Clinical depression?

Question

my nan thinks i have clinical depression, what does this mean and how do i go about solving it?
the reason she thinks i got it, is coz i dnt enjoy anything, and sometimes i feel so low i wont leave my bed, and im also ashamed to say i self harm and have had numerious suicide attempts.
im open for any suggests to solving my problem. thank you :)

Answer 1

Sounds like you have it.
Some of the major symptoms of clinical depression are: fatigue, changes in eating and/or sleeping patterns, physical pain (like headaches), weight gain or loss, losing interest in things you like to enjoy, feeling lethargic and uninterested in a lot of things, feelings of hopelessness, crying...and suicide attempts.
You really need to see a doctor--a therapist. If you need a recommendation for a name, you can ask your primary care doctor. It sounds like you have a very serious case of depression, so going on antidepressants will probably be your best bet...you should discuss this will a therapist, though.
Good luck. And I admire you for being so open to getting help even when you feel so bad.

Answer 2

Do you have anxiety attacks as well? You start crying for no apparent reason and don't know why you're crying. Suicidal thoughts are serious, but there are so many types of depression in this world, and you need to do some research to find out which one you actually have. I know some names of them: Anxiety issues
Clinical depression
Seasonal depression (usually happens in the winter or places that don't get very much sun)
Manic depression

Clinical depression can be sorted out either by medication or therapy, some people even just go to the gym to work everything out, if you're not that kind of person I'd suggest going to the doctor immediately they can refer you to a specialist and help you with what you need to accomplish

Answer 3

depression is an illness that causes a person to feel sad and hopeless much of the time. It is different from normal feelings of sadness, grief, or low energy.

Anyone can have depression. It often runs in families. But it can also happen to someone who doesn't have a family history of depression. You can have depression one time or many times.

If you think you may be depressed, tell your doctor. There are good treatments that can help you enjoy life again. The sooner you get treatment, the sooner you will feel better.

Depression can cause different symptoms in different people, and they may be hard to notice at first. For example, a child may seem grouchy and irritable. An older adult may be forgetful. If you think a loved one is depressed, learn more about what symptoms to look for, and urge the person to get help if needed.

Depression is usually treated with counseling or antidepressant medicine, or both. It sometimes takes a few tries to find the right treatment, and it can take several weeks for the medicine to start working. Try to be patient and stay with your treatment.

Answer 4

I would look at the person's diet, if she is consuming to much sugar or sugar foods. I would also look at whether the person has diabetes. Make sure someone else is present at the doctor's or even the e.r. All it takes is a simple blood test for diabetes to be diagnosed. i'm not a nurse, but i think it's right. Also when I was young I went through sexual promiscuity, and irritability, ect. I really this its a phase partly. Is this person female? Young? And also the person might have a chemical imbalance that needs to be regulated. The sexual promiscuity is from an overabundance of hormones ect. There is a genetic test to tell the doctor if the person has depression or not-and i assume manic symptoms-it is a blood test or something. But i really think you should rule out any physical disorders before concentrating on the mental.

Answer 5

Depression may be caused by negative thoughts, poor circumstances, loss of loved ones, genetic factors, biochemical imbalance in the brain, emptiness in heart, unforgiveness, addictions etc.

There are some natural mood lifting food and vitamins that you can take with your drugs. They are:

-multivitamin
-Vitamin B complex pills
- Vitamin C
- GABA (you can get this at a pharmacy) it is a natural neurotransmitter in your brain.
- SAMe
- Calcium
- Magnesium
-Evening Primrose oil
- Flax oil
- Omega 3

try to have some exercise daily. Go into the sun. Talk with friends. Pray to Jesus, he gives you peace and lifts your mood. These are scientifically proven to work.

- Listen to soothing music on a couch.
- have aromatherapy
- eat healthily, oats, wheats, brown rice, more fish, chicken, lots of vegetables and fruits and other natural food, less oil, no sugar, no deep fried stuff, less red meat
- drink lots of filtered or bottled water
have a pet
- cultivate new hobbies
- do not take alcohol and avoid caffeine
- tackle your problem that is giving you depression. Problem solve with a counselor or friend to reduce the magnitude of the problem.
- Every time you catch yourself thinking negatively, think what is the most positive way of expressing your feelings and thoughts.
- Forgive others, release all bitterness and release all grudges, love God and love others
- Do a kind deed each day. Volunteer your service to the elderly, orphans etc
- I know I have said a lot. Take baby step, one step at a time. Give yourself time to get out of depression.

Think positively.

You may want to see a psychiatrist and counsellor to work out your problem. Psychotherapy may help. Prayer does help. Claim healing from Jesus. He loves you.

Answer 6

I have clinical depression. It's very serious - just go to a counselor and a doctor, they will most likely give you medicine if you need it, and probably therapy. Good luck, and be strong! (I'm still going through all of this!)

Answer 7

Depression is a disorder that affects your thoughts, moods, feelings, behavior and even your physical health. People used to think it was "all in your head" and that if you really tried, you could "snap out of it" or just "get over it." But doctors now know that depression is not a weakness, and it's not something you can treat on your own. Depression is a medical disorder with a biological and chemical basis.

Sometimes a stressful life event triggers depression. Other times depression seems to occur spontaneously with no identifiable specific cause. Depression is much more than grieving or a bout of the blues.

Depression may occur only once in a person's life. Often, however, it occurs as repeated episodes over a lifetime, with periods free of depression in between. Or it may be a chronic condition, requiring ongoing treatment over a lifetime.

People of all ages and races suffer from depression. Medications are available that are generally safe and effective, even for the most severe depression. With proper treatment, most people with serious depression improve, often within weeks, and can return to normal daily activities.

Treatment:

The development of newer antidepressant medications and mood-stabilizing drugs has improved the treatment of depression. Medications can relieve symptoms of depression and have become the first line of treatment for most types of the disorder.

Treatment may also include psychotherapy, which may help you cope with ongoing problems that may trigger or contribute to depression. A combination of medications and a brief course of psychotherapy usually is effective if you have mild to moderate depression. If you're severely depressed, initial treatment usually is with medications or electroconvulsive therapy. Once you improve, psychotherapy can be more effective.

Doctors usually treat depression in two stages. Acute treatment with medications helps relieve symptoms until you feel well. Once your symptoms ease, maintenance treatment typically continues for four to nine months to prevent a relapse. It's important to keep taking your medication even though you feel fine and are back to your usual activities. Episodes of depression recur in the majority of people who have one episode, but continuing treatment greatly reduces your risk of a rapid relapse. If you've had two or more previous episodes of depression, your doctor may suggest long-term treatment with antidepressants.

Answer 8

The symptoms you've described sound like depression and also due to the self-harming and multiple suicide attempts it sounds severe.
Go to your doctor, talk to him/her about it. You will probably have to see a therapist who will decide on a course of action to treat your particular case since everyone's depression is different in the form of what helps.
Be strong, don't give in to it and good luck.

Answer 9

It is very likey you are depressed. You should seek help as soon as possible. Please find out the number for you local crisis hotline. Here in FL it is 211. Call them anytime you feel like harming yourself. Preferably BEFORE you hurt yourself. Ask your nan to take you to a therapist. You may need medication to feel better. Also, frequent exercise and healthy eating can help.

Answer 10

Did you look at yourself in the mirror naked. A lot of times that will shock a person. My sister did once at 16 and her hair turned white. She's 55 now and never stopped crying. We had to wear hip waders whenever she was around. Is there a black cloud over your head? If there is, shoosh it away and you'll feel a lot better and you'll be a stronger and wiser person cause I told you the secret. Just tell that ol cloud to go away!!!!!!!!
Have a very merry christmas........