Am I suffering from depression?
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awww.... thats reely sad and i have suffered from the same thing!! try listening to happy music and instead of listening to depressing stuff music has a big part in depression and  not talking about it compleatly to any one and shutting your self out ,wright  how you feel or what your thinking about and it'l just get your mind off it... it works pretty good and try going to see a counceler.. even though they might not be able to know whats wrong right away you just need to talk about it to someone no matter what ,cause if you keep it all botled up inside your never gonna be able to talk or trust any one anymore.. and with you r mom she's probably just worried about yoyu i know it may seem like she's yelling and thinking your sooo dum but she's just confused on how and why you feel this way..\n and it's okay to cry .. the only thing is that if you cry too much the littlest bad news will just be like the end of the world.and dont think about it soo much just relax and pray to God to give you peace in your mind and soul.\n and ask your doctor about taking some antidepresents and then see how you feel after a while..\n\n   but you need to talk about it with someone it's not healthy phisically and mentaly. your not alone i feel the same way al ot of the time and i'm on some meds and if you want some one to talk to you can talk to me.. even though you dont know me it's just good to talk about it with some one .and parents they wont understand compleatly but they just want you to be okay so wright a letter to you r mom telling how you feel and stuff..
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Baby, if you ain't depressed, you're missing an awful good chance to be! You may have more than depression. Depression can be a symptom of another problem, anything from mental and emotional troubles to the physical. Insured or not, I strongly advise you to get a checkup at the local clinic (they usually have sliding fee, and sometimes can help for free). There is a questionairre they all have which will only take a few minutes to do, and they can refer you to a professional counselor if the meds don't help. (Alot of times it is just a chemical imbalance.) There is no shame in having a mental or emotional disease, only a shame if one doesn't get help for it!
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Registered Nurse Here; Well hun, I think most of us feel this way from time to time, however when this starts out numbering the good days.  It would benefit you greatly to see a Physician, your family doctor, he or she, may decide with you to try a medication or they may suggest a psychiatrist.  Not sleeping well and crying spells are two classical symptoms of depression.  I know  your having a hard time, and there is no need for you to suffer to this degree in the era of medication and modern technology, you can be helped and assisted to feel better.  Please seek medical/mental attention,  there is MHMR, or a family practice doctor.  Both of these can put you on the road to recovery.  Thank you for the opportunity to address such a sensitive question.  Please seek some help.
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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.
949246
hormonal perhaps? You may need eval for depression if its not just for a day or so yo have this feeling Make sure you have had proper sleep and exercise/outoor time.
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I believe that maybe it's possible that your problem isn't a foot problem so much as it is a spiritual problem?  Are you stressed?  If you are it appears that you have settled your depression into your foot.  The reason I say this is that I feel as though you are not going in the direction of life that you really want.  And you end up beating yourself for it.  That negative energy ended up in your foot.  For most people it goes into their hearts and that's why so many have heart problems.  Practice letting go of things and just allow the pain to be.  Don't hate the hate because hate only brings about more negative energy.\nMay you be blessed today!
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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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Please see a doctor, you sound like you have depression! I suffered from depression for a few years before seeking help. Getting treatment makes the difference between night and day! Nobody shoud live like that, and there is nothing to be ashamed about getting help for depression. Don't listen to the idiot Tom Cruise types who don't believe that depression is a real illness. The brain is a physical organ that sometimes needs medication too. You have my best wishes for getting the help you need.
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"Depression: Poor me, what a world, what a way to go, what's the point, I am a dark cloud. Periodically depression and gloom will raise its head; no life is without it and depression as a stage follows no course or order. A treatment plan, medication, support groups, verbal therapy may all help when one is in despair. To fight depression one also needs to be proactive. I'm not telling anyone to walk around with an insipid, plastered-on grin, but to work with mental health professionals and keep your depression at normal levels. Depression can be a sign of acceptance and the possible drive to seek out treatment programs for your own emotional health, so again look at this as a warning sign."\n\ni got this from a site... anyways, i think the paragraph above is an insightful answer already... anyways, i personally think that it would be better if you talk your problems out to someone like a psych. they can even prescribe u with anti-depresants.. think of your access to drugs! haha.. just kiddin'!.. good luck, pal!
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Go to your doctor. He (or she) can make sure that no physical problems are contributing to your feelings of depression. Then you can get a referral to a psychiatrist who can confirm the diagnosis of depression and work with you to develop a treatment plan. If you are still a minor, you will have to get your parents to help you with this. It's important to get help. You don't need to feel embarrassed because depression is really quite common and very treatable.
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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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I suffer with depression too. It helps if you see a psychiatrist and take a medication. Or if it is dysphoria or some other less severe type, I tried to occupy myself with other thoughts or even read a book, drink some tea or other relaxing things. I found it helps me to do some kind of physical activity when I start feeling down.
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according to the National Institute for Mental Health, symptoms of depression include: \n-an "empty" feeling, ongoing sadness and anxiety.\n-fatigue, lack of energy\n-sleep problems, including difficulty getting to sleep, sleeping too much, wakin  up too early\n-eating more or less than you do usually\n-crying too much or too often\n-aches and pains that don't go away when treated\n-a hard time focusing, remembering or making decisions\n-feeling hopeless, guilty, helpless, worthless\n-irritability\n-thoughts of suicide or death, attempting suicide\nDON'T IGNORE THESE WARNING SIGNS; SEEK HELP
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Very possible.  You need to re-connect with the people you care about.  Could be beyond just a feeling too...meaning that perhaps it actually depression and maybe you need to see a doctor for "help" or medication.  \n\nEither way, I would address it as quickly as possible.  It can really impact everything around you.
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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
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It sounds like depression probably caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain.  If the feeling persists for much longer or keeps coming and going, I would speak with a doctor and maybe they would perscribe you some kind of medication to help.
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Is there someone in your family you can talk to about how you're feeling? A close friend? If not, there are hot lines you can call where they have experts available to help you, and help you find solutions to your problems. When people talk about killing themselves, it's usually a cry for help. You need to seek out that help (you've already taken the first step.) There are experts with a lot of experience that can honestly help you deal with whatever pressures, difficulties, or depression is causing you to feel this way. A lot of people have felt exactly the same way you are feeling, and have gotten through it. You're definitely not alone, and happiness is not something that is unattainable, even though it may seem that way now. I wish I could offer you better advice. I certainly know how you feel.