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Depression .. help?
Okay, to start it off I'm 14 and I am a female.
I have had depression before, when I was in eigth grade, and during the end of that year it went away. Well now that I am in ninth grade, I am depressed again. I've got ADHD and I take Adderall for it. I have no self confidence, I am shy, and I'm not happy. I USE to be very confident and outgoing. Right now I am balling my eyes out, and I have no idea. I am very close with God and I've prayed about this a couple times and so has my family. I am balling my eyes out right now and I have no idea. Someone please help me, I can't stand being like this anymore.
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Hi, first can i ask, how can you be depressed at 14!!!!!!!!! Anyway am sorry, what you could do, is try coucelling and maybe talk to your parents or your close mates because you letting out your problems will help you take out your emothions and maybe help you!
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ADHD is a strange thing. It has its disadvantages, but it also helps you in some ways. The same hyperactivity that keeps you from getting your homework done can also make you a very outgoing and energetic kind of person. When the medication takes that away, you can find yourself in a slump.
I also take Adderall for ADD (I don't have the hyperactivity component) and one thing I've observed about it is that it tends to make me irritable and short-tempered when it begins to wear off. It seems reasonable that this sort of thing could also worsen symptoms of depression. You might consider asking your doctor if you could try a different drug; there are other options besides Adderall.
I'd say your first stop should be your doctor. Tell him how you've been feeling depressed and ask whether that could be because of your medication. He may recommend changing the dosage or trying a different pill. Of course, the depression may not have anything to do with your meds or your ADHD; in any event, your doctor is still a good resource to try to find the root of the problem.
One thing I've experienced is that depression feeds on itself; left alone, it gets worse. Sometimes you can temporarily break the cycle by engaging in a new and absorbing activity. In other words, join a new club or start a new hobby. This isn't likely to be a cure in and of itself, but it can pick you up long enough for you to recognize that the depression isn't unbeatable, and give you enough confidence to start dealing with it.
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Yea, I agree with the other adice-givers. And it's true- depression doesn't go away. Antidepressants work well, and medical help would be helpful, also. I'm so sorry you're dealing with this, I know how tough it is. I used to be the same way. Depression can really affect you. I would seek medical attention.
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I myself have struggles with clinical depression. It doesn't go away by itself. I'd hate it when my mom would say "just smile and be happy." That's crap. You can't be happy just cause your mom tells you to be.
Sorry to tell you that prayer alone does not cure clinical depression. You should talk to a doctor and hopefully he'll write you a RX. Antidepressents work however, there is no such thing as an instant happy pill. I have found that fresh air and exercise help.
I had success with prozac. There are a varierty of antidepressents available. Your doctor will know what's best.
Suggest fresh air, exercise, a hobby, and medical attention. Some people have told me that caring for a cat or dog helps. It sure can't hurt.
Hope you feel better. I no longer take anti depressents. It's normal for people who suffer from clinical depression to cry. You will get better.
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Like previously said depression doesnt go away. Maybe you should talk to your doctor and see if they can switch your meds because maybe thats whats making you like this. if you need anything else let me know.
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first off...depression doesnt go away.
it fades when you go through a happier time in your life. therapy sounds like a drag but i promise you its an amazing thing...you can also improve your self esteem through therapy sessions. i have clinical depression because i was raped. those feelings were causing me to be depressed and hate myself. they did something called EMDR to me and it raised my self esteem without me realizing it. its sort of like hypnosis except you are conscious.
when you are depressed you lock your feelings in your nervous system. EMDR is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. it unlocks your nervous system and allows you to process your depression. from there you do hand movements that stimulate your brain and cause you to become happier.
you should really talk to someone about attending an EMDR specialist. its amazing
i hope you go and make yourself happier
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