Problems with depression?

Question

I have suffered with depression for many years. I have never been diagnosed by a doctor as (in my opinion) it is something that I need to deal with and I refuse to put zombie drugs and chemicals into my body. For years I have managed to control my feelings as best as possible and hide my emotions from all those around me but I am finding this increasingly difficult. I do not see how I can escape the situation I am in. Work full time, have a partner who has a child, have 2 dogs. There is literally no time for me to take a moment away so how do I handle the way I am feeling and manage to control myself? Some days at work I go into the toilets just to cry quietly. Please help and no stupid answers please.

Answer 1

I'm not an expert, but I'm not here to give stupid answers.

I think you are depressed because you are not happy with something in your life.

Are you happy in your relationship?
Do you want to have kids?
Do you enjoy your job?

I know it will be hard, but you may need to make some changes.

New job or new bf maybe.

Walking and exercise can help with depression as can spending time in the sun.

You need to do more things that will lift you.

Answer 2

I can sort of relate to that, i had depression about six months back and i didnt like the idea of medication either. I had to get counsilling and alot of help. My advice would be don't lose hope because even though you feel extremely down and feel like things will never get better they will eventually, just try to find things to look forward to to give you something to live for everyday even if its something small or silly like a movie you want to see or a holiday or even perhaps buying something new. It makes life feel like its not a complete waste of time and not so bad. Also i wouldn't keep how you feel to yourself, that will make you feel worse, try to talk about how you feel to people you trust and dont feel embarressed or upset that you feel depressed because everyone gets depression at least once in there lives so its completely normal to feel how you do even though its not the best feeling.. and it can be fixed

Answer 3

please for your own good, seek the help of a competent mental health professional. They do not judge you, they evaluate and try to help you. They do not bite, and in most cases do not use needles.