I'm depressed and i don't know what to do. People just don't understand what I'm going through.

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I understand completly what you are going through. Be sure to recognize symptoms of advanced depression and age-related depression.

If you have thoughts about suicide or if it is effecting your daily life dramatically you must seek help.

Depression will not go away, there is a chemical balance.

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I've been there, and no, people don't get it. Good for you, getting the engery to get on the computer and interact! That is great.

Go out and meet people. Watch a movie that's not so depressing. Don't drink alcohol. Ask for help. See your doc. and get some med.

I have a pretty good idea. Find out whats causing it. Everybody is different. I get suicidal if I take Claritin D - an over the counter antihistamine. I'm perfectly fine without it.

I have also found that a jolt from an electric fence (there is a special circuit in the fence charger) will repolarize your neural pathways and make you normal for several days. It really works.
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NOTE: You will hear a lot of people talking about chemical imbalances and such. This is true. Drugs and even ordinary things (like pesticides) can cause these imabances (as Claritin did in me). BUT, the brain is ultimately an ELECTRICAL DEVICE and a safe electric shock from a fence charger WILL fix it, at least temporarily. I have done this and it works. Other people have done this and it works. To date, I have heard of no one who has actually done it that said it didn't work.

Okay you are depressed then you need to talk with someone if you like you can contact me. but you may need to see a doctor for meds. if this is something that is on going.

You should seek a counselor or spiritual counselor, they may be able to help you out.

Explain your situation as best as you can and hopefully someone will be able to assist you, if you let me know whats wrong I might be able to help, I have dealt with depression for most of my life. CN

IM me, im not offline, im hideing, ill talk to you about this. i hope i can help, dont do anything that may hurt your friends or family, or god.

find someone to talk to.goto the doctor..get some anti-depressant medicine.maybe goto a therapist..i know what you mean by people not understanding..its tough having depression..but you will get over it:)

I DO understand. I used to be extremely depressed. I would cry all the time for no reason. Eventually i just got over it.

Someone does and can help you, but you have to find them.

You should see both a therapist and a pshyciatist. I've been dealing with depression for eight years, and the people closest to me still don't understand it. It's something they never will.

No one will understand what you are going throug but its not the end of the world believe me. I have been hospitalized due to deppresion and once I got there I realized I wasnt that bad off. So I wish you the best of luck do all you can to get out of that rut and if you ever want to talk to me or ask me something your more than welcome to Richtorres_2000 IM..

I understand, People can be cruel and say "snap out of it" but you can't. You are not alone many feel this way. It is a chemical inballance that is makign you feel this way. Either over tiem it will work it self out or you may need to talk to someone..

I have this feeling especially around the winter, I feel like I have nothing to look foward to in life, nothing to get up for.

Baby I'm not going to talk or treat you like you are crazy. You should try eating ice cream, or talk to someone like a friend. If you need to you can talk to me my e-mail address is:gurllalex@yahoo.com contact me PLEASE!

I completely know what your going through! Trust me, I'm in Jr. High and this past year was a drag. Just pretend you don't care what others think of you and hangout with the friends you KNOW you can trust. :)
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One of the best things I found to do when I was depressed is to just breathe. I know that sounds stupid, but there was times that was hard to do.
Find something to concentrate on. The sky, the birds, a picture that has warm colors.
Try to keep in mind that somewhere in the world someone is looking for a person just like you.

stop looking for people to understand. i know. the best thing to do is start trying to help other people. this will get your mind off of yourself and you will be happy that you did something for others.

I understand completely!! I went through depression for 25 years before I finally got help. No matter what you may have heard, I used Prozac and it completely changed my life. You may have to try several medications before you receive relief, but there is hope and you can recover and enjoy life again. A good physician can help you find an antidepressant that will work for you if your problem is a brain chemical imbalance. Please seek professional help as soon as possible! If you have a family doctor or internist that you trust, he/she is a good place to start. Explain your feelings and ask them for a referral if they are not qualified to help you. I wish the best for you and a very speedy recovery.

Keep talking to people until you find one who is really willing to listen to you, not just offer advice. Try calling local Christian churches and asking if they have anyone trained to give counseling. They are usually really good listeners and it doesn't cost you anything. Also, spend time out in the sunlight each day. Get up really early and go for a walk. Take deep breaths. Start a journal. Sometimes it helps to write down your feelings. It's also helpful if you have trouble talking to others about how you feel. If necessary you can show them your journal.

if you are depressed, dont see a doctor because all they will do is put you on meds. The doctors and drug companies all just want your money. I suggest you go the natural way by maybe walking or doing some kind of exercise, or taking natural herbs or amino acid's.

this might help

http://www.newhope.com/nutritionsciencenews/NSN_backs/feb_99/depression.cfm?path=ex

http://www.depressionremedy.com/herbal_and_natural_remedies.php

hope this helps

My philosophy is the best way to handle depression is to solve the problem that is bothering you. But you can not do it alone. Believe me when I say someone understands. I think It is I corinthians the 10th chapter somewhere around verse 12 or 13. There is no temptation common to man but God is faithful that he will not tempt you more than you are able to bear but through that temptation he will make a way of escape.We may not understand why we go through things but if you do not give up you can beat anything. Seek counseling and pray. If you do not know what to say, just say what is on your mind. You may find out that you won't need medication.

Hi there. You have only just begun what we hash out everyday. You are next so relax. Many of us have been there and we are okay now. If it is real bad go on meds for a while then let's talk or if you are strong talk now. Message all of us and see if we care?

I know what you mean. I am a manic depressive w/suicidal tendencies.I have been like this for about 20 yrs. The only thing I can tellyou is seek professinal help. Some mental health clinics have free services.use them. I attened one 5 days a week 8 hrs a day for 31/2 yrs. IT helped me stay alive it was not easy, I had my bad days but with their help and the love of God I made it. it is a day by day with me now .

It would help if you would elaborate more on exactly why you're depressed.

I know what it's like to be depressed. Just be certain that if you're really, really depressed, you seek help. A school counselor, a family member you're particularly close to, a close friend, just seek help if you're that depressed.

I went through a really deep depression through a better part of last year, but I eventually pulled myself out of it without much help. Thankfully, I had some caring e-mail pen pals who were kind enough to lend a listening ear. Exercising helped a lot, too.

I have been there and it was a horrible time for me and I found it extremely hard to find people who truly understood what was going on.

The best thing I did was seek help, from professionals, books, friends, family. I was seeing a therapist at the time and was referred to a psychiatrist who I worked with and took anti-depressant and anti-anxiety medicine. Slowly, day by day, I got better. It helps to have someone to talk to, to just be there when you cry and to just listen. There were days when I could not go on and one thing that helped me get through each day was going through the motions, even when it took every ounce of my energy to do so. I had the support of my husband who battles cyclical depression and he helped me get through the roughest of spots. If you don't have someone to turn to, seek out resources in your area that can help.

Despite what certain celebrities say about medication, I know they helped me and they help my husband every day. They may not be for anyone, but it is important no matter what to seek help.

~~Y ou are correct, i don't know what you are going through, but i'm a good listener, and maybe if you tell me about it maybe i could understand. I've been through a lot in my lifetime also, and have worked as a counselor. I'm not here to judge you, or put you down, IM me if you want a sholder to cry on or just someone to talk to. I'm not on here every day, but if you leave me a message when i come on i'll get back to you. i have a heart for hurting people and if there is anything i can do to help you out, let me know. click on my avatar and IM me. ~~

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