Teen depression?!
Question: I write this because im sick of feeling this way. every day i wake up and it feels like a schedualed event my days are all the same. I always feel depressed. I always feel as if im missing out on something even if i know im not. Its not normal though becasue i have a great life, great family, lots of friends, an all star in basketball on top of it i have been talking to this amazing girl. although Despite all of that i dont have any self confidence and im not very upbeat and or cheerful and i still feel alone. Can anybody suggest y or wat i should do.
Answers: I write this because im sick of feeling this way. every day i wake up and it feels like a schedualed event my days are all the same. I always feel depressed. I always feel as if im missing out on something even if i know im not. Its not normal though becasue i have a great life, great family, lots of friends, an all star in basketball on top of it i have been talking to this amazing girl. although Despite all of that i dont have any self confidence and im not very upbeat and or cheerful and i still feel alone. Can anybody suggest y or wat i should do.
Hi--being a depression & (anxiety) sufferer myself, I know where you are coming from, though I am not in your shoes. As much as you probably (though I am not mind rieading or putting words in your mouth) don't want to hear this, you need to. I think you really need to seek some help by a professional. Either a Psychiatrist or Psychologist for some treatment. That has helped me wonders!!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.
I wish you the absolute best! Take Care, Good Luck, & Happy New Year! ; )
Not to try and substitute good mental health advice from the pros, but I always feel that you have to leave the comfort of your surroundings, get out and really see how good you have it. Try just once and work with the soup kitchens or homeless or other people of misfortune for a bit. I have every reason to believe you'll see life a lot different and solve some of your problems.
I would see a doctor ASAP and get depression meds from them. It would help a lot.
Well, I can certainly agree that the life of a teen has lots of stress.
A lot of it has to do with acceptance and peer approval. School
work is harder that it ever has been. That with extra time practicing and playing basketball can really fill your time.
Very few teens have self confidence and many, many adults feel alone.
Although its difficult to do, the answer is to do something to help someone else. Volunteer, tutor younger kids, help out at the animal clinic, anything to get out of yourself.
The secret is finding that that little bit of time really boosts your cofidence and ego. The fact that you did something that wasn't selfish, that someone really appreciated is a great feeling.
Try it. I have a goal to do something for someone every day.
It makes me feel great.
Well, I'm afraid I don't exactly have an answer to your question, but I can tell you I felt the same way too when I was 15-17 and it did go away. I think the reason the depression went away for me was because I moved out when I was 18 and have been working my butt off to support myself. I'm not saying that's the answer for everyone, but for me high school was depressing and now that I'm out living life and buying my own groceries life is an adventure. It is very difficult and stressful for sure, but I no longer feel depressed or that I'm missing out on things like you mentioned. Now I just appreciate every moment I can relax.. like right now :p. Good luck and enjoy your life!
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