What should I do if I think I have depression?
I have found it much easier to carry through life being comfortable with who you are and I know it sounds cheesy but im 13 and have been dealing with a LOT of family issues and have had to step up at a really young age. Since I had to grow up fast I often felt vulnerable so I decided to try to become a more likable person in the terms of having more personality trying to be more of an optimist then a pesimist and developing good habits. the way you think of yourself can dramatically change you place in the world. Find what makes you happy and never be ashamed or embarrassed yourself or your image. try and think about what some one who's never met you before would think about you once they do. If your not all the way comfortable with that change it. The more people that you can go to the easier it will be for you to get over certain things. Do what you truelly feel should happen and don't go out of your way for someone that just is totally not worth it.
What do you think about depression?
My opinion:Sometimes, the difference between having a bad day and borderline depression caused by stress, areYour adaptability to changing situations,Your coping mechanisms andAbility to detach from a predetermined expectation or outcome.Some of this is hereditary (For example, suicide tendencies run in some families). While some of it is learned from interacting with our caregivers (e.g, parents).For the chemical aspect that is possibly genetic, it is important that you know the mental health history of your family tree and establish your susceptibility to depression and similar mental health anomalies. For example, some men begin to have extra marital affairs during a midlife crisis to cope with some situations. Some women comfort themselves with food. They overeat when they are sad till they become obese. You may think that you don't have any of these traits but it can become late when you find out that you actually do. Learn how to self regulate as soon as you're triggered.If for example, you planned to pick up your kids and go shopping for groceries after work and then your car develops a fault, and you experience a complete breakdown, you might not have effectively responded to your trigger. When you were making the decision to drive out, you were not able to detach yourself from the expectation of things going exactly as you planned. For some people, their trigger is losing their bunch of keys.With all due respect to people who are diagnosed as clinically depressed, I think a sizeable number of undiagnosed cases might not have effective coping mechanisms.Again, I strongly believe that not all suicide cases are from depression. Some are reactionary patterns that are either inherited or learned. I have read about children who committed suicide because they were bullied or teased. I have a feeling that one or more of their parents would have experienced a major breakdown from a similar situation when they were younger. What I am saying in essence is that problem solving skills can be inherited genetically or from observation.With both ways, when you notice you are at the brink of a breakdown, you should speak with a person who can rationalise things for you, possibly a professional.Sometimes, what you need to hear is “it's just a bad day, your life is not ruined”.
Do you think that I have depression?
Lilly, you will have to forgive me, I don’t think it’s appropriate for me or anyone else to diagnose you on an internet forum.There’s really only one piece of advice that anyone should be giving you, and that is to seek professional advice as soon as you can.Of course, I’m always suicidal whether happy or sad…I just kind of end up thinking about killing myself and how much better things would be if I did, but I never really puts me in a bad mood.That one sentence says you are way beyond any help someone can give you on this forum.I know it doesn’t feel like it right now, but how you are feeling can be helped by the right people. Unfortunately, this is not the place to find these people. I wish it were as you are obviously in a lot of pain.You owe it to yourself to at least pick up a phone and call a helpline. Think of it as a first step to hopefully turning your life around.
How do you know if you have depression ?
That sounds like depression. If these symptoms persist for 2 weeks or more, then it's most likely major depression. Nonetheless, to recognise the problem itself is a good start. Next is to seek treatment. Rest assured, 50% of people with major depression never got it diagnosed and being in the other half is a good thing. Do see a general practitioner and tell him all your problems. Most probably, you'll be referred to a psychiatrist as I was before. Nonetheless, based on your story, there are other possible illnesses as well. So better be safe and get it properly diagnosed because nothing online can solve your problems. Besides, it is unethical for me to give you a diagnosis in this circumstance (without proper check, history taking, online, etc). When I had it, I tried searching in almost all textbooks I could get my hands on and being a person who knows the anatomy of most blood vessels in the body well, the circumstance I was in was dangerous. Quite a number of close friends ditched me because they said that I transformed into a drama queen and I started to skip classes (when you study medicine, ditching even one class means a lot), even clinical sessions. So I met my personal advisor and had her refer me to a psychiatrist. The psychiatrist was very nice and I could let everything out. Had to undergo a series of treatments, mostly made up of taking medicines that somehow got me back to who I am today. Got new bunch of friends who really are understanding. Am very thankful that I recovered from it. It took me a year to notice my behavioral changes, but better late than never. Perhaps you want to try this too? :)
How do you know if you have depression?
Yes you have symptoms of being depressed. My son is exactly like you. He is 14 years old and is ADHD. He takes Conserta as well. He also takes Wellbutrim for his depression. He was always so very negative and unhappy. Now with his Conserta and his antidepressant, he is much happier. I think it helps him to bring more things into perspective for him. He is also getting older and learning more how to control his temper, moods, etc...he is coping much better. There is a future for you. You gotta want it. The world is not against you sweets...make your decision to make something of your life, use your meds to help you get there. Talk to your doctor and ask about an antidepressant. Tell him or her how you are feeling, etc...this medicine is a great addition to my son's ADHD meds Conserta. Be sure to talk to your parents and go see your doctor. You can do this! You have a future and I am gonna root for ya! Take care kiddo!
How do you know if you have depression?
well bipolar depression is where you go up and down really bad. like maybe one week your like ugh i hate life and then the next your really hyper and your really happy and stuff. thats a basic explanation
I have crippling depression?
Same
How do I tell my doctor I think I have anxiety/depression?
TELL him you that you feel anxious and/or depressed. This is coming from one, who is walking the path.At least 50% of clinical depression is genetic. It has nothing to do with lack of willpower. Also, as in my case depression can be caused from an insult to the brain (TBI). All efforts to control your anxiety/depression should be initiated by medical personnel. Too, a great majority of the time if one has anxiety, he/she will also have depression. The number one health problem in the world today is stress; consequently, all steps should be taken to control it.You can also use countless non-chemical means to cope with stress. Some, and this is a short list, are: avoid negative people; don’t rely on your memory - write it down; make duplicate keys; say no more often; simplify meal time; always make copes of important papers; ask for help with jobs you don’t like; break large tasks into bite size portions; smile; pet your dog/cat; don’t know all the answers; say something nice to someone; say hello to a stranger; ask a friend for a hug; practice breathing slowly; stand up and stretch; strive for excellence NOT perfection; don’t worry what other people are thinking about you, because they are NOT thinking about you (you are not the center of the universe); ask someone to be your vent-partner; talk less and listen more; watch a sunset; know your limitations and let others know them too; Always have a plan B; memorize a joke; clean out one closet; write a note to a friend far away; remember that stress is an attitude; remember you always have options; have a support network of people; quit trying to fix other people; get enough sleep; freely praise other people; relax - take one day at a time…you have the rest of your life.Please know if you have clinical depression, these “de-stressors” and many more should be used along with prescribed medication….NOT in lieu of prescribed medication.Should you care to read about my battle with anxiety/depression, take a look at the ebook on Amazon Kindle, Rise Above: Conquering Adversities.Rise Above: Conquering Adversities - Kindle edition by Greg Little, Kathy McClure, Risa Bruner, Isidor Muniz, Tony Johnson. Self-Help Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.