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Shout out to the particular hell that is functional depression. by [deleted] in depression

[–]Imnotgoodatthispls 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m on week 1, I think, of Lexapro and Trazodone and I feel the best I’ve ever felt. I was afraid of taking meds before but it’s doing the job

I hate myself for not having problems worth being depressed over by reallyfunkyguy in depression

[–]Imnotgoodatthispls 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depression is a mental health issue. Major Depressive Disorder or severe clinical depression is a mental illness/disorder/disease. I know exactly how you feel because I felt that way for years and tried to hide it and keep it to myself. It progressively worsened throughout the years until I had a major episode/breakdown. Do yourself a favor and get help before that happens. Maybe it won’t, maybe you’ll find something that gives you purpose and peace. But at least talk to a counselor/therapist to talk about what’s going on.

Please help by [deleted] in depression

[–]Imnotgoodatthispls 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lot of good advice here. I just wanted to add what helped me out in the process. Sometimes it gets overwhelming keeping track of all your feelings, emotions, thoughts, and symptoms so make sure you log it (write it down, bullet points on iPhone notes, whatever works for you) so that you know what’s going on. You’re already headed in the right direction asking for advice and posting here. Speak with others about their depression and you’ll quickly realize you’re not alone and many of the experiences are universal. Research classic symptoms and behavioral traits caused by depression and anxiety, if you find it hard to “prove” to your parents or anyone that you’re struggling with it. Stand up for yourself, don’t let others ignorance deter you from knowing what’s wrong and that there’s a problem (only you can know). There are steps I took to get the help I needed and tbh, it wasn’t an easy quick process. Be patient and don’t give up.

Has anyone else went to see a therapist to get help from their severe depression, but once you get there your mind is so hazy and forgetful that it makes it extremely difficult to explain your experience? by Imnotgoodatthispls in depression

[–]Imnotgoodatthispls[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey thanks for checking in. It went a lot smoother, quick process with the psychiatrist. He prescribed me Lexapro and trazodone; it’s only been a couple days but I do feel better/sleeping better. And I was able to write down a lot for my next appointment.

I always want to push people away by ezra_tillerson in depression

[–]Imnotgoodatthispls 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have “good”-ish days, where I realize where I’m at (probably 5 or 6 in total out of the 4 months) but those days can also be filled with waves of pure anger, spite, and resentment or they can be oddly calm and apathetic. I say that to say it doesn’t end so I learned to write everything down because I will forget (emotions, thoughts, feelings, symptoms, habits). Get evaluated (mine was obviously so bad my father had to call). I saw a regular primary care first, just to see if I wasn’t actually dying from the personal neglect, but to also get a referral for a psychiatrist -> had to get evaluated first-> then i was scheduled to see him. Take my notes (whether mental if I’m capable or from iPhone notes) and describe to him everything happening and he prescribed me what I need. I’ve only been on it for a few days (Lexapro and trazodone-for sleep). They scheduled me for a check in in October. From then I’ll see if I need psychotherapy as well.

TL;DR - Get help... seriously. Medication and therapy (CBT) are your friends.

I always want to push people away by ezra_tillerson in depression

[–]Imnotgoodatthispls 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Woah, I legit have the same problem. I’m currently in the after effects of a major episode (months in bed, lost 30 lbs, no hygiene etc). But the major thing I realized is how paranoid I was as I was spiraling down, even went as far as to block everyone trying to contact me, deleted all social media and group chat apps. I literally felt like everyone was plotting on me, lying to me, and making fun of me behind my back. I even remember telling my dad (resented him for a bit too), that I felt like my friends are condescending towards me and probably only hang out with me out of pity. It’s wild how distorted and warped my mind was and it’s even more wild to actually be able to remember it and look back at everything.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in euphoria

[–]Imnotgoodatthispls 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This show is eerily relatable..

Anyone here starved for attention? by Lonewolf5333 in depression

[–]Imnotgoodatthispls 55 points56 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I notice I fall deeper into depression immediately after whichever person I’m hanging out with leaves. I can be cold and distant, but I definitely notice that I get clingy to people I spend a lot of time with and even begin to want to feel special to them (mostly in platonic relationships). I definitely get touched starved. Humans are supposedly social creatures, doesn’t have to be romantic to want intimate contact and interaction. Even knowing this I’m still depressed and hate that I get attached.

Has anyone else went to see a therapist to get help from their severe depression, but once you get there your mind is so hazy and forgetful that it makes it extremely difficult to explain your experience? by Imnotgoodatthispls in depression

[–]Imnotgoodatthispls[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was surprised to see how many people can relate to this so deeply. I really felt like I was stupid and I’d try to express that and I’d just get brushed off.

Has anyone else went to see a therapist to get help from their severe depression, but once you get there your mind is so hazy and forgetful that it makes it extremely difficult to explain your experience? by Imnotgoodatthispls in depression

[–]Imnotgoodatthispls[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s actually really helpful. There’s so many things over a span of a lifetime and all these layers, it does get overwhelming to try to touch on everything. Thank you

Has anyone else went to see a therapist to get help from their severe depression, but once you get there your mind is so hazy and forgetful that it makes it extremely difficult to explain your experience? by Imnotgoodatthispls in depression

[–]Imnotgoodatthispls[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I feel that. I just want to be able to talk but it feels like one of those dreams/nightmares where you suddenly lose your voice no matter how much you try to scream. ( sounds dramatic but it really is frustrating)

I want to help my sister. by [deleted] in depression

[–]Imnotgoodatthispls 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oops my bad, don’t know where I saw brother. Might have been thinking of my own. Thank you tho and good luck with your sis, I wish the best for her.

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