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writes: Hey thereI hate to ask questions on here but I just wanted some peoples advice...I think Im suffereing from depression.. I have been feeling very very down lately and I havent been able to focus on things that concern Work, Family or even my Boyfriend.I dont mean Ive been pushing them away, I jsut mean that I have had no energy to put a positive input in them.I am waiting to see a psychologist but im scxared incase I am given medication...I am also having terrible trouble sleeping at night and am self concious about my eyes as they are horrible with conjunctivitis.. My boyfriend said my system is run down but I dont know why cause I am used to doing my full time hours and havent been doing any overtime due to a recent illness..I hope you can helpAll answers appreciated
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reader, anonymous, writes (30 March 2006): I know alot of people are scared by the word 'couceling' but it really does help...i know first hand at what its like to be depressed...you feel alone and think no one will understand or they may think your wierd, and you just cant seem to get rid of that 'empty' feeling, but its nothing to be ashamed of, alot of people suffer with depression for no reason atall but if you have it, you cant escape it!! Counselling really does help. You do need to receive help to conquer it and you will conquer it, it will take time but it will happen. You could also try other things rather than medication like meditation, hypnosis, acupuncture, or even simple things like excersise or a new hobby that you enjoy. You should talk it over with your doctor as to what kind of treatment is best for you, its your choice they cant make you take medication if you dont want to as other options work just as well, but it does need to get sorted out soon. keep ya chin up hunny there is a light at the end of the tunnel, i found it and you can too x x x
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reader, willywombat  +, writes (30 March 2006):
 The first female anon is right. Exercise helps a great deal in clinical depression. It boosts the body's own natural endorphins and helps maintain a balanced steady mood. She is wrong saying it is not a treatment for depression tho, as more research has been carried out and it shows it can help with mild cases of depression. It is just making yourself start to exercise in the first place! Especially when everything seems *such an effort*. It also helps by getting outside into natural daylight and into the fresh air.
As for going to a psychologist for help....psychologists do not prescribe drugs. They can suggest a prescription to you GP who CAN tho. Psychologists in general diagnose and help with cognitive behavioural therapies. But can I just point out that using anti depressants has this HUGE stigma around it and quite frankly I think it is appalling! If you ahd diabetes you would use insulin. If you had epilepsy you would take anti-epileptics....so were is the problem in taking antidepressants when you ahve clinical depression. They can be the thing you need to enable you to get you life and negative thoughts back on track....especailly when used in conjunction with therapy.
As a person who ahd HER LIFE SAVED by the use of medication, I am not ashamed to say that they help! They do not make you into a happy zombie. They do not have monstous side effacts like the antipsychotic drugs of decades past. They help you regulate your moods and behaviours til you learn to cope with life again. If your arm was broken would you continulally lean on it so it hurt. No. You would have a plaster put on to protect it form harm until it was better. That is all this sort of medication does.
As for your eyes, you need to see your GP and get antibiotic drops to soothe the inflammation and help them heal.
I am always here if you want to talk, as I really understand what you are going thru. I have been there and it all looks so very bleak.. BUT it will get better with the right help.
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reader, anonymous, writes (30 March 2006): Oh dear! Darlin... I don't know what to say... I don't want to say anything that will worsen your situation. I think you are correct about diagnosing yourself as being depressed... but, do you know why?? I mean, are you disappointed about something? I think it is a very good idea for you to see a doctor. If your fear is that you do not want to take medication, then I think you can tell the doctor that. Something else can be worked out. Try talking to your boyfriend and family and other friends... try going on a vacation... try buying yourself something that you have always wanted... try to get a pet... but, I really do think you should see a doctor. I hope you feel better soon sweets... hope that helps.
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reader, anonymous, writes (30 March 2006): I too suffer some with depression. I have found that exercise helps me more than anything. After a workout, I feel like I've accomplished something, done something good for my health and my apperance. (Some evidence suggests that exercise postively affects the levels of mood-enhancing neurotransmitters in the brain.) It also helps me sleep at night...I'm physically tired and my mind is less likely to keep me up.The hardest part is beginning a routine. Just start with a 30 minute walk each day around your neighborhood. Most towns have a low cost gym or receration center. Some high schools and colleges also have faculities you can use at a small cost. The important thing is to do something.Now, exercise is not a treatment for depression, so do go to the doctor if your depression lasts for more than a couple weeks. They are there to help you. Also, discuss your fears about medication with him/her.As for the conjunctivitis, I believe the treatment is eye drops or oral antibiotics.All the best.
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