Does anyone here suffer from atypical depression?
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I dont recall if you mentioned your age, but mine started as my hormone levels changed in my 30's.  It was not everyday, but most days, and usually when I was finished for the day, and had time to relax.  Ended up on Lexapro... then switched to Wellbutrin.  (gained weight on lex)\n\nbest thing I ever did.  \nAsk your therapist to recommend a Psychiatrist.
907019
This is not going to make me popular but I feel that while there are people that are genuinely depressed and rightly diagnosed, a lot of people are quick to categorize themselves as depressed.  (goes hand in hand with this 'I'm a victim' mood that is prevelant in the west.) And some doctors are more than happy to go with it and prescribe medication.  Ups and down are part of life.  I think to many people here are always looking for the magic bullet - a pill that makes the problem go away rather than looking inward and dealing with it in a way that is not instant or easy.
982591
i personally do. i suffer from depression (pretty extreme at times, along with self harm) and some ocd tendencies, and i feel guilty alot. I feel like i'm a burden on my family and friends. I believe that that is a problem among those with mental problems. That's why lots of commercial say "Depression is not your fault" or "you are not a bad mother if you suffer from post partum depression" and stuff like that. People with a mental illness are naturally already in a very vunerable position, and if others around them don't except thier illness in the best of ways that can exacerbate the situation. Such as depression, they are naturally already hypersensitive to any sort of criticism, which can make them hard to deal with and lead others to be more critical of them, and is really  just a viscious cycle. So, i personally feel guilty and i believe that alot of people feel guilty about thier mental illness's, whether it be because of the disease itself (one of the symptoms being guilt, such as ocd and depression) or just seeing the stress they put on others and feeling guilty about that.
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Talk to your chaplain. Your conversations with him are confidential. He will probably recommend that you speak to a doctor, becuase it really does sound like you are severely depressed. It's not something to be embarassed about. It is a medical condition, and it can be treated.\n\nMy husband just got out of the Marines a few months ago. We went through a lot of deployments and it was really hard on both of us. I was severely depressed and it only made things worse for both of us. I got on medication, and it has helped TREMENDOUSLY. \n\nTake Care
693454
You're not alone at all. There's lots of people who feel exactly the same way you do. I've destroyed my life countless times and been in the hospital a few times as well. I've been on loads of different meds as well and am now hopefully on the right ones.
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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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Many people feel this way.  First you might try to find out what is depressing you?  (Harder than it sounds)  Why aren't you happy?  I happen to be a person that loves change, and when I'm not getting change (at least every once in a while), I get very unhappy and depressed.  Medications don't always help...I tried them once...didn't work!  It's good that you have a boyfriend who is supportive...that's very important.  Having someone there to support you is something a lot of depressed people don't have.  If you'd like to talk details, feel free to contact me; I'd be happy to help with anything I can.
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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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Well, a coworker suggested that I might be falling into a light state of depression. When I asked her why she said that. She said it is because she has noticed that I don't "fix up" anymore and I hardly ever smile anymore. She said she could tell that I don't care to be around people like I use to. When I thought about the things she was saying, I realized that she was right. I have been hurt and very disappointed within the past year or so. And now, I found myself at the point where I think negatively almost all the time. It's like I really don't have the energy or the drive to do anything besides go to work (and some mornings, I literally have to force myself to get dressed to go to work). I've just been down in the dumps. Do any of your symptoms sound like mine. No, I haven't been to a doctor and got his diagnosis, but I am pretty sure that it is depression. I seem to cry a whole lot and get bothered very easily. I am hoping that this thing will pass on its on without me having to seek any professional help. Maybe we could keep in touch and try to encourage each other through this. If you need to talk to someone, don't hesitate to contact me: clearlovepink@yahoo.com.
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I am diabetic and just got diagnosed with  depression, I believe that there is a connection. I feel drained and frustrated with my diabetes on a regular basis. I also read that people who get diagnosed with diabetes have a great chance of becoming depressed becuase of the life style. I admit, it is sad thinking that I live out of a needle and vile of insulin, that i can't eat ice cream when I want, that I can't sleep or eat when I want to I need to be consistant, it becomes very upsetting!
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I suffer from depression a lot of the time because I'm 18, married, with a 4 month old, and time get very hard. My husband and I struggle to become one with each other but he drinks and it sometimes gets hard to get close especially intimately. But I pray and try to keep my mouth closed about some of the things I don't like him doing in hopes he will recognize them on his own.
625959
No its not you should have your peace of mind and be happy talk to someone about this its not normal to be in depression but i know alot of people are and they dont even know about this.
651959
No one admits to it - depression is still considered a sign of weakness. It's unfortunate. I take antidepressants but I'm not a celebrity. :)
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First of all, talk to a psychiatrist.  It's entirely possible that what you are feeling has nothing to do with your career, but rather, with tiny chemical imbalances in your brain that can be corrected with medication (in most cases, treatment takes several weeks, and you may or may not need it ever again).  It doesn't mean you are "crazy"; about 8% of people encounter major depression at least once in their lifetime.  \n\nWhen that is out of the way, find a career advisor in your area and explore your options.
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I used to, but not now. I used to be really depressed, but that was because I was living with people that didn't treat me well. now, I'm happy most of the time.
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I am.\nI have tried many things, but life daily life seems to interupt, though I am losing it slowly but surely.\nYes, it does effect my daily life, I wish I could have more energy for my kids and hubby
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I have bipolar affective disorder. I actually hate it if i feel I'm getting special treatment from family and coworkers. But i guess there are some who would try and use it to there advantage.