dealing with depression?

Question

I'm 17...and I have been dealing with depression for, about, 3 years now...I'm sick of it! There is to much dtress in my life...tell me how you deal with your depression?...tell me what i should do?

Answer 1

Hi there,

First let me say that I am sorry you are suffering. I began suffering from major depression at the age of twelve, and I know how terrible it can be to have this cloud surrounding you while you're trying to cope with the demands of adolescence.

Second, I am sorry about some of the "answers" you received from people who are either cruel or self-interested.

I am a licensed psychotherapist, and work with many young people who are in similar circumstances. I believe you should talk first with a trusted adult -- perhaps a parent, but only if you're sure you'll get a supportive response. You can also consider a relative, a close friend's parent, a school counselor or a trusted teacher who knows you well. The idea here is to get some help with finding a direction to proceed in.

Psychotherapy and medication are the most used and probably the most effective means for overcoming depression, especially when they're combined. However at your age you may want to try to avoid the medication route. Dependency and side effects are problematic, and I recommend them only if therapy alone is not helpful enough. If you do need to go the medication route, adhere to your doctor's instructions and report any problems or side effects you may be experiencing. My bottom line about all of this is: Do whatever works.

Best of luck.

Answer 2

Hey. There are many things you can do for depression. First of all, if you haven't seen someone, you should. That's an obvious start. With therapy and medication, your condition can improve dramatically. Try this first.
You can also try alternative treatments which are safe and have less side effects. Again, you'll need to do your homework to find someone or something reputable.
Then there's diet and exercise. This is not going to "cure" you, but it certainly helps. Sometimes, you may need to do several 'little' things and as they all come together, it can help with the big picture.
I'm going to include a resource where you can watch short, free, informative videos that can give you a better idea as to what you can do. Good luck and I hope you feel better soon.

Answer 3

Dealing with depression is so tough. Get with a dr that treats teens with depression. You also need to get a counselor, or your minister someone you can talk to. Friends are good but don't always know how to help. Hang in there we care and you can be happy.

Answer 4

Then DO NOT EVER go to a therapist! Talk to you mom, dad, siblings, SOME one who is a member of the family and just air out for about 1 hour. Get in an activity you like, or get a job to keep you busy. And when you get a job, that means spending money! Then who's depressed now!LOL!

Answer 5

Having a chat with a foreigner who is not good at English
maybe
will make you
more depressed.
^_^

Answer 6

Homeopathic Remedies for Anxiety / Panic Attacks / Stress / Depression(Bereavment) / Mood Swings (Totally safe, without any side effects or complications of any sort) :-

ANXIETY / PANIC ATTACKS & STRESS :-

Sudden with restlessness and fear of death, Panic Attacks, Aconite 30X or 200X,1/2 hourly (3 Doses)

Prolonged with periodic and panic attacks Arsenic Alb.200X, 4 hourly (3 Doses)

With fainting spells; profuse sweating; worse in the morning Sulphur 30X or 200X 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Makes patient walk fast; due to anticipation Argentum Nit 200X, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Worse lying in bed and closing the eyes Carbo Veg 30X or 200X, 4 hourly (6 Doses)

Anxiety aggravated by upward or downward motion; going in an elevator; worse till 11 P.M, Borax 200X or 1M, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxious about business even when seriously ill Bryonia Alba 200X 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Full of apprehensions in the evening Causticum 200X, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxiety and fears in the evening with restlessness and palpitation Calcarea Carb.200X or 1M, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxiety worse while lying still. Sad music ameliorates the complaints Manganum Acet 200X 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxiety due to fright, fear,exciting news; stage fright; worse while appearing for examination or interview etc Gelsemium 30X or 200X 3 hourly (6 Doses)

Mood Swings, Anxiety due to grief or shock in the subconscious mind Ignatia 200X or 1M, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxiety; better after eating Anacardium Or 30X, 4 hourly.

DEPRESSION & GRIEF(Bereavement) :-

Severe shock due to sudden death of loved ones; restlessness, anxiety and fear Aconite 200X. 10 min (3 Doses)

Prolonged mournings; cannot overcome the loss of loved ones and/or Mood Swings. Ignatia 1M or 10M, 6 hourly (3 Doses)

When the grief is in the conscious mind; patient weeps; does not like sympathy Natrum Mur.200X or 1M, 6 hourly (3 Doses)

For chronic grief and indignation Staphysagria 200X or 1M, weekly (3 Doses)

Depression with suicidal thoughts feeling of worthlessness, Aurum Met 30X, three times a day half hour before meals.


Take the remedy which is similar to your symptoms. No side effects or complications if taken as directed, please do not exceed the given dosage and under any circumstances do not try to mix any remedies and avoid Chocolates, Mints, Coffee, Red Meat, Alcoholic and Carbonated drinks, Spicy Rich Food while taking any Homeopathic remedies, and keep the medicines away from direct sunlight, heat strong smells and perfumes and do not store them in the fridge.
Curing without any side effects or Complications Thats the Beauty of Homeopathic Medicine (Cures Par Excellence)

Take Care and God Bless you.

Answer 7

See depression, and stress treatments, at http://www.ezy-build.net. (.net.nz/~shaneris) on pages 2, and 42. Visit your school counselor.

Answer 8

For goodness sake...17 years old and full of stress... why... your week.. thats your problem... just pull yourself together and snap out of it... take control of your life... we all get a bit stressed now and then... but 3 years its time you took hold of yourself... bye bye.