is there a psycatrist reading my problem? then please help me?

Question

i am studnt of 12th and have extreme problems with my studies. i recently read symptoms of depression in a book which were- change in appetite, frequent thoughts of suicide, becoming prone to mistakes, extra sleeping hours, feelings of being rejected etc. and amazingly i found all those matching on me. my parents say its just a mindset but i really have exreme difficulty in concentrating on my studies, and do not know what to do. could someone please tell me whether these symptoms are enough to consult a psycatrist or is it really a mindset? i am worried that the doctor will make fun of me saying who told u that u r in depression? if i don't find a way, ireally may commit suicide. please please help me

Answer 1

This is EXACTLY what he'll use to diagnose you (go to a clinical psychologist first)... if you fit this criteria, show your parents, see a psychotherapist.

Criteria for Major Depressive Episode

A. Five (or more) of the following symptoms have been present during the same 2-week period and represent a change from previous functioning; at least one of the symptoms is either
(1) depressed mood or
(2) loss of interest or pleasure.
Note: Do not include symptoms that are clearly due to a general medical condition, or mood-incongruent delusions or hallucinations.

(1) depressed mood most of the day, nearly every day, as indicated by either subjective report (e.g., feels sad or empty) or observation made by others (e.g., appears tearful). Note: In children and adolescents, can be irritable mood.
(2) markedly diminished interest or pleasure in all, or almost all, activities most of the day, nearly every day (as indicated by either subjective account or observation made by others)
(3) significant weight loss when not dieting or weight gain (e.g., a change of more than 5% of body weight in a month), or decrease or increase in appetite nearly every day. Note: In children, consider failure to make expected weight gains.
(4) Insomnia or Hypersomnia nearly every day
(5) psychomotor agitation or retardation nearly every day (observable by others, not merely subjective feelings of restlessness or being slowed down)
(6) fatigue or loss of energy nearly every day
(7) feelings of worthlessness or excessive or inappropriate guilt (which may be delusional) nearly every day (not merely self-reproach or guilt about being sick)
(8) diminished ability to think or concentrate, or indecisiveness, nearly every day (either by subjective account or as observed by others)
(9) recurrent thoughts of death (not just fear of dying), recurrent suicidal ideation without a specific plan, or a suicide attempt or a specific plan for committing suicide

B. The symptoms do not meet criteria for a Mixed Episode (see p. 335).

C. The symptoms cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

D. The symptoms are not due to the direct physiological effects of a substance (e.g., a drug of abuse, a medication) or a general medical condition (e.g., hypothyroidism).

E. The symptoms are not better accounted for by Bereavement, i.e., after the loss of a loved one, the symptoms persist for longer than 2 months or are characterized by marked functional impairment, morbid preoccupation with worthlessness, suicidal ideation, psychotic symptoms, or psychomotor retardation.

Answer 2

The doctor will not make fun of you. I can't judge, through your question, if you are clinically depressed or not. However, the very fact that you are contemplating taking your life indicates that you need to talk with someone and get help.
I would recommend that you seek out some counsel. You may not need to start with a Psychiatrist. If you can find a competent counselor in the area they may be able to help you deal with the issues and if not they will reinforce your expressed need to see a Psychiatrist. Perhaps your parents would be more open to the idea if a professional suggested it.

Answer 3

I'm not a psychiatrist but I want to assure you that nobody will laugh at you. Your problems may be due to a situation you're in - overwhelmed by studies or something of that nature. All that could change with time. However, that doesn't help you in the present moment. Seeking counseling will. Speak to a counselor or teacher at school if your parents aren't taking you seriously.

Answer 4

in my study they called it doctors disease. but i do not know if it is the case.Go to a counselor because even as it is a mindset it is a symptom that can make it very difficult for you

Answer 5

A psychiatrist would NEVER make fun of you. For ANY reason.

If your parents choose not to take you to see a psychologist or psychiatrist, you should speak to your school counselor or minister. Neither will make fun of you, I promise.

Please talk with someone today.

Answer 6

ur having this phase of ur life.
it's normal. but it usually happen to those asian students that have so many pressure in getting good marks in school etc.

everyone had phases like this in their life, but for some its not that extreme.

Answer 7

go to your family doctor,,,,,,,,,,,,,,he can perscribe,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,you might just be panicking,,,,,,,,,,,your still a kid and growing up is hard a lot of times..................