I'm Suffering From DEPPRESSION?

Question

I'm so sure of it, after I read this website

http://www.youngwomenshealth.org/depression.html

I've been sad and constantly insulting myself for about 2 monthes now. I dont have any friends to talk to now because they've all said that I've become too sad all the time and no fun at all. I have trouble sleeping all the time, i feel so empty.

Sometimes, I feel like I dont belong in this world and the place would be better without me. I feel as if I cant stand how the world is going now.... kids in my grade have become so bitchy and mean. They always talk behind peoples backs and make up fake things about people!

I dont laugh and I am not as funny as I use to be, its hard to concentrate in school, I dont have that thrill of exercising any more and I dont feel like exercising anymore, and I feel guilty about everything I do!

I feel as if things will never go back to normal...

I really need someone to talk to right now... I'm thinking about going to the counselor's tomorow

Answer 1

Depressive disorders make one feel exhausted, worthless, helpless, and hopeless. Such negative thoughts and feelings make some people feel like giving up. It is important to realize that these negative views are part of the depression and typically do not accurately reflect the actual circumstances. Negative thinking fades as treatment begins to take effect. In the meantime:

Set realistic goals in light of the depression and assume a reasonable amount of responsibility.
Break large tasks into small ones, set some priorities, and do what you can as you can.
Try to be with other people and to confide in someone; it is usually better than being alone and secretive.
Participate in activities that may make you feel better.
Mild exercise, going to a movie, a ballgame, or participating in religious, social, or other activities may help.
Expect your mood to improve gradually, not immediately. Feeling better takes time.
It is advisable to postpone important decisions until the depression has lifted. Before deciding to make a significant transition-change jobs, get married or divorced-discuss it with others who know you well and have a more objective view of your situation.
People rarely “snap out of” a depression. But they can feel a little better day-by-day.
Remember, positive thinking will replace the negative thinking that is part of the depression and will disappear as your depression responds to treatment.

Let your family and friends help you.

How Family and Friends Can Help the Depressed Person
The most important thing anyone can do for the depressed person is to help him or her get an appropriate diagnosis and treatment. This may involve encouraging the individual to stay with treatment until symptoms begin to abate (several weeks), or to seek different treatment if no improvement occurs. On occasion, it may require making an appointment and accompanying the depressed person to the doctor. It may also mean monitoring whether the depressed person is taking medication. The depressed person should be encouraged to obey the doctor’s orders about the use of alcoholic products while on medication. The second most important thing is to offer emotional support. This involves understanding, patience, affection, and encouragement. Engage the depressed person in conversation and listen carefully. Do not disparage feelings expressed, but point out realities and offer hope. Do not ignore remarks about suicide. Report them to the depressed person’s therapist. Invite the depressed person for walks, outings, to the movies, and other activities. Be gently insistent if your invitation is refused. Encourage participation in some activities that once gave pleasure, such as hobbies, sports, religious or cultural activities, but do not push the depressed person to undertake too much too soon. The depressed person needs diversion and company, but too many demands can increase feelings of failure.

Do not accuse the depressed person of faking illness or of laziness, or expect him or her “to snap out of it.” Eventually, with treatment, most people do get better. Keep that in mind, and keep reassuring the depressed person that, with time and help, he or she will feel better.

Answer 2

Oh dear dear me.

I think it sounds like the first stages of depression. It can get worst-but just the fact that you are trying to get help is a very good sign. You spoke about going to the counselor it is a great idea. However what has kept you away for the last two months. You should have gone a long time ago.
Do you perhaps realize that you need help but do not want to talk to someone you know, for the mere fact that you are afraid of what they might think? If so I am not surprised at all. All of us wants to come across as infallible and pouring your heart out to someone sometimes makes you feel vulnerable. You know other than the counselor there are other 24 hour help lines that you can call and it is not face to face-no one will judge you.
If this is not the case JUST GO TO THE COUNSELOR. Having someone to help you even just by listening could do you wonders.
It will definitely make you feel better about your current situation.

Answer 3

A counselor sounds like a great place to start right now. A school counselor could certainly assist you with a lot of the emotions, or lack of that you are experiencing, but probably would not be able to assist you with any medication if need be.

In the meantime, the very best thing you can do for yourself is begin to care for and accept yourself as you are...I know this is a difficult task, but well worth the effort. If you can, take two, five, ten minutes everyday to look in the mirror and affirm something positive about yourself - it can be anything. Say it over and over until you begin to really belive and feel the words you are speaking.

I believe in my self.
I am beautiful.
I am worthy of being happy and content with myself.

This action is like planting the seeds and becomes a new foundation. Counseling can assist you to nurture those seeds as you explore and begin to deal with the root cause of your unhappiness.

I'm not sure of your age, but there are medications out there that can be a great benefit as they work to change your actual brain chemistry, hence the nickname Happy Pills. If a counselor thinks medication is a good choice for you, please, please take the time to discuss possible side effects.

In the end you must do what feels right for YOU. Talking to someone neutral who doesn't 'know you' can be an incredible experience (speaking personally here). I wish you the best of luck on your journey.

Answer 4

I think that's a good idea because a counsellor can be a good sounding board and a great place to discuss your issues in a constructive way.

I think also that it may be helpful for you to see a doctor just to get a medical check up to make sure there isn't a physical reason for your symptoms and for a psychiatric evaluation and possible diagnosis. Then you'll be able to effect the most appropriate treatment for your situation.

Remember that this is a temporary situation and very fixable because you are ready to take responsibility for your own health which is half the battle to get well. I think in the interim you need to try to take care of yourself by maintaining a regular sleep routine, proper diet and some light exercise. Good luck!

Answer 5

You need a thrilling experience.
Treat yourself better than it used to be. Do whatever you want.
I've checked. You created many questions similar to this one.
C'mon! While going for counselling is the best choice, do not ever give up yourself. Everyone is special, so are you. Love how special you are. Is others' opinions really that important to you?
Priorities must be made clear about yourself. After asking this question, what are you going to do? Follow answers accordingly? Or treat them as a worthless wall of text?
There ARE AND WILL HAVE MORE people who care greatly about you. What about them?
I know. Depression is a mental, negative disease. But you are only losing to yourself, not the disease. So, the easiest way is to defeat the disease! Go against the current. Be positive.

This wall of text is gladly brought to you by FZK. Be passive.

Answer 6

I probably was the same age as you when i got depressed and believe me if you want to you will get out of it, councelling is a good idea but it didnt work for me, try this book Dr Phil (self matters) its full of exercises to do and is absolutely the best thing i ever did, its just you and your book. I suffered for 6 years and when i started this book i didnt need to even finish it, it was so good and i still use it now if i ever have a sad moment.
School is hard when your down cos its full of bitchiness and i spent many alone days but if you can just hang int here and fight it you will come out tops i promise, dont give up x x

Answer 7

Go see a counselor today and also see your family doctor or pediatrician. I have depression and I take Celexa. I also have adult ADD and take adderol. It is very common to have both. Both of those meds help, but my family doctor gave me the best advice: get exercise. I hate exercising too, but I started playing tennis with a great instructor. If you go to the gym, get a personal trainer. Your mental health is worth the price. Find some activity you like and do it. It has helped me more than anything else.

Answer 8

Don't do that to urself. U are making ur self sick. Don't be depressed. Don't care about other's what they say to u. Think about urself be happy in ur life that is what it is going to help u. Don't be sad all the time. It makes ur life a depression faze and that u will not have a very good life. be happy hang out with friends and just shop if u are depressed. THAT is what I do. Except not very often .I don't get depressed alot just once or twice for school only.

Answer 9

Don' t hesitate.Go to a shrink asap.I had the same feelings for a long time & there was no one out there to help me.You' ll be better. I 'm sure.The sooner start treatment is the better.
Good luck

Answer 10

Don't wait until tomorrow. Do it today. Talk to your parents they will support you. Allot of people suffer from depression. Medication works wonders. Do NOT self medicate.