want to talk about depression

Posted by alex77 @alex77, Oct 25, 2011

hi im 15 im new to this site and i was wonder about any groups i could add to talk about this

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Did you try to find groups in your area? If you think you are depressed, you have to find someone to talk with. Sometimes local hospitals are a good place to start.

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Did anyone reply to your question? I know that I saw a mention of depression somewhere here, but since I'm new here I don't have the answer either. I've dealt with depression for years as a result of a very rare neurological disease and was treated with medications, which I'm not almost off of thanks to seeing a psychologist for some time now. What is causing your depression at your young age?

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oops...I meant I AM almost off of the medications now...

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Being deppressed at this age myself, and not knowing it, I must say that it can and does get better. Please give your self a chance by talking to a school counselor a parent uncle aunt some one who doesnt just think that you can just get over this. One of my biggest strenths today is doing what is right , not allowing the uninform or uneducated to get in my way of recovery, having the joy of life back. Many suffer in silence due to stigma. This lie that is sold to many by the uninformed and uneducated is that all you need is this that or the other. Your depression could be from several causes enviromental or chemical balance of the brain . You did'nt not ask for what you suffer, and you can't wish it away but you can get much better with it if you do the hard thing and take action, please you are worth it.GBG

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@foxauthor

Did anyone reply to your question? I know that I saw a mention of depression somewhere here, but since I'm new here I don't have the answer either. I've dealt with depression for years as a result of a very rare neurological disease and was treated with medications, which I'm not almost off of thanks to seeing a psychologist for some time now. What is causing your depression at your young age?

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i dont really know what is causing it i just have kindof goten use to it

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@annabeck

Did you try to find groups in your area? If you think you are depressed, you have to find someone to talk with. Sometimes local hospitals are a good place to start.

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alot of people want me to go to a counsiler what will they do

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@annabeck

Did you try to find groups in your area? If you think you are depressed, you have to find someone to talk with. Sometimes local hospitals are a good place to start.

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A counselor will help you figure out what it is that is causing you to feel the way you do. Talking to a trained professional may be all you need to do. My son felt like you do and only had to go talk to a doctor once to figure out what was bothering him so much. The doctor told him he was right to want to go to a new school. He is happy now at a new school. That was causing his depression. It is very common to feel depressed and not know what it is, when you are 15 or 16 years old. The counselor/psychologist or psychiatrist can figure it out. That's what they are trained to do! If your parents will take you to one, then go! They will help you. Hope that helps you make a decision. Life is too short to waste a day being sad when you can do something about it, so go and "talk" to them about how you feel. Let me know if it helps.

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@annabeck

Did you try to find groups in your area? If you think you are depressed, you have to find someone to talk with. Sometimes local hospitals are a good place to start.

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My son went thru what the docs called 'adolescent depression' during his high school years. He started as an energetic and active student. But gradually evolved into a lethargic' unhappy person. He was not able to sleep well and had no appetite. As well as no interest in his usual activities.
We began with a trip to family physician - seeking a remedy for sleeplessness - Medication for sleep and an antidepressant helped him. Added to this were anxiety attacks. Counseling by a Psych. who specialized in adolescents really helped him. Also a couple of understanding teachers who made the school day managable. He is now a well adjusted young adult and no longer needs the medication.
Alex, depression is a real condition. And there is medical help out there.
Hoping the best for you.
Anonymous, because this is about my son, not me.

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@foxauthor

Did anyone reply to your question? I know that I saw a mention of depression somewhere here, but since I'm new here I don't have the answer either. I've dealt with depression for years as a result of a very rare neurological disease and was treated with medications, which I'm not almost off of thanks to seeing a psychologist for some time now. What is causing your depression at your young age?

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I did the same thing for a long time until I realized that I needed to talk to someone who would understand HOW I was feeling and not just say things to make me feel good. A good counselor (psychologist) can quickly help you get back on the right track and most importantly, give you the tools necessary to be able to handle those down days in the future. Medications may not even be necessary, but if they are don't be afraid to take them and continue to do so even after you start to feel better about yourself. Life is so much more than staying in your room and feeling lousy. Take the step and find out (with your parents permission and help if they can't help with the talking) if some proper counseling will get you happily back on track and enjoying your life. Best wishes to you from someone who also knows how you are feeling and that life does get better if you look for it.

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@foxauthor

Did anyone reply to your question? I know that I saw a mention of depression somewhere here, but since I'm new here I don't have the answer either. I've dealt with depression for years as a result of a very rare neurological disease and was treated with medications, which I'm not almost off of thanks to seeing a psychologist for some time now. What is causing your depression at your young age?

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my parents dont know anything i dont know how to tell them

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