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writes:i still need advice,i used to be the most cheerful person youd ever meet but ive been battling depression for quite a while now,almost 5 months,it started out severe, i couldnt eat i couldt sleep couldnt concentrate i was just very negative. Its not as severe anymore i think i have just gotten used to it. And now heres my problem ive been depressed for so loong that i have forgotten how i used to feel and when i do feel emotion its is very dull. Sometimes i know what i want to feel but for some reason i just cant, like there is a block in the way or somthing. And sometimes i can weeks without experienceing any emotion cuz im so used to blocking it out. what can i do to get back to being myself? My dad was born with manic depression hes been battling it all his life and my mom had anxiety issues when she was young so i guess i could have clinical depression. Only i dont know what to do, i cant go to my family about it becuase they are already fed up with me saying that i complain to much and that im always in a bad mood and that im crazy. Id tell my boyfriend about it but he has his own issues right now he doesnt need anymore stress.Id go to my friends but im homeschooled. This is basically a day to day battle for me and im fighting it completly alone....and im loosing.
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reader, Royofthe Rovers  +, writes (13 April 2007):
 I am going through a depression in my life at the moment and I can confirm how you feel about things.
You need to speak to someone about this, the sooner the better. No-one can be expected to carry that around inside themselves forever.
Your still very young so being depressed at this age is tough. Your family must realise your state of mind considering your Dad had similar problems.
Talking to someone will help eliviate the stress a little, but I would highly recommed you see your doctor and see what they say.
My thoughts are with you.
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reader, Zim +, writes (13 April 2007):
 Everyone goes through something similar to this. What is important is that you see your family doctor about it. There may be routes he can suggest that you haven't thought of. If the problem is not physical then it is likely he will refer you to a psychologist. I really respect people who are willing to go and see a psychiatrist. It shows that they are trying to help themselves get better and I cannot respect a person more for doing that.
With regard to the "block" feeling you have, I think I may have an answer. But first I need to ask a question. Are you getting much sleep? Whenever I have had a lack of sleep due to worry or feeling low, the next day and for a few days after that I have found it very difficult to express emotion. When you go to bed, are you thinking constantly before you try to go to sleep? This isn't recommended as it has been proven that the brain needs at least one hour of rest before the body can properly rest. Try it. Perhaps read a book just before you go to bed. That always helps me. But I digress...
Going back to my original points I would really recommend that you go to see your doctor or a psychologist. They will be able to give you a definitive answer and will be able to help you get through this.
I hope that helped! Please reply back if I have missed anything out.
ZIM
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reader, Dr. Mark  +, writes (13 April 2007):
First thing to do is go to your family doctor and tell her/him how you are feeling. Be sure to let her know that it's been going on a long time. Your family cannot help you. I think you should let them know how you are feeling though, but tell them you are going to see the doctor about it. This way they can be more understanding while you are doing something about it.
Your doctor will likely want to rule out possible physical problems, and can offer some limited amounts of guidance and advise. If it is not physically related, you should see a councilor. Your doctor should be able to recommend one. Find out if you employer has an EAP program to get you free, short term counselling. That might be all you need, but they can help you find help if you need more.
Hang in there though. EVERYONE gets down from time to time. You are not alone.
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