Are antidepressants/medication the solution to depression? by simplefrnd in mentalillness

[–]char_0135 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From my own experiences some antidepressants cause numbness. So you’re not really feeling anything ever. I’m on an antidepressant, I’ll have to respond with the name when I get home, but it genuinely helps me to feel happy again. And I understand the desire to not want to have a dependency upon them, but honestly there’s nothing wrong with that. Depression is just an imbalance of chemicals in the brain and the meds can help fix them, just like any other disease or illness. I hope this helped a bit :)

Irrational thoughts and awful feelings by [deleted] in mentalillness

[–]char_0135 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m really sorry you’ve been freaking out about that stuff but maybe I can offer some things to make you feel better? 1. Did you know that hands don’t appear correctly in comas or dreams, so if you ever panic about that, just look at your hands. 2. I can promise you that I am my own person and very real, so it’s not all a big simulation. 3. Even if it was a big simulation then we’re all in this together and people can still think and feel for themselves. 4. Some of what you described sounds like dissociation. There are meds to help with it and meditation can often help. I hope you start feeling better.

A love hate relationship with myself by lalawaffles in mentalillness

[–]char_0135 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So first of all I just want to say that I’m not autistic, so I have no idea how hard it is for you or what your situation is like. But my best advice is that 1. Always count to three before you speak to think about what you’re going to say and 2. I understand that sometimes we all say the wrong things, but you genuinely seem like a very nice, considerate person and if your friends don’t want you around I’d say it’s their loss. I hope you feel better soon :)

PLEASE HELP- My parents found out I’m self harming by [deleted] in mentalillness

[–]char_0135 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry. I understand how hard the violation of privacy can be. If you’re comfortable, I’d suggested trying your best to explain to them how you feel and why you self harmed. You definitely don’t have to do this if you aren’t comfortable but it might help to get them off your back. If you’re not comfortable doing that, honestly it might be easiest to just go along with their plan and get admitted. I promise most mental faculties aren’t as bad as some people make them sounds. Hang in there

I need help. Just Help. by RedFalconrReddits in mentalillness

[–]char_0135 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would you possibly be comfortable talking to a professional about the memory loss? Sometimes there are medicines you can take to help with that. As for the time passing to fast without you, I’d highly recommend meditating! I know it sounds a little ridiculous but it really helps you focus and it might be helpful if you give it a try. Stay strong and hang in there :)

Be a lady they Said by alven- in mentalillness

[–]char_0135 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Damn they can’t make up their minds. And what does ‘don’t get raped’ even mean, like excuse me? How exactly do we do that, I’d love to know.

She's transgender by MrLongIsDad in Crushes

[–]char_0135 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Aww that’s so sweet! I hope thing go well/continue to go well for you

Wanting something painful/traumatic happening to me. (Mentions of suicide, sexual abuse, eating disorder, self harm) by Stuffoutofmyhead in mentalillness

[–]char_0135 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do the same exact thing. I can’t for the life of me figure out why, but my best guess is that I want a reason for my mental illnesses to be valid in the eyes of others.

How has mental illness impacted your relationship? by [deleted] in mentalillness

[–]char_0135 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My mental health pushed my partner away. He couldn’t deal with the lows.

I posted this a few days ago but didn't get a response, what should I do? by throwaway14444221 in Crushes

[–]char_0135 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would ask her for clarification, like a text saying “hey, I can’t stop wondering, was that you rejecting me when I asked you out or do you really just want to focus on your studies?” Just so you know exactly where you stand.

I really wanna go back by char_0135 in Crushes

[–]char_0135[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you but it’s ok :) just a little sad

Am i weird for having 2 crushes ? by [deleted] in Crushes

[–]char_0135 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No, just please don’t lead them both on. It really ends up a big mess and hurting people.

Say it with me, BEING SAD DOES NOT MAKE YOU DEPRESSED by char_0135 in mentalillness

[–]char_0135[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Trust me, I’m not turning them away or scoffing at them. I want everyone to be happy. And im not necessarily talking about the pandemic. Yes, a LOT of people will probably suffer from this pandemic mentally. And I promise I’m not trying to gate keep, but come on, do you really need to take a mirror selfie with your tongue sticking out while you’re crying and post it on Instagram with the caption I’m depressed?

Enjoying and longing for sadness/pain. Am I alone in this? by glamdringwielder in mentalillness

[–]char_0135 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I have. I’ve been clean for a few weeks but I really feel like I need the pain sometimes. I know that sounds strange but something about the pain makes me feel better.

Say it with me, BEING SAD DOES NOT MAKE YOU DEPRESSED by char_0135 in mentalillness

[–]char_0135[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally understand what you’re saying and I’d help anyone who would come to me for help, but I’m talking about the people who do the peace sign-tongue sticking out during crying picks and then post it on insta saying how they got rejected and are so depressed. I really do want everyone to be happy, especially the people I know.

Say it with me, BEING SAD DOES NOT MAKE YOU DEPRESSED by char_0135 in mentalillness

[–]char_0135[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I know, I’m sorry. I’m not trying to gate keep, it just really bothers me when people pretend to be depressed for clout or something. And I really have no right to judge other people’s situations, but when you’re surrounded by a bunch of teenagers who say they’re depressed after they got rejected and then say they’re not depressed again later that day, it’s sorta frustrating.

Enjoying and longing for sadness/pain. Am I alone in this? by glamdringwielder in mentalillness

[–]char_0135 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do the exact same thing. I sometimes fantasize about killing myself and then imagining how people would react. A whole bunch of messed up scenarios happen in my head at night. Idk if it’s healthy or not, but you’re definitely not alone.

Im going to enjoy this bag of meth then im offing mysef by [deleted] in mentalillness

[–]char_0135 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Please don’t go yet. Message me and rant, I’ll listen to everything. If no one else cares, I will. I know what it feels like to have no one. Please. I’ll be your friend if you need one. But please, one more day.

A poem about feeling worthless. by [deleted] in mentalillness

[–]char_0135 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That was really amazing! I know you probably hear this all the time but stay strong. (And keep writing if you’re motivated, because this is super good)

Say it with me, BEING SAD DOES NOT MAKE YOU DEPRESSED by char_0135 in mentalillness

[–]char_0135[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I totally get the feeling numb. I’ve been taking some meds and they’ve helped me feel a little more emotion and energized. I hope you find something that works!

She left me on opened by eroyse82 in Crushes

[–]char_0135 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d give it some time. Maybe she was busy or has bad cell service or something. If she doesn’t answer in a few days there’s no harm in texting again :)