Kinda confused and sad.

[rust5tyle]

I'm just looking for some advice (not pity ), so please just bear with me. My family has a history of depressive disorders, and I fear I may be one of the lucky recipiants. I match many of the symptoms almost exactly, (I know that some are fairly broad, but I don't think I was ever like this before) and I feel like I'm treating people differently and handling situations incorrectly because of it. My problem is that I'm embarrased to admit that it is true, and I feel like people would think I'm crazy. I also have an idea in my head that having to use medications would mean that I'm too weak to take care of it myself. I just don't really know what to do, but at the same time I really do know what to do.. Any advice?

 

[TheCorm]

It's a difficult one really...I have felt the same in the past even when life was going well, you just have to try and work through it....I think medication is only an answer in real extreme situations....maybe you need to get away for a few days. One of my mates was really despressed a few months back, he then decided to come with us for a week in Majorca and he really enjoyed it and seems much much happier now.

Maybe you need to have a think about things that you want in life....maybe if you have a bit of spare cash, treat yourself to something....perhaps try and take up a new hobby or two or spend some time on a current hobby to take your mind off things and use up your time more productively.

 

[Luden]

I would seek professional help, you might as well figure out if you suffer from adepressive disorders for sure rather then be in doubt.. And then your doctor can provide solutions from there

Luden.

 

[nan0bug]

Originally posted by: rust5tyle
I'm just looking for some advice (not pity ), so please just bear with me. My family has a history of depressive disorders, and I fear I may be one of the lucky recipiants. I match many of the symptoms almost exactly, (I know that some are fairly broad, but I don't think I was ever like this before) and I feel like I'm treating people differently and handling situations incorrectly because of it. My problem is that I'm embarrased to admit that it is true, and I feel like people would think I'm crazy. I also have an idea in my head that having to use medications would mean that I'm too weak to take care of it myself. I just don't really know what to do, but at the same time I really do know what to do.. Any advice?

I think the suggestion of a vacation is a good one, but if it continues, seek medical help. A lot of people don't have to be on meds for long, just until they restore the chemical imbalance that's going on inside their heads. You're not weak, or anything like that. In fact, it takes a strong willed person to recognize the problem and do something about it instead of living in denial of it.

Good luck in whatever you choose

 

[Mrburns2007]

Some of the newer anti-depressants are very effective but take up to 8 weeks to work. Depression is a medical condition and you need to take action or you won't get any better and could get a lot worse.