I'm Depressed

I just dont get the science of depression. Are doctors sure they have to medicate so many patients for depression? I have never being diagnosed with depression but I think I might have came close once. I started to find various things that may be wrong with me but my doctor combatted everyone and assured me I was in very good health. As far as I can evaluate now I was just trying to run away from a failure I had recently faced instead of owning up moving on. My doc must have had an idea that all along something was bothering me as he asked if there was someone that I could talk to like my pastor or mother. He could have diagnosed me as being depressed and it makes me wonder just what measure is used for diagnosing depression. Now like you I am positive I would have reacted similarly to being placed on medications. That would have definately snapped the depression out of me. I hate it when I dont feel in control of my life. The one thing that concerns me is that you suffered from PPD before this. I know that this can be really hard on women. I wonder if depression is one of those bothersome conditions which tend to go into recession and then return at those times when one is not at their best or if you can totally rid yourself of it. Good luck and I hope your doc was at least wrong. (lol)

In today's society depression is a common thing. But one has to try to find a solution to depression before it agravates. Be it post-partum depression or any other kind of depression, there are solutions. You will be the best to judge depending upon your preference and choice as to which approach to follow. First of all, instead of constantly reminding yourself that you are depressed, keep on telling yourself that you are happy. Thinking positive can work miracles. Think about your good memories. Think about the things you always used to enjoy doing. Simply think positive. Keep yourself busy. Another approach is exercise. Exercise helps to remove toxins from body and makes you feel better. Spirituality is the best option. Try meditating or doing yoga. When I am depressed I never take medications nor have taken till now. You can light sweet fragrant candles or incense sticks. Just close your eyes and think about God. Meditate on god and all his loving characters. Try talking with your friends and loved ones about your problems. Even if you don't get any solution, just talking relieves the heart a lot. If none of the above works for you just put on a music that you love and start dancing vigourously. When you start sweating, you will feel a lot lighter. Try practising some of the suggestions. Don't give up easily. It may take some time to show signs of improvement. All the best dear.

sometimes..but had deal with it knowing that its only me who can treat it or balances it...recognizing the systoms is the best way and try to relax meditiate and think of another things that can make me happy...taking any medicine cant help but aggravate more i guess..

I never had any kind of luck with medication. I found regular aggressive exercise and talk therapy did a lot. The exercise helped me with my brain chemistry, the talk therapy helped me figure out what was triggering me so that I cold develop ways of dealing with it before the depression got so bad I couldn't help myself. It took me a long time to figure all this stuff out - it definitely wasn't over night. Good luck.

first let me offer you a hug.Also let me offer you some advice.I have been through what you are now going through.You almost feel like your at the bottom of a well with no light or hope of escape.Just know your not alone.This is a hard question to answer.Sometimes I am not sure there really is an answer to give anyone peace of mind.Always talk to someone a friend or family member if you do not think medical treatment is right for you.Never keep it all in that is never good.The dark always gets darker without support and light.Be open and honest with a person you trust.If you ever feel worse never neglect going forth with medical treatment.It can be hard to take that first step but it is something you need to do for your self and your kids.I wish you luck and never lose sight there is always light around the bend.Hugs...

I use to manage depression, listening musiq, playing violen and i like chocolates, and i feel i get refreshed after having my chocolates. And best remedy is Meditation, try breathing exercise, it will help you balance and handle depression.

Yes I am currently medicated and it was the best thing that ever happened to me. I did not get serious ppd with my babies but the depression was so bad when I was pg with my second and after having three miscarriages in a row before having my first one, that being medicated was what i needed. I was crying at the drop of a hat, it was HORRIBLE. I was temptd to try alternative herbs to help it but with trying to get pg, it was not an option. Now that I have surpassed all that, I do not feel that getting off my meds is something I will ever do. It is what it is. I am okay with it and I am a better mom because of it!

I think you would like to read a discussion that I posted long time ago. It was about how to find a natural way to beat depression. http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/478387.aspx# I an still using the same food supplements and am really grateful that they exist. Now there is another fish oil available - it has all eight components that should be in Omega3, so it may be even more efficient, but the plain Salmon oil does wonders too.

sure I have, it is very common most people are or have been depressed at least once in their lives.

yes I agree with you every one gets depressed and after haveing a baby I got it too.that brings me to the question about Bipolor if everyone gets depressed shouldn't we all be taking all kinds of meds because every one is bipolor at one time or another

Yes, and why not? In my view more than the suffering from depression, being called or diagnosed as 'depressed' brings more trauma.Read todays Times of India newspaper, dated: 30-03-2008. In one of the articles on depression, the author prompts to cheer up with a glass of champagne, when depressed, for it has its own advantages too. Aristotle found that bouts of depression in a person would bring in tremendous insights into one's life. So why late? THREE CHEERS!!!

Yes, why not? More than suffering due to depression, it is the idea that 'somebody is depressed' causes a lot of discomfort.In today's Times of India, dated: 30-03-2008 an article on depression recommends a cheer up with a glass of champagne for beng depressed. According to the article, depression too has its advantages. And Aristotle said a bout of depression brings in tremendous insights about one's life. So, say THREE CHEERS!!!

Everyone has the time in depression and the only difference is the grade.I dont suggest to resort the medicine to solve the problem because this way will make you be a patient.I think you can do many things to relieve yourself.Such as, listening to the music,watching film,doing exercises,talking to your friends or your families,thinking about many happy things.How to treat the depression is most important.Remember depression is ususl!

Yes, i was also depressed for a long time due to the ongoing problems with life. I was not interested in anything and nothing was going right with me. Even today the depression still haunts me but i am living with it as I have to live for my wife and for my parents who love me very much. I have stopped taking any meds and i am just practising yoga and meditation and i can say i have started loving my life as well. My suggestion to every one is not to go for meds as it would give you temporory happiness but gives you lot of trouble and side effects. just drink lot of water and be courages to face anything in life.I am also fan of the depression blog which might help you http://trainyourmind.blogspot.com Thanks bye

Sometimes I got frustrated but not really depressed.I can always forget it and move on.I think if depression is serious,we need doctor's help,also pills to control mood.But if it's not that severe,you can try something new to cheer up yourself.Don't just trap yourself in family or some troublesome stuff.

I got diagnosed a few years back with depression. They gave me a questionnaire to fill out before they diagnosed me with it. They put me on medication for it after a while I quit taking it because to me it did no good. I made more of a effort to look at the positive things in my life rather than the negatives. I am optimistic about things and always try to think positive. If something happens that might bring me down, I try to take care of it quickly. If I can't, then it's god's will and there is nothing I can do about it. But trust me, my care free attitude gets me into trouble at times. Hope this helps. Thanks

Well, I've been diagnosed with sever depression. They tried medicating me with all kinds of things. I am like you though, I don't believe medication should be pushed onto anything more than medically necessary. They tried putting me on many different meds... None of them helped... None of them. I may just be too depressed for help. Haha! I tried therapy every week and nothing helped. You just may be stressed over many different things happening in your life... I know you've shared a few. I've come to realize that I am the only person who can make me happy, like it or not. Meds just don't work for me. In some cases, they made it worse. Depression can last a day or your whole life if you let it. What I do now is "pretend" I'm happy, and when I do "pretend" I actually feel happy!! ;) Just pretend nothing is wrong and life is good no matter what... You may end up believing it!! Just my advice... may be twisted though... I am "severly depressed" so it may just be me!...

I am also depressed right at this moment. I have been looking for a job here in Singapore and it is really tough to get a nice one nowadays. I studied here for six months and I haven't taken my On the job training. The salary is too low and I cant survive with. I have a lot of interviews and it seems that they really want me for the position, but in the end, still, they chose someone else. Been depressed looking for a job, and I am just hoping that sooner or later, I can find that best job for me. It been a tough experience but it also challenging on my part. I can learn a lot from this experience as my depression is very simple. Many people out there are suffering from other things more than I do. Could be sickness... I wish I can get that Job i am looking for. very soon!!

do this meditation i think it will help you steps close the door of your room.sit in relaxed manner.let your body to be easy.take 3 long breathes.now follow your breathes for 10 to 15 mins. after that you repeat within yourself that i am acceping every circumstances which are going around me for 5 mins.do this for 2 weeks.best time for doing this meditation before bed time. i think it will give you a positive result.