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hi
i think i might have mild depression.
i have bn reading about it on the web and most of the symptons match up to wat im feeling so does this mean im depressed?
i just feel so lonely n isolated in my own little world and i cut my self sum times.. not so it bleeds though just enuf to make the pain disapear.
can some one please tell me wat to do because i dont want any one to know, especially my family because i dont exactly get on with them. my friends wont help either..
sorry its long.. i rate 5's
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Hi,
It seems like you may be right. For one you were curious enough to read about it and see if you matched. This indicates something in itself. The way you have described yourself to feel also indicates this.
There are a number of things you can do:
You can seek out a counseller to talk through how you are feeling- is there one at school that is free? It may help to talk about your feelings to someone disconected from the situation and will prevent things from building up inside.
You can talk to an adult or someone you trust- mostly for the same reasons but you can get their input and opinion too.
You can talk to friends or family (I know you didn't want to do this but it is an option all the same). Sometimes you don't think they'll be much help but when it comes down to it family, especially, really care and will want to support and help you. If you are desperate and need help maybe write a letter to explain?
There are various phonelines. You'd have to search for these I'm afraid since I don't know any offhand and also don't know where you live (UK or US).
You can talk to a doctor- they may offer input and give you more options and refer you to a therapist who can help you get through this.
You can go to a chemist and ask for a herbal remady- this may help. Snt John's Wart is an option. It's for mild to moderate depression and is simply herbal so it can be brought without perscription. Research it for more information.
You can read a self help book (many are overrated but it still could be an idea).
A diary may help with your feelings to vent too.
You said that your family and friends wouldn't help as you don't get on with them well- do you think this could be part of the problem?
Maybe you need a new outlet- what about a drama, sport, writing, art, etc club to meet new people and also get you doing something you enjoy?
About cutting there's a suggestion about using an elastic band to twang on your wrist as opposed to cutting as it gives the pain without the scars- maybe this is an option for you?
I hope some of this helps. All the best xxxxxx
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Ok. First step is to stop cutting. Because like other peole have said, you get "addicted" and it gets worse, like cutting to the point where it hurts but doesn't bleed it's going to be enough, and you'll sneak some razors, and you'll slowly start doing worse and worse cuts in larger quantities, and then you'll start burning your self, and it just get wose and worse. I've been down this road before, get out while you still can!!! and talk to your parents or other trusted adult about your feelings, or if you can't bring yourself to do that, try channeling all your inner torment into something more constructive, like writing or art or sports or music.
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It seems like you may have a mild case of depression. Try just looking up and focusing on the good/bright side of things. Don't take little things that go wrong in your day to heart. You can always talk to me. My s/n is xobubblegum25xo. If this continues, I would suggest informing/consulting your doctor immediately. I hope you get better !! <3 hope i helped!
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Pain dissapear? You mean, cutting yourself doesnt hurt? Hmm, maybe thats why all the depressed retards cut themselves.
Actually, you're just wanting attention. Get over it. You have friends. YOu're also just a teen. Kill yourself when you're older and your life sucks. I promise you'll change your mind.
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Hey. I've been there. I use to cut really bad. You need to stop NOW. Dumb as it sounds you get "addicted" to it. Find another outlet for your depression. Also, depression isn't something you should let you get you down. I've been battling with it for months now. I've had no help except from my BF. You don't need meds, or shrinks to help you with this. you need to talk to yourself. find out why you feel this way. if you dont know why (as i didnt) find something that makes you happy! try keeping an online journal(www.livejournal.com) or a written one. It isn't something to be ashamed of. a lot of kids have most syptoms of depression, its just all in how you deal with it.
(if you want to talk more just IM me on horsesare666es)
and dont let the dumb people on here get you down. cutting is more common than u think(but that doesnt make it okay)
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The first thing about this that I stress all the tiem is - stop cutting.... it hurts you not only physically but also, wanna believe it or not, mentally. But do whatever else you can to get your mind off this world: listen to music, get sucked into a tv show, go on the net and talk to some ppl. Sometimes your best friends can come from the internet. But also, don't let it get to you when you read about depression like "oh, i do this and this and i must be depressed." Sometimes reading about it can amplify the true feelings... I just got out of a long depression period but you have to know that in time, everything will smooth out and time will go on. You just gotta keep pushin.... As i like to say, Only look at the light ahead b/c only darkness lies behind you. Keep pushin and you WILL get to the other side of this valley.
Hope I Helped,
~Cory~
P.S. When/if you make some/a good friend(s) on the net, share your feelings with them.... who knows, they might have a similar story in their past and ya'll could feed off the energy from each other.
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well you cant cure depression unless you talk to someone...dont cut your self please?? its the worst thing you can do..your going to start cutting deeper and deeper if you keep doing it and dont do something about your depression... you can go to the counciler at school and he/she will keep everything confidential..they wont tell your parents if you tell them not to...just go to the counciler!! but if you dont want to DONT CUT!! its baadd... sorry i didnt really help...
michelle♥
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i think you're a dumbass. don't cut yourself, how does that make pain disapear? it makes more pain, idiot. if you want to feel something other than "loneliness and isolation" masturbate or go get laid or smoke some weed. then realize you're being retarded and get involved in something positive.
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Well I sortof had the same problem and am going through it a little right now- I dont cut myself but I am getting over depression. I started to see a therapist and because I dont have a job she waved the fee because I have no source of income. I would try to talk to someone that u trust-or find a therapist that could help you. Why do you think you are depressed?? I was depressed because since I was little ive had to be the role of "mom" and daughter for my father, and now I dont know how to get over it... I dont get along with most of my family either so i try to write in a notebook and let everything out. That might help you but id like to know whats bothering you- email me or IM me @ babycakes9357 on Aim and babycakes9357@yahoo.com is my email I want to help so let me know if i can. You can talk to me.. hope to hear from u soon
Sam
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