ok well first off im 16.
i have really been through alot in this past year... i started cutting awhile ago and when my parents found out i got taken to a psychiatrist (idk if thats spelled right?) but it helped a little i just didn't like going at all. they said i was depressed though.
well i stopped cutting but my grades REALLY slipped and i failed 2 classes...(im usually an A & B's student).
well i got put on zoloft and i feel a little better... i dont have any like big anger fits like i use to... like i would scream at my parents and lock myself in my room.
my parents love me i know they just are really over protective and stuff. but anyway i don't like myself at all and i have reallyyy low self esteem. what do you think?
PLease AnsWer!
2007-12-10 12:32:21 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
sometimes i just want to stay in my room by myself though, and i don't think im a good gf at all..... like he could probably get someone better.
but i have also been geting a little paniced and i get mild panic attacks.
2007-12-10 12:34:24 · update #1
You would only have bipolar disorder if you have periods of both depression and mania.
It sounds like you have only had episodes of depression.
Mania is when you have tons of energy and can't stop talking or moving and are extemely happy and active.
You may also have some type of panic or anxiety disorder if you are experiencing anxiety.
No one can diagnose you over the internet, you need to see a professional.
If the psychiatrist didn't work out, try seeing a different one or a psychologist. Sometimes you have to "shop around" until you find the right person to help you.
Good luck.
2007-12-10 12:36:52 · answer #1 · answered by ~Christine~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does not sound like you have bipolar but that you do hace depression coupled with the fact that your hormones are probably doing all sorts at this time.
Medication is all good and well but it does need to be monitored to make sure the dose is correct and that you are getting better.However personally if you were my daughter as well as having you on medication i would be taking you to a therapist..you need to learn new ways of thinking about you self to highten you selfesteem and to help you cope better with life in general.
I dont think that your parents are being over protective i think that they love you and they are taking very good care of you.Be glad about that there are many young ppl on here that wont or cant talk to their parents.
Of course you did not like seeing the shrink...i dont think there are many ppl that look forward to seeing a shrink on a regular basis..however the times that you did attend did help you..so perhaps its time to go again and learn how to deal with how you are feeling at this time and to learn new coping skills also just ti have someone who is a proffesional where you can come out and say exactly what you are thinking.
A problem shared is a problem halved.
Good luck the future looks bright for you, its just up to you to put in some effort and seek the help that you really need.
2007-12-10 20:48:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Zoloft may help the symptoms, although there are other types of medication available. The underlying cause is always early childhood experiences. A good therapist will help you explore events around the age of six in your case, from your description. I would be prepared to bet there wa a traumatic event in your life around that time. Get that resolved and the rest of life will straighten out for you. Am I right?
2007-12-11 03:17:22 · answer #3 · answered by Jimmy C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it's just depression. Bipolar is people who have periods of not just depression, but mania - like periods of happiness or excessive activity where they don't sleep for days because they're cleaning their houses top to bottom 24/7 or don't eat because they're too busy rearrangng spices in aphabetical order. Stuff like that.
Just keep with the Zoloft. You may need an adjustment in the dosage, though.
2007-12-10 20:39:55 · answer #4 · answered by Mischele, RN♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly?
I think your going through the adolescent ups and downs, as well with dealing with depression could bring on overwhelming fears and ideas to explain why you feel the way you do.
Breathe.
Talk to your doctor.
Maybe join a group therapy session, get to know people and build you self-esteem.
2007-12-10 20:44:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋