Could I have atypical depression (or any other type) or is it all just in my hea!
Question: Could I have atypical depression (or any other type) or is it all just in my head?
I've also had a lot of these issues for awhile (the judgement, feeling worthless, hopeless, I would sometimes contemplate suicide, etc.) but I wonder if the divorce has triggered it at all.
Thanks
Answers:
Stop diagnosing yourself. It sounds like clinical depression to me. What makes you think it's atypical? Are you functioning? Do you go to school? Are you able to socialize with others? If you answered yes it is not atypical. Get mental health treatment.
I wasn't trying to be rude. I work in psych and some of my clients have been in bed for years. They have severe atypical depression. They don't do anything else except go to meals and shower when staff tells them to.
Primary Therapist Mental Health (Master's Degree)
It sounds like you have been having a difficult time right now. Processing through a family divorce can be really difficult and bring up lots of uncertainty, and contemplating suicide is serious. Some of what you describe could be symptoms of Depression, but doctors can help you sort through these feelings and help recommend resources that should be helpful. They are used to talking to people about feelings like this, so you don't have to feel stupid! You could also talk to a school counselor, a therapist, pastor/priest, or even go to a hospital. Just talk to someone, so they can help you!
If you want to talk, you can also call the Boys Town National Hotline at 1-800-448-3000. You can also email or chat with a Counselor at the website www.YourLifeYourVoice.org. Take Care!
Counselor KP
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My parents went through a tough divorce too and it really gets to you, I dealt with it by listening to hard music and swearing at people a lot. But you get over it, and even though you carry some new baggage and bad habits, it works out to be alright. If you get too depressed just go see a professional, there's nothing to be embarrassed about simply being worried. Good luck.
experience