Signs of Depression

[The Lost Lover]

How do you know when you are depressed? What are the signs? If you are depressed will you please explain why you think so?

Here is my experience that happened today that has me thinking about being severally depressed:

My parents tell me that I'm severally depressed. That I have been ever since the incident that happened to me when I was 9. Today my sister said that she would rather trade her life to have mine because she thinks she has a hard life. I heard my mother tell her that she would never want my life because I've had a very hard life the hardest one that she knew anyone to have. After hearing that I have not been able to stop crying. Maybe they are right about me hiding my feelings and that I am severally depressed. I have also a history in my family of depression. Going through the woman side of the family.

I know that if you just start crying and you don't know why it's a sign to and I've been doing that alot lately when I'm alone. What are the other signs?

What should you do if you are depressed? What type of help should you look for?

[The Lost Lover]

deodaclan18 said:

well, I'm probably the best person you have to relate to depression.

Here's my story, and be grateful I'm sharing cause I don't like to share this stuff often:

I was a top student in hs. Made the top 5 the first three years out of over 500 students in my grade when it comes to gpa. Was in a numerous amount of clubs and was in every honors class/AP. I was looking to have a full ride with school, until something happened in my life, that I'm not going to mention.

After that, I lost all interest in school and everything in life. I slept all the time (first sign) and kept thinking of why I should even continue living (sign two). I never really cried though, I sort of shut myself in (another sign).

Anyways, after dropping out of hs, I got some help from a counseler, help from family, and got back on track. I worked my a## off for a year to get my status back and am now doing great in college. I'm happy again and blah blah.

They tried to stick me on anti-depressant pills during this, but it is not for everyone. It actually had a neagative effect on me.

My suggestion, find someone to talk to that can relate to your pains and can help guide you. A counseler being best. Friends and family aren't too reliable, they tend to judge way too much.

Anyways, that's my history. There was a lot more crap that happened, but I don't think it's neccassary for me to discuss that here, I gave my opinion. I hope it helps a little.

Alright then I already have all the signs. I normally sleep all the time, I shut myself off from everyone I just finally let Koga come into my life, I cry for nothing and I don't know why. I have dropped out of school.

I have tried many many times to kill myself just recently to. About 3 weeks ago a week before I got with Koga.

[darkenedstar]

Signs of Depression:

Loss of interest in things you loved/liked
Lack of energy
Suicidal thoughts or self-injury
Not sleeping/sleep all the time
Sad or upset all the time
Feel alone even when you're not
Cry for no reason at all

These are some of the most common signs. It sometimes varies from person to person, but it's usually pretty much the same.

Things that I do pretty much. I refuse to take an anti-depressent, though they keep asking.

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