Help identifying depression...?!
Question: I can't tell if I have like long term depression and should try to get help or if it's just a temporary thing. I remember being depressed for a long time now though, at least a year or two. How do I know if I have a serious case of depression that I should try to get treated or if it's just a temporary thing or something? Also how are you supposed to get help for depression?
Answers: I can't tell if I have like long term depression and should try to get help or if it's just a temporary thing. I remember being depressed for a long time now though, at least a year or two. How do I know if I have a serious case of depression that I should try to get treated or if it's just a temporary thing or something? Also how are you supposed to get help for depression?
What is your definition of a "temporary thing". If you have been feeling like this for more that 2 weeks, I would suggest to see your doctor. They would refer you to a psychiatrist if they felt it was needed. A treatment plan would be determined by your doctor and yourself.
I would go see someone. You will most likely have to undergo an evaluation by a phychiatrist. This is not a big deal. Then the doctor and you will work on a plan for you. It may or may not include medication. If you are against this, let the doctor know. They will probably send you for counseling with a social worker as well.
If your feelings are getting in the way of your every day life, please go get help. You don't have to feel like this all the time.
If you've had these feelings for this long I'd recommend you speak to your doctor. Tell him/her your feelings and they should point you in the right direction. Depression is nothing to mess with on your own.....I know tried. I found that my pride was not going to make these disturbing feelings go away. Good luck and bless you.