Originally posted by: RightIsWrong
I'm surprised at how many people are or have gone through this and I admire your courage in not only dealing with your own problems/issues related to it but also trying to reach out and help others. Much respect!
I would honestly suggest trying hypnosis. I had an issue that was driving me nuts and I wasn't able to solve it and fought with it for many years but was able to do a complete 180º after only a couple of sessions and the results have held up.
For me, it was really nice because I have a paranoia about taking meds and really was surprised at just how quick, easy, effective and long lasting it has been.
Here's a couple of things that I was able to find related to hypnosis and depression:
MSN: Ask a doctor Q&A
Geared towards fear/phobia, not depression....but watch the video anyway (The article below it is just the video transcript but not as powerful)
I'm pretty sure depression is a bigger problem in this country than anyone realizes. It's most likely just going to get even worse as time goes on as well. Considering general americans habits n such..
Originally posted by: Kaolccips
Originally posted by: SSSnail
Shit mate, you're not doing it right then, because it's something that can ever be "done".Originally posted by: Kaolccips
Originally posted by: SSSnail
Have you tried girls?
Been there, done that.
No but I can honestly say I'm really not looking for a relationship right now. They are work and just adds to shit I need to have on my mind, which I'd rather not have.
Originally posted by: Kadarin
What I'd like to know is why is everyone so depressed these days? Is the government putting something in the water or something?
Water around here gives people spinal problems or some shit lol.. So much iron in the water it looks cloudy. Can't drink it.
Originally posted by: Zaitsev
I don't have depression so I can't speak from my personal experience. However, my cousin (27) has had bad depression her whole life, and medication has helped her tremendously. It was frustrating to watch because she would be on meds for 6 months and show excellent improvement. Then her mother would tell her she didn't need the meds any more and should stop taking them. :| Of course she would relapse, have a break down of sorts and then start the medication again. This cycle continued for many years before she started listening to her doctor and not her stubborn mom.
I can't remember the specific meds she's tried off hand, but I could very easily find out if you'd like. From what I recall though, the proper medication is different between patients.
Yeah exact shit has happened with my mom so many times. She would start feeling good then quit taking them thinking shes "cured". Then she would have a complete crazyperson break down and starts taking them all over again. Which is where my depression comes from, my parents both have had problems with it for a long time.
Thanks a lot. I'm definitely going to check a book out on that. I think fixing the way I think about things and analyze the world would help way more than a pill ever could. Thats just what I was looking for.
And about the Navy. Yeah I have actually been thinking about that.. It would give me something to do in my life, exercise, travel a bit.. feel good about doing something.. Though the only problem is I got a pretty bad fear of oceans lol.. soo.. Had to rule that one out. Plus I don't think I could handle being on a boat for so long knowing I can't just walk out and go on a walk on actual land.. being all cooped up in those little rooms n stuff.. I'd go crazy.
And peace corps.. yeah I've been considering that as the alt.. Even if I can't be happy, it still makes me happy helping others.. so I think even though I'd never be truly happy I could at least feel good about my life and help others who are even less fortunate.
edit: Btw thanks a lot to everyone who has replied. I really appreciate it. I didn't expect so many great answers. May good things come yalls way.