I'm not very happy anymore. I haven't been "diagnosed" with depression but its kind hat i'm thinking at the moment. What I want to know is; how do i get it diagnosed?
Also, i don't want to be on meds. Is there any natural ways of dealing with this.
I'm not wanting to kill myself or anything so it's not too bad but i don't see the point in living and i'm really not happy.
Any help would be really great.
Thanks so much,
2007-07-31 23:29:36 · 8 answers · asked by Nicky 4 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Going to any psychologist will get you diagnosed. If you aren't sure where to find one, you can mention it to your regular doctor (primary care physician.) But better to see what you can do about the problem instead of focusing on diagnosis.
The best bit of advice I can give is: take control over your life, and accept the role you play in it. (which sounds harsher than it is!!)
I had been terribly depressed. I was horribly abused before and during marriage; divorced at 24; and my son's Autistic. I felt like life was crashing in on me.
When I started realizing that I play a part in life - that I can make decisions that shape and create my life - that's when the fun of it started!
I had to realize that these circumstances didn't just happen to me, but that I might attract them to me. For example, I was attracted to people that would abuse me because I hated myself. They were attracted to me because I was a doormat, and I allowed abuse to happen.
I also had to see that everyone in the world has insecurities. People would argue with me all the time - and then I realized that, while I wasn't argumentative, that my stances in my personal life made others feel insecure.
Are you living for yourself? Or is your life about everyone else? Make sure that you are showing self-love by involving yourself in things that are really exciting to you. After all, the heart pumps fresh blood back into itself before providing it to the rest of the body. You don't have to work at a job you hate. You don't have to have a relationship with someone abusive. There are a million "ifs, ands, and buts" - it's up to you to realize the choices and control you do have over your life. If you are in a situation you don't like, remember that you have chosen to stay in it, and why. If you don't like it, leave it.
I had to also stop feeling sorry for myself. Life happens, and stressful events occur with everyone. Instead of moaning and groaning about it, I had to pick myself up and keep going forward. Just because one thing didn't work, doesn't mean another thing won't.
Most importantly, I had to learn how to be flexible. I can't control everyone and everything in my life. I can, however, control my response. I had to stop worrying all the time. I have had to adopt a laid-back attitude. After all, it's those who can adapt and grow from experiences, that are the ones who survive!
And make sure that you remember this: things always work out. You know that when you look back on your life at its end, that you are going to say, "You know what? It wasn't what I expected, it wasn't always perfect, but damn it, it was mine and I'm proud of what I've done!"
We often make things so much harder on ourselves than they need to be.
Peace!
2007-08-01 00:28:14 · answer #1 · answered by quietthunder 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i suffered from depression a few years ago. i felt asthough i could never be happy again. i got told that if u cry every nite for 2 weeks u have depression. i ddint take ne meds bcos i felt as though it wasnt a way of dealing wit things. u need to talk about ur illness to a counsellor or maybe the school counsellor if ur still at school? parents or close friends also help alot.
2 years on now and i am so happy. dw darl u will get thru this rough time as i did and ull see that there is good in this world. every1 goes thru a rough patch in there life and ur jst experiencing it now.
2007-07-31 23:35:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes there are natural ways of coping; in fact, you should always first try health-food + fitness regimen before going for meds. Also I suggest fish oil pills. (think of them as being more like a food than a "med") Make sure your fitness regimen includes vigorous cardio. The proper foods vary by individual so it takes some experimentation. Look into posture modification. (yoga, t'ai chi, etc.)
My email is available in case you want specifics.
You might want to get a little sunlight and research mild sleep disorders. Something as inoccuous as snoring may be screwing you up.
2007-07-31 23:41:11 · answer #3 · answered by The Instigator 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you see you doctor and tell him/her everything that you have been experiencing physically mentally emotionally. Your doctor can refer you for some cognitive therapy. You should also try getting plenty of sunlight, exrcising on a regular basis, and eating healthier. If these changes dont have any effect after about a year you may want to reconsider the meds. There are homeopathic medications as well as prescription.
2007-08-01 01:55:11 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm not going to repeat what everyone else has already said, but I do have a few websites to recommend:
http://www.trappedforums.com/
http://www.crazyboards.org/forums/
The first has more to do with people providing support and advice, and the second is more about medicines and disorders. If you do decide to see a doctor for a diagnosis or medication, definitely see a psychiatrist or psychologist, NOT your GP (regular doctor).
2007-08-01 03:10:28 · answer #5 · answered by Kagura 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The first step in solving the problem , is to recognize the problem. And I'm glad that you did.
A school guidance counsellor may help or a psychiatrist.
seeking professional help is something that you should not be ashamed of.
Look on the bright side.
2007-07-31 23:38:14 · answer #6 · answered by Vernan 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
grow, learn , educate your self.
learn a martial art study psycholigy philosophy theology.
medication makes you fat stupid and lazy.
learn the power of your body to free your mind.
you have been used badly in the past and are being used badly now if only by a doctor to empower his/her self.
get off your back side you are better than this!
2007-07-31 23:53:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2007-08-01 02:02:14 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋