Life Changing Mindset

Depression? I have been suffering from Bipolar depression for several years now...somewhere around 10 years. The doctor has put me on several different medications that caused me more issues (weight gain, fatigue and other stuff like that) that I could not handle. I have not been on medicine since I had my son 2 years ago. Things seem to be getting worse lately with all the stress that has been added since my wedding in May. I have an appointment with my doctor today to try to get something to help me. It has gotten to the boilling point where I can see my condition hurting my family. Anyone have any suggestions on what medications worked good for you or someone you know? Or any other comments for me...please don't be negative..that is not going to help me at all..it will only make it worse. I agree with all of you. I appreciate soo much your suggestions or words of support for me. It helps. Bill - you are right, I am lacking self-confidence but I have had that problem all of my life. It's not something I can just snap out of by myself. I almost wonder if at times I need people around me that feel like I do so that we can support each other...I am too embarrased most the time to tell anyone about my problems.

depression? i have depression ...my question is if it's normal to obsess about existential thoughts when u have depression? and how to overcome it? thnx

DEPRESSION!!!!!!!......................? normally, is depression a continuation of a certain bad event that happened in your life? does it continue especially if you over analyze or think things and you just kept it all to yourself? depression is normal to appear, right?

DEpression? does anybody know a way to get rid of it?

dEPRESSION??? I just broke up with my bf yesterday because he acted like he didnt love me anymore!! he acted like he loved my body and thats it... now that it is over i miss him i did not let him explain now i want to call him but dont want 2 sound desperate

What's the difference between Reactive Depression and Clinical Depression? "Normal Depression is often triggered by an event or circumstance in which you react to emotionally, such as the death of a loved one. This type of depression is psychological because you are emotionally “reacting” to something that has happened." "Clinical Depression is more serious, triggered by a chemical imbalance in the brain. This is a biological disorder of the brain, but it has psychological symptoms. This type of depression need not follow any sad, stressful or upsetting event; it can kick in for no apparent reason at all other than a change in one’s brain chemicals." Is this correct or is clinical depression just depression that is more serious and is not specifically due to chemical imbalance? I'm kind of confused about all this. I thought that was right but I'm doing research for school and I keep getting mixed information. Most people say clinical depression in depression which lasts more than a few weeks, but that didn't sound like the proper meaning.

United States during the Great Depression and the New Deal Eras? What is the context, or/and some specific details about, the cause of the Great Depression and how it affected society. What were the different strategies used to combat the Great Depression. What factors led to the failure of Herbert hoover's strategy and why, in comparison, was F.D.R.'s approach so successful? What are some specific programs of the "New Deal" [accomplishments and limitations]. Did the New Deal get America out of the Great Depression? I think that what ended the Great Depression was the war! Answers?

What is the difference between minor depression and major depression ? Isn't a depression just a depression I was diagnosed with major depression. What's the difference

What will the coming global economic depression be called? WW1 was called the Great War before everyone decided to have at it again, so they had to rename the wars as World Wars 1 and 2. Since it looks like we will now have to rename the Great Depression, what would you suggest? World Depression 2 does not sound very good. Maybe The Coolidge Depression and The Bush Depression?

What are the symptoms of depression and when should drugs be used for treatment? Like symptoms other than the obvious ones like feeling down. When does someone get the point where help from medication is needed. I know someone who is suffering from a form of depression but is worried that the antidepression tablets will have worse side effects. Its hard to know if its severe depression or even depression at all.

What are natural or alternative ways to beat depression? I have servere depression (I believe it's called clinical depression). I am completely fed up with feeling this way, and have been this way for the last 6 years. I kept thinking that it would get better, but it's obviouse that it's not. I'm going to be 25 yrs old in November and I realize that there are so many things that I would have wanted to accomplish by now, but my depression has prevented this. I keep reading about how depression is caused by 'chemical imbalances' in the brain, and it feels like I don't stand a chance at beating it without going on Anti-depressants, but I don't want to go down this route cause I'm worried about the side-effects. Can anyone suggest natural ways to beat depression that don't involve medication?

Does depression and Sadness can reduce the defenses in the organism and make us weaker to illnesses? I have noticed that when i have my depressive moment i get sick more often especially flu and also that it takes longer to heal from an illness is this normal or is just coincidence? Does really depression reduces your defenses? I heard about it once.

How to overcome depression issues when I start to write a paper for college? When I go to start any paper for college all of a sudden I go from feeling normal to utterly depressed and hopeless. Like no matter what I write it will never be good enough. Rationally I know that I do all the readings and even though struggle with the depressions I get pretty good grades, so its not that I am a horrible student. I just don't want to struggle with the depression and hopeless feelings every paper. Does anyone have any ideas how I can feel better, please?

What is the likelihood of my depression returning? I have a history of severe depression. My mom is very against medication and counseling, and reluctantly allowed me to go on the lowest dosage of zoloft. It helped, but now she wants me to go off of it and stop going to my doctor. My fear is that my depression will return. What are the chances of my depression returning, and how can I handle it if and when it does?

What are the chances that chronic depression leads to schizoprenia? Someone close to me has been battling depression for 17 years now. She is doing a good job, has held on to a demanding job for 4 years now. Though her performance at work are highly erratic. Periods of poor apathetic performance interspersed with periods of high performance. She shows sympotm of chronic depression, withdraws from social life, has low energy, can spend days in bed, is messy etc.She's on medication too. I fear that the next phase will be schizoprenia. She's 32 now and has been suffering from depression since she was 15. Though I said her performance at work is erratic, i dont think it is suggestive of bipolar. She has been fired once before for apathy at work. Since then she is scared to lose her job. When her poor performance at work gets noticable and she thinks her job is in danger,she bucks up and works harder. And she cannot unfortunately retire from work. She lives in a country that dosen't give benefits. And her aged parents cannot take care of her. She has to earn her living. She would very much like to reyire or atlease work part time, but is unable to do so.

What makes a person suffering from depression push their loved ones away? How strong can depression be? How harmful is it? For instance, does depression make your bf/gf want to break up with you over a stupid reason especially when they're the one suffering depression? What makes them want to push you away and be alone? What makes them want to ignore you to consult their own feelings? Do they realize what they're doing especially they're the one in pain?

How good is my chances at getting my depression successfully treated/cured? I'm 17, male, and have moderate depression. Sometimes I go into really low moods, where all hope is lost, sometimes I feel ok, where I almost cant feel the depression at all. I normally cycle trough these moods during the day, and its usually worse at the morning and evening. I read A LOT about depression online, and I often read about people suffering from depression year after year, only to suffer more severely. I am trying to get better naturally though, starting exercise soon, currently going to therapy CBT, and taking Omega-3.

How do I get diagnosed with depression while in Iraq? I've been in Iraq for well over a year and while I have been pretty much out of harm's way for the most part, it has been a rough year emotionally. I have not been diagnosed with depression before because I never saw a psychiatrist or anyone of that nature, however, I can tell you that for a good part of ten years, I've been having a series of depression which last for several days. Here in Iraq, it's been the most prominent. I would get depressed and feel empty inside and this will last for a week and then I would feel better for a week and get depressed for another week and feel better for three weeks. Usually, my depression is sudden. I would be at work and I will feel fine and then all of a sudden I would feel this uncontrollable saddness and empty feeling inside me. Almost like disappointment or like I lost something. Which would eventually turn into iritability and hostility and back to silence again. I want to see a real psyciatrist but don't know what to do. Thanks.

How is it possible for a person to leave depression behind without medical help? I did just this after 3 years of depression. My depression culminated in an attempted suicide at age 10. The modern view in medicine is that suicide is a consequence of failing to cope with "depression". There is plenty of information regards this topic online, but hardly any on how a person can overcome depression without medical help, this is why i want to know what you think is a persons reason/s for leaving depression behind without medical help. Thanks.

What are the leading causes of depression and anxiety in women today? Females suffer from anxiety and depression at twice the rate of men. In fact, mental disorders such as anxiety and depression are the leading cause of disability for women. What are the leading causes of anxiety and depression in women? Please provide as credible sources as possible. Thankyou. Great answers so far!

How does ML B survived during the Great Depression era? Although, the MLB seasons are open to post-WWI and begin of Great Depression era since America's economy and banks had none on the money. (this time, the world also have same on that during Great Depression). The season and playoff are still opening during the Great Depression era. I think that the MLB didn't earns more money during that era as more people don't attended the games or playoff games. Can u tell me about how does MLB had survived during the Great Depression?

How to prevent depression when it strongly runs in the family? My family has a very long bloodline of depression like my dad's sister and grandmother were diagnosed also my mom, brother, mom's sister, and my mom's mother all were diagnosed with depression. I want to know if there is any way to prevent it because I have not been diagnosed and really would prefer not to be. Thanks!

At what point during the Great Depression did economists start calling it a depression? I'm just wondering whether pundits and economists called it a "recession" or a "downturn" or other such euphemisms until long after it was over, when it was finally acknowledged to be a depression, or whether they called it a global depression right from the start.

What are some ways to cope with depression? How can I cope with or lessen my symptoms of depression? I have not been medically diagnosed with depression, but it is something that causes me a lot of pain. If you also suffer from depression, share your strategies!

How was the Great Depression similar to our recession? I am doing a Great Depression research project and I am trying to make comparisons between the recession and the Depression. I have tried to search it, but it is really confusing to understand and try to explain in my own words (I'm thirteen, and I do not plagiarize). It's not the basis of my project, just the analysis. So a few comparisons would be nice. Thank you!

What can I do to overcome my depression without taking medicine? I am a 25 year old female. I have not been to a doctor so I have no been diagnosed with depression, but I know I have it. I have been dealing with low self esteem, weight problems which all led to my depression. I am quite frankly still a student and cannot afford the expensive therapy sessions. What are some ways I can do to get over my depression without taking medicine?

What is a good way to curb depression without meds? Ok...i am 31, and i am also bipolar. I used to take meds to curb depression cause the military made me but they made me feel worse. nothing tragic has happend in my life well nothing i would consider tragic that is. my bouts of maina are getting worse and depression is more frequent. What is a good way to help with depression that will not involve taking mood altering(which make it worse) pills? foods maybe?

How can you make depression symptoms better at home? What if you have depression but don't need to see a doctor yet. How can you improve your light depression symptoms at home? Don't say some type of pill, because I would want to go through a doctor before I take any kind of supliment.

What are some natural safe remedies for depression? My friend is autistic and has severe clinical depression unfortuanately just about everything his docs give him has caused really horrible side effects. They're still working on something safe but in the mean time he's dealing with some really serious depression. What are some safe natural inexpensive remedies for depression. I'm really worried about him and want to help. If you have any suggestions I'd really appriciate it.

What are some effective depression medications with little or zero chance of causing nausea? My girlfriend has severe depression, but also cannot stand nausea at all (She has a phobia of it) What are some medications for depression that won't cause nausea at all or at least have very slim chances of causing it?

What is good for depression and what are some good antidepressants? What is good for fighting off depression? Are there any natural antidepressants such as specific fruits or vegetables? What are some daily things to do to help with depression? I'm looking for alternatives to medication. Thanks for the help.

What's the difference between "depression", "feeling down", and "having a depression"? Explain what's the difference between depression, feeling down and having a depression. I dont really know how to explain whats the difference so if you could please help me that be great, i appreciate it fo the help. Thnx and 10 pts :)

How do you tell depression from the winter blues? Wanted to see if anyone could explain what the main differences are between being a little down and having severe depression? Also, when you see a Doctor is there a specific test that is done to diagnose depression? Thank you I appreciate it!

How can I overcome the depression from being transsexual? I can't go with transition. But I just don't want to commit suicide. I think this depression caused by being transsexual and will not fade away since i solve this problem (I mean transition) Is it possible to not transition, but kill this damn depression for lifetime?

Is Depression a reasonable reaction to a dysfunctional society? The more I encounter those suffering depression (and occasionally when I feel low myself) - the more this question is on my mind. In a world where many of us are working to live, plagued by doubts and insecurities, divorced from a clear sense of identity in a planet which increasingly threatened, more of us are becoming depressed. And I wonder whether depression is not so much an illness as an appropriate reaction when faced with the world we live in. Is Depression a reasonable reaction to a dysfunctional society?

How come depression affects different people in different ways? Some people go through severe depression (or any other extremely negative emotion/experience) and come out a cold and negative person but for some others they come out more kindhearted and positive? Do the ones that come out just make the wrong decisions? So therefore is everyone that is "bad" today just making the wrong decisions?

How can you help prevent depression in others? At school, my teacher told us depression is one of the leading disorders in humans, it's greater in number than people getting cancer! After hearing this, I feel the want to make sure my friends and family never get into this state, because it's hard to get out of right? What are some ways that I can help my friends feel good about themselves every day, to help prevent depression?

How did the southerners react to the Great Depression? What exactly happen there during the Great Depression? Im doing a report about the Great Depression in the south. Can you tel, me exactly what happened in the south during the great depression? Thank you!

How can I be motivated to exercise despite depression? I have depression, and I find that as much as I want to exercise and lose weight, I am having a difficult time getting motivated due to my depression. Exercise does help me feel better and help with my depression, but does anyone have any tips on getting motivated in the beginning and continuing an exercise routine even when feeling discouraged?

What's the difference between the Great Depression and Inflationary Depression that Obama is leading the US? Great Depression of the 1930's had many causes. I learned that the main cause was a stockmarket crash and structural flaws in banks(overleveraging?) encouraged by bad monetary policy similar to what happened this decade, there was also a drought during that time that ruined agriculture. Well of course I don't think they printed as much money then as the fed is printing now. So how is it different from the depression America is going in?

Is my depression causing me to be envious of people who commit suicide? I have Major Depressive Disorder (so I am told). I don't think I would ever have the guts to kill myself, but I envy those who do. Could this be the depression?

How do things that happened during the great depression still effect us today? Are there families who are still in debt because of the great depression? Were any products introduced/gotten rid of because of the great depression? What about governments of different countries, are any of the governments that changed because of the great depression, still what they changed to? Thanks :]

What are some therapies for depression other than meds? My boyfriend has severe depression, as well as anxiety disorders. Lately it's been pretty bad. He's already on a variety of medications. They lessen the severity, but like I said, it's still pretty bad. What are some other ways he can bring his depression and anxiety under control? I don't mean taking herbal remedies or anything like that. I mean something like exercising, which his doctor recommended. Any help is greatly appreciated, thanks.

What is the differeance with chronic depression and depression? I wnat to know the difference and is clincical depression the same as chronic depression? Im 14 F And i have been diagnosed with chronic depression and in not sure what exactly that means? And what the differance between normal depression and chronic dep Thanks I have taken a number of anti depressants (zoloft, wellbeautrin, prozac, trazdon, and now serequal)

What is atrialateral depression of the atrium? I had a stress test because of heart pulpations. I have Ischemia ( oxygen-starved) and Atrialateral depression. I did not get a clear view of what it ment.

What are the symptoms of existential depression? What are the symptoms for existential depression, and how does it differ from other types of depression? Thanks.

Depression and anxiety sufferers : How difficult do you find it to meet new people and date ? I've been suffering from anxiety disorder and depression 2 years now and in those 2 years my social skills have dropped tragically and i have zero confidence when it comes to asking a lady out on a date or anything like that. Im seeing a therapist a couple of times a week and im improving little by little but still a long way to go was just wondering if anyone else here who suffers from depression or anxiety disorder could tell me do they have the same problems ?

What's the difference between clinical depression that needs treating, and just regularly being depressed? I'm often depressed, and i just wondered what the difference is between just being depressed, and clinical? At what point does depression become depression?

How many people think suicide or depression is an illness? I have depression, and I've tried to kill myself, hell, I even used to cut, but I want you all to help me out here..How many people think suicide or depression, hell, even cutting, is an illness? Cause really I'm sick of people thinking it is, so please, tell me you opinion, do you think they are illnesses?

What is the difference between psychotic Depression and Schizophrenia? I am having for the first time auditory alucinations. I suffer from Psychotic Depression but I am so afraid to get Schizophrenia. What is the difference between psychotic depression and schizophrenia???

What is the difference between clinical depression and depression? There's the kind of depression that lasts like 2 years and you need medicine for, the kind that has your dopamine levels or neurotransmitters all screwed up. Then there's the kind that comes from something bad happening to you, like losing a loved one. Clinical depression can be caused by grief, but is there a difference between clinical depression and the normal depression everyone else feels?

What is the likelihood that depression and severe mood swings are the result of Ritalin? I have done some research and have discovered that, when taken over a short period of time, Ritalin has depression as a "less common" side effect but, when taken over a longer period of time, depression is a more common side effect. The person who is currently using Ritalin is a boy so his mood swings are not the effect of PMS. What is the likelihood that depression and mood swings are the result of taking Ritalin? Is it rational to connect the two?