I am a adolescent going through depression. I need any help available. Suggestions?

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rob_7030	Have you asked God for help? I have a friend who was in your exact position. She Lives 2 time zones away from me and we could only contact each other through messenger. She cut herself and attempted suicide for help. She eventually asked for God's forgiveness and asked for help with her problems. She stopped feeling so down and suicidal. She's back to her old self now! All you need to do is pray to God: "God, I know that I am a sinner and my life is messed up without you. I know and believe that your son, Jesus died on the cross to pay for my sins. I ask for your forgiveness and that you will come into my life. I pray that you will help me with my problems, God. Thank you God, Amen." Good luck! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

troubled	Go to see the psychologist with an open mind. He can only help you to the extent you are willing to help yourself. There are no magical cures...Be open, honest, listen and give him and yourself time. Your depression did not happen overnight and it will not go away overnight. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

joecool148192	When you see the psychologist, keep an open mind. It really helps to talk to someone that is not related to you because they are impartial. As far as being bipolar, don't worry about it for now. The psychologist will evaluate you and probably sent you to a psychiatrist if they feel that medication is needed. Then you'll just see the Psychologist for therapy. I know that things seem hopeless right now, but take it from someone who's been there things will get better. The most important thing is that the sooner you get help for this, the better you'll be. Depression is very common. It'll be a long journey but there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I wish you well. Fight it every step of the way and never lose hope. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

answerqueen	HOW OLD ARE YOU?? Allot of people go through depression but to have thoughts of suicide and hurting yourself is a cry for help, as well as an attention getter!! Stop and think of all the people in this world has has no food, roof over their head, no clothes, out in the streets hungry!! IS your problem as bad as theirs?? Maybe you should seek professional help, HOWEVER unless YOU want help it will not do anything but waste your parents time and money. Anyone that is going to kill themselves DOES NOT tell others, they just do it !!! everyone is smart, nice, talented and pretty or beautiful in their own way,,, search your heart and you will see these things in yourself. But you have to be the one that wants help for yourself NOT your parents, and if you do not want help them your parents MUST STOP being your crutch and realize they can not do anything for you. hang in there and Good luck..... PLEASE HELP YOURSELF, AS YOU ARE THE ONLY ONE THAT CAN TAKE THAT FIRST STEP. God Bless You and many prayers Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

David	Let's do a little human mind 101. The human mind makes chemicals that make our emotions. The more chemicals in our mind, the happier we are. The less chemicals in our mind, the more upset we are. When we do aerobic exercises, of which speeds up the heart beat and the metabolism, our brains respond by making more chemicals. Results: we feel happier. The problem is that, because we are upset, we resist doing exercises. Especially ones that require some physical strength or stamina to actually do. Especially aerobics. So here is something that works very well, is easy to do, does not take much of your time; Standing in your kitchen, hands on the top of the counter top for balance. Squat down slowly. Go up slowly. Do 10 times. Do every day. Step back a bit, put your hands on the edge of the counter top, like you are going to do pushups from the counter top. Put one foot back, keeping the foot firmly on the floor. Bend the other knee toward the counter top. Now, push forward with your foot set back, while pushing away from the counter top with your hands. Do 10 pushups, moving your body to and from the counter top, stretching the calf of the leg set back. Repeat 10 more times with the opposite leg. These two exercises take about 15 minutes total of your time. Do both every day. For more help, go to allexperts and then to women's health. Look for advisor named David. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

:-)	I don't think you need to see a shrink... Everyone in this country always think that the "Doctors" can fix it all... B.S. My advise are... #1 Don't hurt yourself... Scars lasts for a lifetime... #2 Think about what's bothering you... WRITE IT DOWN... #3 On each item that's bothering you -- write down what you want to change or how to fix it... #4 If you are not good on communicating to your parents by "mouth"... Give them a letter and tell them what's wrong... Ask for them to respond to you this way too... This will avoid confrontation... You take care of yourself and I hope to see your name again in this site not on the news... Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Beccakt	I know what you are going through,I have gone through it myself.Sweetie go to the psychologist your parents are there to help you,as a daughter I only wish I had my mom when I was going through it,your parents love you and and I'm sure they will be there for you no matter what you go through.Please don't close yourself off,talk to your parents or anyone,just dont shut yourself off.Iam sure you are pretty inside and out.Remember their is someone that loves you GOD and he is always their for you Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Clarity	I understand exactly where you are coming from. The most important thing is that you do get professional help. You have to condition yourself to belive in your own individual beauty and know that you are a unique person in this world no matter what life throws your way. Suicide is never the answer. All you would be doing is depriving the world of the only one of you it has. Remember that. Things almost always get better with time and don't let the bad and depressing things in life deprive you of the good things. God really loves you and you need to love yourself sweetheart. Be Blessed Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

carlvinsion	you need a psychiatrist that's the doctor that prescribes medication for your problems!and you've got a lot of issues but the can be resolved if you try hard enough? but you can talk till your blue in the face wont help till you get on proper medication? Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

voodomd	Why do you feel this way you are an individual with value .You may find the cure for cancer when your older .Just try to hang on in the trying times because it will get better .Talk to someone who will be honest with you .Try the psych. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

crzyanl	The first step is deciding that you need help. You did that. I know that it is very hard to wait to see the psychologist but please hold on. I suffered from depression ALL of my life, including those adolescent years. Tell you psychologist that you are fighting with everyone--that is a start. The doctor will be able to work with you if you are trughful. Tell your parents that you are having thoughts of hurting yourself and suicide. Tell them to call the psychologist and tell them that. They will get you in even faster. You need to get help now. In the meantime there are some things that you can do to help. First, be care of what you listen to and watch. Listen to positive music and inspirational speakers. Do not listen to anything sad. When you watch TV do not watch anything unless it makes you laugh or is at least supposed to make you laugh. The same goes for movies. Don't spend a lot of time on the computer. I know that it is yoru refuge, but I would suspect that it is more of a hiding place. When my depression flares up I find I spend too much time on the computer. I go to the library or bookstore and get a great book to read. It is so important to fill you mind with positive things. What you think about you bring about. Although none of these things are a substitute for professional help, they are great additions. GET PROFESSIONAL HELP AND GET IT FAST. Good luck. You have a lot of courage asking for help. It won't be easy but you are moving in the right step. You will be okay. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

wmp55	Go to the psychologist, and work on being nice. The quality of your post is at least in the top 10 percent I have seen here, so you are smart and talented in some way. And a lot of people are prettier than they think they are. Good grooming habits are important. And if you want to be an athlete, keep trying new sports and you may find something you like. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Thin White Duke	Give it a chance. You have one life to live and talking to someone may help you to cope with not only the pain you are going thru now but, other things you could go thru as an adult. I am sure you are really a beautiful person in side and out. You don't see yourself that way now but give life a chance and it will get better . I hope all the best for you.. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

turtle girl	If you need help immediately, go to your local emergency room and tell them exactly what you have said here. They will help you, now. if you are not old enough to drive or get yourself there somehow, you can still call 911 and give them all the information they ask for. They will help you immediately also. Some people are telling you to be patient. if you really need help NOW as you have said, call 911. This is an emergency. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

jasomsaso	Sweetie if you feel like you cannot wait to see the psychologist, then please go to a hospital they can get you help sooner. Who knows if you have Bipolar or not for now you are young and are depressed and need help. I am SURE you are BEAUTIFUL INSIDE AND OUT!!! You may lack self esteem but that is part of being depressed and lonely. As far as talents or athletism, I am SURE you have those and MOST of all I am POSITIVE you are SMART!!! Just look at you, on here asking for help and asking to get better, that takes smarts and courage. I've been where you are, hang in there and get help quick, I will keep you in my prayers. Please go get help. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

tonalc1	Talking it over with someone will help you; please give the psychologist a chance. For immediate help and just someone to talk to, there's a few hotlines where you can talk about anything that's bothering you. They keep it confidential: Girls and Boys Town Hotline: 1-800-448-3000 24 hrs a day National Runaway Hotline: 1-800-621-4000 A 24-hour hotline for when you just need someone to talk to about the stress of growing up. You don't have to be a runaway to call. Children of the Night: 1-800-551-1300 Talk, 24hrs a day about anything. National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) Suicide Prevention Hot Line:1-800-827-7571 Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

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professional student	You may not think you are athletic, smart, nice, talented or pretty, but those are probably just your perceptions of yourself. I can tell just by reading your question that you are educated, and you have good writing and communication skills. That indicates to me that you are at least intelligent, and you have at least one powerful talent which is the ability to write. It is a positive sign that your parents are aware of this and sending you to a psychologist. This indicates that your parents do care about you, and they want the best for you. Since you indicate that you want help, the help you do receive will probably be helpful. Seeing a psychologist can be hard. It was hard for me the first few times. But I'm glad that I went now. I wish you luck, and I hope that your depression is dealt with well as it is in many cases. My first recommendation would be for you to try to be aware that you are beating yourself up and it isn't necessary. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

kylanusoftly	Good thing youre going to talk with a psychologist. Also, you did the right thing by talking with your parents. They are the ones that are going to truly help you. You sound like youre very loved. Just hang in there. There is no immediate fix for depression. It'll take some time, but there is hope. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

peppermint_paddy	Ooohh, I know what it feels like to feel mad at everyone from the minute you wake up. You can't be as cranky as I am. I hated my mom when I was a teenager. Now I like her, sometimes. My dad died a few years ago, now I can't blame him for hitting me. You aren't athletic? At least you don't have asthma, you can breathe when you want to. Why would a person want to be talented when they are so crabby. I bet I could teach you a few piano songs. You want to vent for entertainment or do you want real help? Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

ft3535	talk to the many people on here there are a lot of us who like to talk and talk so contact a few of the people here and talk to them.. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

~"B.Y.H."~	honey, I'm bipolar & have been on medicine many years & it's truly turned my life around...I had the same thoughts of self destruction & the low self esteem issues, do not be afraid to go to the psychologist....your quality of life will be much improved...here's some info on adolescent depression. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

mo	Diet is very important, if you enjoy your computer, start by looking up food and herbs that will help the serotonin enhancement. Start an exercise program, also your computer can help you with that. At least try walking a mile a day. Be honest when you talk to your doctor, and be up front with your parents, they might not like what they hear, but that is part of helping your problem. They love you and will help you if you let them. And you have to want to help yourself, that means change. You will need to learn to change, you habits, your behaviors, your philosophy, but it is a do able thing. It won't happen overnight(they say it takes 30 days to change a habit). I wish you the best of luck, believe in yourself, and everyone has goodness in them, some folks just need to learn how to find it. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

SHEBA	please see your psychologist. he or she is the only one who can lead you the correct way . good luck i will pray for you Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

india.magica	Depressed Adolescent? Growing up in today's world is not easy. Yet, we can make the best of it. How about a simple mood enhancer with no bad side effects? Advanced hospitals in Europe use it with great success! It is homeopathic Hypericum Perforatum (health food store). You may want to use 2 - 4 pills (on milk sugar base only) in an ounce of water. I would take one drop under my tongue every few seconds until the condition gets better, then less and less often, may be every 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60 minutes. Yet, at least 5 times a day. I would make the remedy fresh every day, less when less is needed. I like to add a bit of apple cider vinegar and brown sugar to taste. I would keep doing it until the mood gets better, the nerves improve and the world looks much sunnier! Enjoy your life, see how pretty you are when you are relaxed, see what you can do to help others! Realize how unique and wonderful you are! Cordially, India.Magica Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

o_r_y_g_u_n	This is my first time answering this type of question.. (check my log). I don't know why I even read your whole question? But my answer is........ TAKE UP SKYDIVING !!! Once you master free fall there won't be another thing you will fear.. I know... This seems silly but what have you got to loose? And "tumbling" is a whole lot cheaper than shrinks Good Luck ....... Please try to have a good day tomorrow Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Love Peace	BE POSITIVE, CHEERFUL, MOVE WITH PEOPLE, AND FOLLOW THE 7 MANTRAS TO SUCCESS 7 mantras to succeed at work Indrani Roy Mitra \| February 08, 2006 When I was first introduced to Azim Jamal, I almost mistook him for a corporate head honcho -- he was wearing a formal, three-piece business suit and a salt and pepper beard. However, that impression didn't last; his first statement reflected the philosopher in him: "Life is like a basketball game. You need to get your act together, gather your mental and physical strength and have a sole aim -- basketing the ball." With an infectious smile, he adds, "Nothing succeeds like success, you see, and living is all about winning." With this attitude, Jamal, author of bestsellers like The Power Of Giving (No 4 on Amazon.com), 7 Steps To Lasting Happiness, Corporate Sufi and The One-Minute Sufi is able to don many hats: author, entrepreneur, humanitarian, sportsman and family man. The word impossible has no room in his dictionary; challenges don't faze him. He has useful suggestions for those of you who are striving to climb the ladder of success: ·Hard work is the shortcut to success i. Do you have a vision? According to Jamal, dreams pave the way for success. You must have a clear idea of you ambitions/ goals in life. "Unless you have a portrait of your life five years hence in your mind, you can never lend it the proper direction," says Jamal. "Keep asking yourself what you want to achieve in life, write it down and set a goal for yourself." ii. One task at a time "The youth of today are a restless lot. They have a fickle mind that is persistently trying to be at 10 different places at the same time. As a result, one fails to deliver one's best even once," says Jamal. You need to set your mind to one task at a time. Here too, Jamal brings in the analogy of a basketball match. "While you are playing a game, you should see nothing but the basket." iii. Prioritising, a must "Half the time, we lose a winning battle just because we can't prioritise our tasks," he says. Jamal believes you can taste success if you are able to draw up an effective 'to do' list. He says it is absolutely necessary to eliminate the frivolous and the unimportant from the tasks you have listed for the day. "There is no point wasting your time over a non-issue. You can put it on the backburner and procrastinate." ·Be an entrepreneur. Check this out! iv. Involve your team If creativity sustains an artist, effective delegation sustains a corporate person. "To scale heights, it is necessary to distribute work among one's team members. A successful corporate personality never does everything himself or herself. He is essentially backed by a group of equally capable and efficient people," says Jamal. v. Precision is key "Once you have decided what needs to be done and how to do it, the onus rests on you to execute your task with precision," he says. In this modern world where excellence is the order of the day, mediocrity has no place and no one knows it better than Jamal. "Being lackadaisical never helps. You must put in your best all the time, 365 days of the year," he says. ·A D Singh: My mantras for success vi. Look coporate, feel like a Sufi Success, to Jamal, is something you feel. "It is a relative term," he says. "Success, for some, stands for money; others find themselves much satisfied with fame. The best way to go about life is to look like a corporate person and feel like a Sufi. The moment you strike a balance between the two, failure can never touch you," he says. vii. Cleanse your mind for 15 minutes a day This, according to Jamal, is the most important part of his prescription. "As you start your day, set aside some time for yourself. This is the time when you should introspect, take a deep breath and meditate." Jamal feels it is essential for modern individuals to free the mind of the 60,000-odd thoughts that cross it every day. "Let your mind be a clean slate, a tabula rasa, for at least 15 minutes a day. It will help you to slow down, destress and unwind," says Jamal. The key to success lies in "going slow. "It may seem rather strange," he says, "but if psychologists are to be believed, calculative sluggishness can actually run speed out." This means that, if you plan your progress carefully, you can afford to be slow." DON'T MISS! ·8 leadership mantras Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Dr. HOUSE	The world is full of depression! People cope with it every day! Talk with your parents about it! See a doctor! You are TOO valuable as a human being to just selfishly commit such an act! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

me	see the psychologist it will help. I went to a suicide seminar today and she said that most extreme low suicidal feeling only last about 48 hrs. so please hold on till then hurting yourself and suicide is just a permanent solution to a temperary problem. Suicidal feelings are, in and of themselves traumatic. after they subside, you need to continue caring for yourself, therapy is a really good idea. I'm very glad that you recognized this and told your parents. here are some helpful websites: www.nimh.nih.gov/suicideresearch/conso... www.sfsuicide.org/html/quiz.html www.afsp.org/ www.sprc.org/index.asp good luck Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Christopher	Have You Talked To Your Parents About Trying Other Things? Try Sports, Be Yourself, Be More Nice, Be Always Happy. Change. Try Other Things. Thats What I Did. I Know It's Not A Very Good Answer, But I Used To Be Depressed, I Decided To Try Other Things And I'm Doing Good. Suicide Is Not The Answer! The Thing You Should Not Forget! NEVER GIVE UP!!! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

â™¥t\|nYâ™¥	What is depression? Depression is a mood disorder that causes you to feel sad or hopeless for an extended period of time. More than just a bout of "the blues" or temporary feelings of grief or low energy, depression can have a significant impact on your enjoyment of life, your work, your health, and the people you care about. Depression affects people differently. Some feel down for extended periods of time; for others the feelings of depression come and go. If you have short episodes of mild depression, you may be able to continue to work and take care of daily activities. However, if you do not seek some form of treatment for your depression, you are at risk for getting more depressed or becoming physically ill. In severe cases, depression can cause people to become incapable of communicating, unable to do routine activities, or suicidal. In these cases, it is essential to seek medical attention. People with depression may be reluctant to seek help because they feel that it is a sign of personal weakness or a character flaw or that they should be able to "pull out of it" on their own. We now know that depression, like other medical conditions, has a chemical and biological basis. Treatment for depression is safe and usually effective even for severely depressed people. If you think you may have depression, take a short quiz to evaluate your symptoms: Interactive Tool: Are you depressed? What causes depression? Depression may be triggered by stressful life events, other illnesses, certain drugs or medications, or inherited traits. Although causes of depression are not entirely understood, we know it is linked to an imbalance in brain chemistry. Once the imbalance is corrected, symptoms of depression generally improve. What are the symptoms? Depression is more than just the normal, temporary feelings of sadness and hopelessness associated with difficult life events. The symptoms of depression are often subtle at first. It can be hard to recognize that symptoms may be connected and that you might have depression. Common symptoms include: Depressed mood. Inability to enjoy activities. Problems concentrating. Changes in eating habits or appetite. Weight gain or weight loss. Changes in sleeping habits. Difficulty going to work or taking care of your daily responsibilities because of a lack of energy. Feelings of guilt and hopelessness; wondering if life is worth living (common). Slowed thoughts and speech. Preoccupation with thoughts of death or suicide. Complaints that have no physical cause (somatic complaints) such as headache and stomachache. All of these symptoms can interfere with your quality of life. Even if you don't have major depression, if you have experienced a few of these symptoms for at least 2 weeks you may have a less severe form of depression that still requires treatment. How is it treated? Depression is usually treated successfully with professional counseling, antidepressant medication, or a combination of the two. Often a combination of the two is most effective. People with depression usually can be treated as outpatients, but in severe cases a period of hospitalization may be necessary. If you have mild or moderate depression, you may be diagnosed and treated by your family health professional and a therapist or psychologist. If you have severe depression or other psychological disorders or do not respond to treatment, a psychiatrist, a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems, may be helpful. Let your health professional know if you suspect that you have depression, because it is often overlooked. If you are diagnosed with depression, you and your health professional can decide on the best treatment. The earlier you are treated, the more quickly you will recover. 1 How common is depression? If you have symptoms of depression, you are not alone. In the United States, an estimated 15% of people will have depression at some point in life, and chances of becoming depressed are even higher for certain people. For example: Women experience depression twice as often as men, although men are more likely to commit suicide as a result of depression. 2 Separated or divorced individuals, especially men, are more likely than married people to become depressed. People who have a serious illness are more likely to suffer from depression Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No