx
2007-04-11 14:11:11 · update #1
It's really up to you to decide who you would like to share this with. The truth is that not everyone will be able to understand depression, and some may think differently of you. That being said, I personally think it's important to be open about these things. There is a lot of stigma that goes along with mental health issues, and I think the more openly we can talk about it, the more understanding people will have.
2007-04-11 14:47:37 · answer #1 · answered by Simmy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is an example of what questions to discuss with your counselor / therapist. Working with a mental health professional every week or two can help to speed you through your healing. What you learn can also assist you in your interactions and relationships with others.
When you refer to a man with a black hat, wearing a blue sweater, in a wheelchair, how would you point him out to a friend? If you were to speak of his wheelchair as your primary desctiption, that's how he would be thought of.
If you speak frequently wherever you go about your depression, you may become thought of as "that depressed guy". Yet, if your thoughts and reactions and activities are noticably varied from others around you, people may wonder "what's with this guy?" If your closest friends are aware of your illness, they can fend off people thinking you are wierd, by saying "Oh, he's OK, just a little down right now"
2007-04-11 21:23:01 · answer #2 · answered by Hope 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How long have you been taking the medication it usually takes up to a month to really kick in. I would stick with close friends and family to discuss your depression and if you really feel the need to talk about it more join a group it will really help you, you won't feel so alone and you'll be able to talk with people who are actually goint through what you are, and you could make some great friends in the process. Also think about what triggered your depression and talk talk talk.
It really helps not to feel like your the only one. Good luck and good health to you.
2007-04-11 21:06:49 · answer #3 · answered by Pearl N 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure. I have ADHD. My son has ADHD. My wife has night terrors. Face it, EVERYONE has at least SOMETHING wrong. NO ONE is perfect. We do not hide our problems. But we do not throw them in people's faces. When people ask if there is anything wrong, we explain to them what is happening at that moment. Most understand. Because you took the time to explain it to them.
PS If you do aggressive aerobics every day, the depression will be a LOT less. Do The Step on Mon, Wed, Fri, and jumping jacks on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday. Just 5-15 minutes a day is all you need.
2007-04-11 21:04:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should be open with your feelings. I know, it's easier to say it then actually do it. Depression is not an easy thing to handle and it makes things complicated...but holding everything inside won't make things any better. If your close friends and family members truly care for you, they will stay by your side and let you confide in them. Holding all your feelings inside can only make things worse. Also, you'll feel better once you let all your feelings out.
2007-04-12 17:54:18 · answer #5 · answered by Queen of Halloween 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there. I am also suffering from depression and under medication. You have to be open to your family and friends about your depression. There are no other people who will understand you better than your family and circle of friends. Be open. Talk about how you feel and what you think. If there are people who will think differently about you, then, they are not your friends. People who really love you and care for you will understand you and stay with you no matter what.
2007-04-11 21:41:22 · answer #6 · answered by toni n 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if you are dealing with it then why tell the world what the heck you deal with just take it one day at a time and if you feel that they should know then tell um but if not then just make up something why you can't hang with um later
2007-04-11 21:03:49 · answer #7 · answered by big 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think that if your friends are really true to you then they will not treat you differently .. they will help you get through this time in your life
so yes .. you should be open about this .. it will also help you to get better faster
2007-04-11 21:08:26 · answer #8 · answered by xoooooooo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can tell a couple of very close Friends ,but the world doesn't need to know ,right
2007-04-11 21:02:51 · answer #9 · answered by caffsans 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it usually helps to let your emotions out.
2007-04-11 21:03:23 · answer #10 · answered by ana u 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋