don't want to live anymore, please help?

Question

I have been suffering from depression for over 10 years. I have tried 5 different therapists. Just started seeing a new one last month. I have been on Lexapro and now am on sertraline. I am so bored with my life (i have tried ways to add excitement but nothing works) and sad and depressed. I don't want to live anymore. What's the point of living until I'm 85 if I'm fighting depression and miserable the whole time? I can't remember the last time I was actually happy. The only reason I haven't done anything about it is because I have two cats and dog who need me (yes I know how pathetic that is and no that's not a joke). My family is caught up with their own thing and my friends are far away. I have talked to them about how i feel but it doesn't help either. I don't know what to do anymore. I'm tired of fighting the depression. And I've tried exercise to help it too. Any suggestions or thoughts? I need help, please! I can't take this anymore!

Answer 1

Do you really believe that there is no one out there that needs you? What about volunteer work in so many categories? What about being a greeter at Walmart? Why not write encouraging answers here on Yahoo? You are a very valuable person to someone and they need you today. Many people are just as sad as you and you could be the light of their life. You have value and worth, maybe not to yourself, but you certainly have it to others. I think that once you start helping others you will find a purpose in life and find a reason to live.

Answer 2

I have an idea that might help. Take a vacation bring your animals with you and just try to enjoy it. The trip doesn't have to be some place fancy or exotic it cam be a simple get away from your town and the life in that town. Leave for your vacation with a positive outlook and re-invent yourself try to be more spontaneous and get rid of all the negative thoughts you have. Enjoy your time with your pets and try to let go of your stress. Treat yourself a little bit get a massage to relax buy a new outfit and go out and have fun it. And when you come home from this vacation don't dread it whenever your feeling sad remember the fun you had so that can take you from your saddened state.

Answer 3

that's sorta how i am with my life. i am allergic to cats but i have 3. 2 of them i wish i could get rid of but i cant because of other certain people. i cant breathe half the time i'm around my cat but i love him. i was told that if i got rid of my cat then i could get rid of the others but i cant/wont do that because i think he needs me. and at this point i need something that needs me too. so just take advantage of that. find some new recipes, get creative in the kitchen. try reading new books. or take up a new hobby (such as. . shopping for your dog!, i love doing that) if not then just concentrate on the things that make your life worth living and make the most of what you have cause i dont know if you are a christian but if you take the easy way out then hell will be a lot worse than what you have to deal with now. thats the only thing that's kept me going.

Answer 4

Are the anti- depressants working at all? If you don't think so, then try to find other things to do. Getting pets is great, and it isn't dumb. Having some responsibilities are a great thing, and it isn't dumb at all. Getting into great physical shape can also help. Start swimming, jogging with your dog, something that will keep you occupies, and in shape. Eat right, and do things that will keep you healthy. If you have good physical figure, you will also have more confidence, and feel better about yourself. "Not living anymore:" is not the solution, and its a great thing that you spoke out about these thought, because the first step to fixing a problem, is admitting you have one. Good Luck. :)

Answer 5

Hi I want to try to help you, so stay open minded and focus on what I am trying to say. I am 41 years old. I tryed suicide four times. I have been fighting this disease for too long. You have to find the right Dr. and theripist. You were put on this planet to do important things. I know, I know It does"nt sound like a lot of help. But be sure to try different meds. I think if you find the right meds and support you will be fine. Please remember, your here for a reason, if I can get through it anyone can. TRUST ME I get by each day...one at a time. Go slow. And please, don't put yourself down. And don't let anyone bring you down. By the way, I have a good feeling you will find happiness soon. God Bless you. REMEMBER Ican do it, you certainly can, let me know how your doing. I want to hear from you soon. I'll be watching for you. P.S.Please call 911 if your suicidal.

Answer 6

If therapy and prescriptions aren't working, try something else. Instead of thinking about ending your life, change it.

There are two books you should get out of the library and read cover to cover this week. Eckhart Tolle - The Power of Now and Happier by Tal Ben-Shahar. Both have a lot of mental exercises designed to give you control over what you think and how you feel.

Suicide is the LEAST INTERESTING solution. Self hypnosis, meditation, lucid dreaming and such are much more rewarding, I promise.

Answer 7

i was diagnosed with severe major depression (borderline manic) when i was 14. i know what you are going through as this is something that i still battle 10 years later. talk to your dr about going through an extensive out patient therapy. i did this when i was in my early 20s when a very close friend passed away and i just couldnt handle life anymore. it was not an easy program to complete but it changed my life. i now have the tools that i need to get through the rough patches. they teach you how to change your thinking patterns. its group therapy so it can be difficult to open up in front of others, but i found once i gave in and let it actually help me, that all the other people there needed help too and no one judged me. i hope this helps you! good luck and remember nothing in life is not worth living, you have to fight and be strong!

Answer 8

while i see why you would feel that way, many people feel that way and others who have tried thing have felt that way in the past, I have found that drugs make things worse for me and that in my worse days I find what I like to call an escape. I play video games for hours on end uninterrupted. You have to find what you are looking for, like if you want solidarity, then be alone, if you want a partner go out and talk to people and overcome your fears. Just remember your life IS important and we all have issues we need to get over or that take time to get over those issues. When in doubt there's a phrase I like to remember and maybe it will work for you. "I only need to remember three things in life to make me who I want to be, whether or not they are true I have to believe them, first I am the best, Second, I always win, and finally I never lose." If you can believe that you should be able to overcome whatever it is that's holding you back. My sincerest wishes,

Answer 9

Have you tried joining a support group instead. You can check your local hospital to see if they have one.

Maybe you can ask your doctor about different kinds of medications.

I would see google depression and see what kind of alternate methods for treating it are. I think they do acupuncture for it now. Maybe you need alternative help.

You might want to see about joining the YMCA or something take a class you like and see if it helps and finds you some local friends.

Maybe try to volunteer your time. You can probably help out at a hospital or animal shelter.

If you are in dire straits I would suggest calling 1-800-suicide.

Answer 10

Why don't you look into social groups. Maybe a book club, or a group that takes walks everyday. You can usually find this in a local paper or try www.meetup.com. Don't don't anything that will hurt you or others that do care about you...trust me they do, but they might be very selfish. All your worries are curable. I'm not sure if your spiritual, but church is a great place to come to peace of mind and to meet people.