How Do I Get Over My Depression?
I am always sad and cry a lot, can any thing or one help?
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How old are you. Depression hits all ages. The reason I'm asking your age is to get a grasp of what could be troubling you. If you're a pre-teen or a teenager perhaps the lack of friends or problems at home. If you're an adult it could be a relationship issue or finances. If you want give a shout out to me in my box and I'll be happy to help you. I promise I not into Sciencetology or am a Cult Leader. I simply believe there is so much to live for, regardless if you're alone or surround by family and friends. There's a place for you in this universe and you make a difference. Write me!
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A little bit of me and depression. I suffer with major depression. I have always been depressed due to family issues regarding death, me and my mother were never able to get along. I was constantly being mistreated by her. My father died when I was a toddler. My depression became worse over the years to the point of me having a mental and physical breakdown. During this time, I discovered I had other major illnesses. I was employed during this time. When I had the breakdown, I was no longer able to think, concentrate or take care of myself. I just couldn't believe this had happened to me, I wasn't able to accept it. I resigned. To make a long story short. I had major surgery in 2000. I had a host of illnesses that could have been prevented. I had the best medical insurance anyone could buy. I applied for unemployment. I got it. I moved to a new town. I am a military veteran, I signed myself into a mental health clinic because my condition became worse. They did tests, administered medicine and the rest was up to me. I began my medicine in 2000. I have had to ask them to change the medicine because after the period of time I was told that the medicine would work, it didn't. After more than 8 years, I'm a lot better than I have ever been in my adult life. I am currently resolving all of my health issues. I felt alone when I was first diagnosed with major depression, I didn't know any who had it. Last year, 2007, I heard about a depression group. I joined. It feels a lot better knowing you are not alone. There are so many people who are in the same position you are in. Never be afraid or skeptical about getting treatment. Mental Health is a illness of the brain and needs to be treated. Its just your brain and not your body that needs help. Let me know if you have any skepticism about going for treatment. I am more than happy to share my experience. Never be afraid to tell the doctor, about your depression. You do not have to go to a Mental Health Clinic to get depression medication. You can see your regular doctor, remember that. o.k.
I am exactly like that myself at this moments.
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commented 2 years ago
Good for you, paqibson. Real, clinical depression doesn't just go away, and when people tell you to get over it, it doesn't help. Medication along with counseling did wonders for me. I practically became a new person. Good luck to you.
I have a condition which causes severe depression, I used to cry a lot and I couldn't help it. My Dad called me 'sicky' and other names. Have you consulted your Dr. There is a lot they can do about depression. Do not isolate, exercise, get some sunshine, talk to someone. Shout at me, if you want I will give you an access to me where you can talk to me, I have free long distance. Hold on and please , please, don't make any life-shattering decisions until you get the depression under control.
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I knew I liked you for a reason. I've been there, too. Meds and counseling helped more than I say.
You are in the company of many people, and there's no shame to it. Real, clinical depression is the result of a chemical imbalance in the brain. A simple blood test by your physician can determine the level of chemicals, such as seratonin, in your brain. There are some very effective medications available. I was fortunate to find a terrific counselor, and the combination of the meds and the counseling helped change my life. Talk to your doctor, and tell him what's going on. That's the first step to take. Please let us know how you're doing. Take care of yourself.
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I try to get busy or at least distracted from the issue. I like to read or watch television as well to take my time off from troubles.
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Ok so WOW! I guess i never noticed people are so freaking sad...I'm sorry.. As far as i can tell and i'm by no means a doctor.. But self preservation has to be the beginning.. You gotta wanna be happy..... I don't know of a time i've ever been depressed... I've been unhappy a few times, pissed off a couple of times...but never just down right down on myself..maybe if you look into yourself and find something you like about your self and build off of that, find something that makes you smile ...makes you crack a slight grin...and feed off of it , build off of it.. And maybe find yourself smiling more and more .....i want you to be happy... And if that doesn't work... Take meds till you smile... Lol.. Please smile!!! You will feel so much better
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I suffer from manic depression and I know what you're going through. It comes on without warning and takes over until you cant get out of bed. Please see your doctor for a professional consultation. You may need to be prescribed antidepressants or maybe just need to see someone to talk. Please stay strong and know there is a lot of help out there. Www.beyondblue.org is a great site for those of us who suffer depression. I'm with you all the way.
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I know how you feel i seem to be having a lot of depression 2. I lost my brother in june of last year and i seem to cry a lot also. What helps me is to exercise it seems to just make me feel happy and helps with stress. I have seen a dr and that helps to there are meds that will help you but when nothing else does just try to exercise it just seems to work for me. Hope you start to feel better i know that they say don't isolate your self from others but i seem 2 not want to be around a lot of people like i used to i used to hang out with friends all the time and it helps but its hard sometimes when you just do not care to be around people. I think i am about to go to the gym now :-) hope this helps me feel better.
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Hi there, i have been down i guess, but have never suffered to a point where i think there is no way out. Well i think the first thing is, love yourself. Be kind to yourself, no one in the world can be as kind as you. Where best to start but with loving yourself with your own kindness. After you see your kindness and you use it on yourself, everyone will want to be around you. Go for a walk smile at people and see how many people smile back. Take care of you and take one day at a time. Things will get better.
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Well when I'm depressed i sing dance draw and entertain my family. Sometimes i even go crazy cooking. Try doing something U like. Soon u will forget all about then you will b happy and having the time of your life. There is always something to make you happy.
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I have been on Zoloft for 9 years and was with a Psychiatrist for the first 2 years I was on these meds. There are all kinds of meds for depression, so if one doesn't work out for you, try another. Work with your health care provider. If you think your depression is severe I suggest you see a Psychiatrist rather then regular MD. They can get you on the correct medication ASAP, whereas an MD will put you on whatever is "popular" at the time.
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Before you run to a doctor and let them load you up with drugs, try some natural remedies first. One of the easiest ways to combat depression is to exercise. It helps release serotonin in your brain which helps you feel satisfied. It sounds stupid, but if you can stick with it for a few weeks, you should begin to see a change. You should also look at your diet. If you eat a lot of sugary foods, that can help throw off your body's chemical stability. Try to eat foods that aren't laced with pre-processed sugar. After a month or so, I am betting you see a different person start to emerge.
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You have a lot of good advice from all the above answers. I too suffer from depression and have done on and off since being a teenager. I am really only just beginning to understand why. I think your first step should be to see a doctor. If you have clinical depression you need medication to help you take the next steps. If you are suffering "reactive depression" (eg when someone close to you has died, or you have lost your job, or divorced etc) then counselling would be most useful. After medication or counselling you should be ready to take the next steps which would be taking up hobby, taking regular exercise, maybe join some sort of social group like a choir, or a local environmental group. It can be a long haul to get back into the "light" but you can do it. As with many of the other responders - if you want to, give me a shout.
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I personally suffer from depression and I am taking paxil which is my anti-depressant and lithium which is to stabilize my moods and keep me HAPPY it works
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answered 2 years ago
Would suggest you talk with your medical professional. Medications are available but may take some time to find the right one a dosage for you. Also, talking to a professional could help with your situation as to a difficult time your are going through or depression could occur for no apparent reason.
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