Do i have depression?
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i am suffering from depression. i feel happy when i am occupied but it having the energy to get and do it in the first place. i dont always look on life as a downer just it feels some days hard to cope with. i feel i need alot more hours in my day as there is so much to do but yet i seem to get nothing done.\non a really bad i just hide away under a cover and dont speak as i just dont know why i am feeling so lonely and scared.\ni hope this has helped you to understand depression a little more and dont forget there is help and there if you need it. you should see your doctor they have heard it all before and wont laugh at you. they are there to listen and give you the right help you need.
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If you have a history of depression, you may want to consult your doctor, but if you're just having a down day, get in your comfiest pj's, grab a nice blankey and a box of kleenex, and cry it out honey!\nFeel better! =D
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That is a VERY strong sign of depression.  Talk to your doctor right away about getting on meds before it gets worse.  It could be hormonal or stress or any number of things.  Only a professional can properly give you the assessment you need.
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Depression is more than just the normal, temporary feelings of sadness and hopelessness associated with difficult life events. The symptoms of depression are often subtle at first. It can be hard to recognize that symptoms may be connected and that you might have depression. Common symptoms include:\n\nDepressed mood.\nInability to enjoy activities.\nProblems concentrating.\nChanges in eating habits or appetite.\nWeight gain or weight loss.\nChanges in sleeping habits.\nDifficulty going to work or taking care of your daily responsibilities because of a lack of energy.\nFeelings of guilt and hopelessness; wondering if life is worth living (common).\nSlowed thoughts and speech.\nPreoccupation with thoughts of death or suicide.\nComplaints that have no physical cause (somatic complaints) such as headache and stomachache.\n\nAll of these symptoms can interfere with your quality of life. Even if you don't have major depression, if you have experienced a few of these symptoms for at least 2 weeks you may have a less severe form of depression that still requires treatment.
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Depression is more than just the normal, temporary feelings of sadness and hopelessness associated with difficult life events. The symptoms of depression are often subtle at first. It can be hard to recognize that symptoms may be connected and that you might have depression. Common symptoms include:\n\nDepressed mood. \nInability to enjoy activities. \nProblems concentrating. \nChanges in eating habits or appetite. \nWeight gain or weight loss. \nChanges in sleeping habits. \nDifficulty going to work or taking care of your daily responsibilities because of a lack of energy. \nFeelings of guilt and hopelessness; wondering if life is worth living (common). \nSlowed thoughts and speech. \nPreoccupation with thoughts of death or suicide. \nComplaints that have no physical cause (somatic complaints) such as headache and stomachache. \nAll of these symptoms can interfere with your quality of life. Even if you don't have major depression, if you have experienced a few of these symptoms for at least 2 weeks you may have a less severe form of depression that still requires treatment.\n\nHow is it treated?\n\nDepression is usually treated successfully with professional counseling, antidepressant medication, or a combination of the two. Often a combination of the two is most effective. People with depression usually can be treated as outpatients, but in severe cases a period of hospitalization may be necessary.\n\nIf you have mild or moderate depression, you may be diagnosed and treated by your family health professional and a therapist or psychologist. If you have severe depression or other psychological disorders or do not respond to treatment, a psychiatrist, a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems, may be helpful.\n\nLet your health professional know if you suspect that you have depression, because it is often overlooked. If you are diagnosed with depression, you and your health professional can decide on the best treatment. The earlier you are treated, the more quickly you will recover. 1
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sounds a lil like anxiety and depression combined together. see a doc to get something 4 it.
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I know this can't help you much, but you can try this online depression test, just to see how would your results look like.\n\nhttp://www.lessons4living.com/depression_test2.htm\n\nPeople arent always aware that they might be depressed. Denying things isn't good, people should confront their problems and try to solve them.\nIts not always easy, but with right help and support, things can get better.\nI was wondering myself what are the symptoms of depression and they vary from person to person and depend very much on persons entire life ans circumstances.
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Everyone tells you to talk to a doctor or take pills. My advise to you is to figure out if something in your life is making you feel depressed, (your job, family, your outlook on life) Another thing to check is if you are on any medication that could be making you feel this way. A lot of Meds can have this effect on you, check out the side effects that it has.....Whether or not you know what is causing your depression or if you are on any medications....activity of some sort or exercise always works for me!! Do something active once a day, you can take a walk for a half hour or more.....run, swim, bicycle, think of it as "your time to get away"...keep doing it for a few weeks and see how you feel. If your spirits aren't up it may be time to really check into it. Good luck and keep your chin up!!!
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yes those can be symptoms but psychiatrists take a lot of different things as symptoms of depression (often they are right sometimes they are wrong)\npeople love to self diagnose but depersonalization is a valid possibility, talk to your shrink about it and if you don't feel like you are get results then find another doctor
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no.  there are brain scans about levels of seratonin which is a nurotransmitter which they think is related to depression, but since the brain is so complex, there are many factors and variables.  if you feel depressed, you should try talking to a therapist.
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Okay, not so sure what you're asking.  But feeling "sad" is a lot different from "depressed." You're definitely depressed, because you feel sad ALL THE TIME.  Sleeping a lot is another definite sign of clinical depression.  You need to get some help, it is not your fault, you aren't being selfish, it's just a chemical imbalance or something in your brain that meds can fix.
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you need to see a psychiatrist  and very soon you may be suffering from clinical depression and need to evaluated\nonly a Doctor can tell you don't wait if that turns out to be the problem its probably only going to need meds( not so bad) but do find out please
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Nobody here can diagnose you. There are so many things! You could have an underlying medical condition, depression, premenstrual, numerous conditions! Sometimes its as easy as working out and going outside for nature hikes (both of these  help with depression).
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You should DEFINATLEY go to a psychologist/psychiatris. They are very good at dealing with these things. You should go to your physician too because depression can be something chemical in your brain...and there is medication for that. So just do this as soon as you can and I hope you feel better about yourself and your life!
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That is the classic sign of depression.  If you'd like to talk my email is in my profile.  If you think it is really serious, you should seek some "talk therapy".  Consult your regular physician.
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You need to sit down and make a list of all the feelings and emotions that you are having and what you think is bringing them on. Then take your list go over it with your parents a friend a doctor councilor. Depression can be an illness. Some times it is simply having the blues. But it is a good idea for you to seek the help of someone you TRUST then it is to go on untreated or noticed.  \nThis is a great website. One that I send a lot of my female clients to that are your age. Has a lot of good info and resources\nhttp://www.girlshealth.gov/\nJust remember that you are loved and cared for by so many.
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You're probably fine. I've gone through this before and it passed after a couple of weeks. Go find something fun to do. \nAnd it's not depression, everyone wants you to believe you're depressed.