I get depressed.. but?

Question

Right..so.. i get really depressed.. i am really depressed.. yet nothing happens, not no bad things or strange things or symptoms, like sleepwalking n u know strange stuff that happens when ur stressed n stuff like that, well maybe not sleepwalking but when people get really stressed they have breakdowns n stuff

i dont think i have yet i have the weight of the world on my shoulders.. WHY?!




it's freaky

Sunshine.. no it's i'm depressed all the time.. the things i know, have done, are, and have been and have seen and have heard.. the things that hav happened to those around me.. and mental and health states.. n worries.. n family n friend problems.. everything in the world goes wrong for me but i put on my act, smile to everyone, laugh about, make them laughcos i can be dead funny, but am dead depressed, talk about it occasionally but noone picks up that im hanging off the edge of despair i even fool myself sometimes n theres rarely any symptoms im this stressed. why?? why is what i want to know.. why?!!!?!!??!!?!?!?!?!?!?!!??!?!?!!?

C.C. i'm an atheist.. my initials are JLM - Jesus loves me.. yet my life is horrible and unforgivable to my greatest ancestors for allowing my birth. it is unfair for me to say anything against god because any religious christian could find it offensive but the most im goin to say is i find it completely impossible to believe that just cos i live a good life i get to sit on the clouds

Answer 1

One of the most ignorant and insensitive statements that anyone can make to someone with depression is "snap out of it."

Unfortunately, this statement is uttered constantly to people who are depressed.

So why don't the ignorant people who say "snap out of it" to people with depression tell people with other illnesses to "snap out of it"?

Because they do not understand that depression is an illness.

Illness? Depression is an illness? Some may ask. Yes, depression is an illness. People do not choose depression. Depression causes a chemical imbalance in the brain, and thus people can't "snap out of it."

People with depression need treatment, just like people with other illnesses need treatment. But many people who have depression do not receive treatment because of the societal stigma that is associated with depression.

Many people think individuals with depression are weak. And that they are choosing to be depressed, or they are just acting. And thus should be able to "snap out of it."

Wrong. Wrong. Wrong. Wrong.

Not only is depression an illness that people cannot "snap out of," but untreated depression is also the number one cause for suicide.

Depression is a very serious mental illness that always needs to be treated

And it is highly treatable.

The vast majority of people who receive treatment for their depression get better. If you believe that you are suffering from depression, please make appointments with a doctor and a therapist so you can be assessed and treated.

Please read the depression and suicide page on this website for more information about depression and its symptoms.

And if anyone ever says "snap out of it" to you, remember that they are ignorant and insensitive, and that is their problem, not yours.

Get help if you need it.

And do so now.

And if you know someone who is depressed, please do everything that you can do get them the help that they need.

Remember that untreated depression is the number one cause for suicide.

Answer 2

do you know? i don't really know what to say. I thought depression was a cureable illness, a frame of mind that needed a change of direction, but now, after suffering from it on and off, but mostly on, for almost thiry years, i can't be bothered any more; don't try at all, just take each day as it comes, get through it, and maybe you'll wake up one day feeling better. If you don't then so be it. this world isn't for you, as it isn't for many others. The best people in this world - the ones who can see more clearly than others - suffer from depression, drug/alcohol addiction etc - it's an escape from the monotony of the life we are expected to lead, and all the crap and clutter it drags us through....you are special just like every other living thing on this planet...you are a product of something out of your control, but don't blame it, live with and accept it and keep going as long as you can.....xx

Answer 3

You are too exhausted both emotional or psychological.

I was very depress when I was 20 years old:

I studied full-time in college (Stress)
I worked two jobs (Exhaustion)
I don't have any social life.
I don't have anybody to talk to.
I miss my parents and friends terrible.
I don't have a boyfriend.
My roomate and I did not get along.
I have financial problems
and the list go on....

I was so lonely and depressed. It was terrible feelings. Then, I decided to make a big change in my life. I try to focus on positive things. I turn my life around. I take my time talk, hang out, and understand people. I try to go out once in a while. I don't take myself for granted. I applied to graduate school and got a scholarship.

I am now going to school and working and trying enjoy my life and accomplishing my goals. I am one of the most happy girl in the world. I forgot all my bad days--I am moving forward. I know you can do it. Please focus on positive things. Go out and make friends, go get a job, go do volunteer works, go for a long walk, exercise, eat healthy, relax, and sleep well etc.

Good luck Hun :)

Answer 4

Jesus is the only way to happiness. You can't look towards this world for happiness. It won't work. Without God your whole life all you'll ever truly feel is alone and empty inside. Jesus loves you more then you'll ever know. He can take away your pain even at the lowest point. I pray that you're heart will be filled with his love and mercy.

My whole life I was depressed, I couldn't handle life. It was to full of pain and sadness. I wanted to die, and I was going to kill myself. But Jesus broke through all my barriers and strife, and showed me that there is a cause, there is true love even in the midst of your trials.

Answer 5

My best friend suffered from depression, our other friends used to tell her to snap out of it but she couldn't, she went to the Dr's and he gave her pills, that was the worse thing she ever did taking anti-depressants, they made her worse. The best thing she did was a change of life style, she offered herself as a volunteer at an old peoples home and eventually got job there, she had more money coming in, paid off debts etc... and is now living a happy life. My advice would be try to change your life style. Good luck.

Answer 6

Maybe you just have a lot on your mind. I get what you mean. Sometimes, I'll be sitting in front of my computer and start crying cuz I feel like my life is soo bad... and I get really depressed.

Sometimes, the setting you are in makes you feel sad. for example, If you are listening to a sad song -big girls dont cry, fergie- You might think of something bad, and then break down and cry.

Answer 7

Man! you depress me,don't hang this on us it the way things are,live with it! Chill and take time to smell the flowers. I wish I thought I was important enough to support the world.

Answer 8

Depression is something alot of people suffer from,i'm one of them. I refuse medication,now i just try keeping myself/mind occupied.

Answer 9

We all get depressed at times if we are honest.

Not many of us sleepwalk.

I do not see how one has to do at all with the other.

Answer 10

You'll be alright