I need to know if i am depressed or not. I am just in eighth grade and i am dealing with alot of activities in and out of school. I know that depression runs on my dad's side of the family. I am always tired, I get sick alot, I really have to push myself to get off the couch, I don't feel like doing the simplest tasks like homework. My grades are going down hill because i feel like l'm swamped with all of this confusion. I don't know if it's just because i'm a teen and I am experiencing new things or what.
I have thought about suicide before but i just always tell myself that it is never a solution. I don't cut myself or harm myself because i know that it's wrong. I think about it but i have never done it. I just need to clear up confusion about my mind.
2007-12-27 14:28:02 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
Hello, friend, its all right?
Well... Search a good Psychiatrist. without a doubt, he go help you.
A Prosperous New Year, and Until More!
2007-12-27 14:34:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are many signs and symptoms of teen depression! Here is a list: Sadness or hopelessness
Irritability, anger, or hostility
Tearfulness or frequent crying
Withdrawal from friends and family
Loss of interest in activities
Changes in eating and sleeping habits
Restlessness and agitation
Feelings of worthlessness and guilt
Lack of enthusiasm and motivation
Fatigue or lack of energy
Difficulty concentrating
Thoughts of death or suicide
Take Care x.
2007-12-28 11:52:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I thought i was depressed once too and thought about suicide many times. My grades were also very bad but I think it can be just a phase. Now i'm in the 10th grade and my grades are a lot better than before. So i think it can be just a phase but i never got checked out. But just incase u should tell your parents. I told my mom and I felt better after wards.
2007-12-27 22:36:44 · answer #3 · answered by Dr.Seth 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
sounds like you are a little depressed . maybe you would benefit from talking to someone. Please try to make an effort because in the long run it will either come from you or pills that will relieve the situation. and it's so much better if you can try to discipline yourself and be strong. Good luck you have the world at your feet there will be good and bad times. but also good can come out of bad so it makes life rather interesting.
2007-12-28 00:04:08 · answer #4 · answered by jennifer h 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you are developing depression, although it's good that you have those strong morals on suicide. If you see a doctor they can get into more detail with you and work out what you as an individual should do.
2007-12-27 22:36:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
YOu should definitely talk to an adult. If depression runs in the family, your parents will more than likely listen to you with an open mind. You could also ask to talk to your doctor. To put it mildly - yes, the teen years are not the most fun, and honestly - I don;t remember life being as stressful 18 years ago. but it is. And please, let someone help you.
2007-12-27 22:35:58 · answer #6 · answered by clanger76 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Having "been there & done that..."- you DO sound alittle "Down", but not TOO badly... The "Confusion" you speak of is pretty Typical of your age...-as is the tiredness & uncertainty... What You need to do is Sit Down with yourself & ask WHAT Confuses you & WHY... TRY to keep your life as SIMPLE as you can until you can get a "handle" on things... & try NOT to worry yourself into any more STRESS- than you have to... It sounds like you have a pretty good head on your shoulders- so as long as you "Keep It" there- you should be fine. Hang in there- & Good luck! :)
2007-12-27 22:44:23 · answer #7 · answered by Joseph, II 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋