I have extremely low self-esteem........?!

I have extremely low self-esteem........?

No matter how many times i tell myself to stop feeling this way,it just won't work after some time.I don't have the energy to tell myself everytime how wonderful or great i am.i can't do it.all my life i've had this problem and i want to get out of this...but i feel trapped.i think i might be depressed too.help!! what can I do? i'm so sick of this

3 weeks ago
I'm a student.it's affecting my studies as well.

Low self esteem often results when a patient is suffering from chronic depression. Not a whole lot is known (sort of like which came first the chicken or the egg) but most believe that the depression comes first. If you can, get some counseling from a professional and consider using one of the SSRI's (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor's) such as Prozac. If you are able to get your depression in check, you will then have the strength and motivation to work on your self esteem.