After coming to US why i am so depressed?
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I'll go with the former... unless the weather is extremely cold for your comfort. But had you had friends out there to keep you warm, the cold weather wouldn't have been as much of a bother.
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All these are intertwined, Its good that you have discussed to someone but more importantly , like most people have mentioned here; you need to seek professional help and also disclose this feeling to your near and dear one provided you trust them as many a times it can make matters worse. It is not unusual to feel down in dumps, depressed and anxious at times, most people do some of the times, but suicidal feeling are rare and indication that things have gone far enough. I would suggest you to seek professional help asap and make your feelings and thoughts aware to your near and dear ones, your colleagues or neighbours but go and see your GP today
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I hope by go you mean to seek help. When we are deep in depression it is difficult to see things clearly or to be able to see far ahead. What you need to do is call 911 and tell them you need help. You need to take a break and go to a hospital where you can get the treatment you need. I urge you to please make the call.
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it soulds like you honestly are depressed.you should see a doctor.being depressed is a chemical inbalence in your brain .dont feel bad about being depressed but seek help insted
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i think Ur facing some kind of depression (not major one).\nu need someone who understand Ur feeling well, mature enough to deal with.\nur wants r normal, but u can't go for it, cauz u develop some complex in urself.\ncome from it, u r young, no one can please everybody, so don't care much for those who don't care for u.\n\nlife is short, live its every second\nGOD bless u
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Hello there! I am sorry to hear you are feeling so down. People are so quick to say someone has depression. You say that you act like you are the happiest person on earth, but you aren't happy on the inside. You just have to believe that you do deserve happiness! I believe that you just have low self-esteem and self worth. 17 is a hard age! Believe me...looking back I felt the same way and wondered what the heck was wrong with myself. Just the pressures nowadays that are being put on young people is enough to make someone want to give up! I know to be happy is easier said than done sometimes, and it is a lot of work sometimes. Once you start believing in yourself it will get more simple. Life is too short not to have fun--experience life. I am not saying go out there and do foolish things, but enjoy the silly stuff. I am an adult and I still like to go to toy stores and play with the puppets! Because it makes me happy. I am not here to make anyone happy but myself. It sounds selfish, but before we can help others, we have to help ourselves. Just the fact that you asked the question on here shows that you are ready and willing to make a change for yourself. I have done a lot of "stupid" things in my life, but I have learned that loved ones are there for you no matter what you do. If people really love you, they are there for you no matter what! You can make little changes in your life. Use positive affirmation..when you start to feel those thoughts of hopelessness creep in--say to yourself that you are not listening anymore. If you are still feeling beyond hopelessness, there are many people you can go to to talk about it. It is not a sign of weakness to ask for some help and guidance. It is you standing up and saying you are sick of being that way and taking control of your life. I wish you luck and hope that I helped a little! Take care!
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I'm not a psychologist, but I am a social worker. You do sound like you may have some depression and/or anxiety issues. The good thing is that you have already started the road to recovery by reaching out for help. Both depression and anxiety are very curable. I have had both of these, and counseling really helped me. \n\nPlease know that when you are feeling like this is part of being down, and that things can get better. Your fears of not being good enough are very common to people who are depressed and people in general! I don't think there are many people who have not privately felt that they are not "good enough".  Self confidence can be learned. In the meantime, be gentle to yourself - you deserve it. \n\nYou sound like you could benefit from going to counseling. There are many ways to do this. You can get a referral from a community information center or 211 if there is a 211 line in your area. If you do not have benefits at work, there are some non-profit agencies if money is an issue. Some faith communities have trained counselors as well.  If you have a good relationship with your family doctor, you could also talk to them about this and see if they have some referrals. I benefitted a lot from a book called Feeling Good by David Burns which should be in most major bookstores and libraries. Of course, there are many books that you might find helpful. Best of luck to you!
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Why are you so upset? Your situation is really vauge. I suppose if there is nothing really wrong, then you might be suffering from depression. Other than that, I don't know what else to say. Wish I could help you out more. Best of luck.
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what do you do as a job? i found that i had to change my attitude in a lot of different areas of my life. i don't know exactly what i'd suggest for you since i'm not sure what type of work you do. are you religious at all? that is something i got away from and i found myself sinking deeper and deeper into anger and despair. have you talked to your doctor about it? i have had to stay on an antidepressant. my family has a history of depression. sometimes we just have chemicals in our brains that are out of whack. it is hard to deal with life if your brain isn't working properly. i have made myself always look on the bright side. i dont' know you, but as a starter, you can be happy that you have a roof over your head and at least some type of employment. i honestly know how you feel. please don't consider killing yourself. i don't know how many times i made passive/aggressive attempts to harm myself. i was wreckless and i did not care at all. it's an awful feeling. i really suggest you talk to a doctor. psychological sickness is the same as physical sickness. some people do not understand that. there are methods to heal yourself. please talk to someone. i'll say a prayer for you.
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perhaps admitting you have a problem and calling your doctor. Sometimes you cant help but feel depressed and have anxiaty (?) It may be a chemical imbalace. Might not have anything to do with you directly.
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I "expirienced" depression reading your question.
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first you need to seek medical attention asap and tell them what is going on and you may can benefit proper medication accompanied with therapy.the problem may be caused from a chemical imbalance in the brain or from what is going on your life causing you to feel this way. i to suffered from depression and went to see a doctor and found out i suffered from anxiety and panic attacks and medication and therapy has saved my life. i will prey for you. if you really want help please feel free to email me at myloveakcs@yahoo.com i know you don't feel like you have anybody to talk to but you do. please go see your family doctor. if money or no insurance is a problem you can call the united way they should be able to guide you in the right direction.
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Because you desperately need to share...I'll volunteer to take some of your sadness away...\n\nI think most of us are trying to tell you that we wish we did have your problems. If all your money is making you so unhappy try unloading some of it on places like Louisiana or Mississippi or anyplace that has hungry people...How about taking care of the Malaria situation in any of these third world countries..no body can give you an instant answer for happiness..you have to do something about it yourself.
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To be honest, all that behavior is very common in people who are clinically depressed.\n\nIt is very hard to get back on track, I know because I have struggled with this in the past as well.  If you try your best to make a conscious effort to get up, go to class, study, eat properly, and exercise everyday and you still count, you may want to consider getting an evaluation through your university or at an outside health professional.  \n\nIf you are positive that this is not it, I would strongly suggest seeing your general physician for some blood work to be done to see what is making you feel so sluggish.
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Yep!  It sounds like depression if it goes on and on and it brings alot of good caring people down this world is a sad place right now.  Things do get better and if you still feel out of it after a long while I would talk with your doctor.Hope you feel better real soon!!
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Get out and make friend. Maybe you are depressed and need to see a doctor. What has changed in your life to make you feel this way?
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baby girl. you are depressed. you need help.\n\nyou are a GOOD girl. you are a GOOD person.\n\nyou need your parents, family, friends -- to show you care and love you.\n\nyou need a psychologist.\n\nbut remember you are an AMAZING person. you are SWEET, you are GOOD.\n\nyour self-esteem needs uplifting through love and care of ....whoever you can get ---\n\nparents, friends, family, psychologist etc