I dont know whats happening to me?

Question

im 16 and was diagnosed with depression a couple years ago. now, i go through a week where im very happy and confident, pretty much on top of the world without any worries, to a week like im in right now where im very depressed and find it nearly impossible to get out of bed. i feel teary all the time and am thinking of suicide a lot. i cut myself last night for the first time in about 3 weeks.

i also go through periods where i compulsively exercise and starve myself for a week or two, then go back to normal.

this has been happening for a few months.

is it all just part of depression?

Answer 1

you may be bipolar. im bipolar now. you should go see a doctor and ask them about bipolar disorder.

Answer 2

I think your Biopolar, and you get moods swing.

Answer 3

It sounds like there is something else going on along with he depression. I know how you are feeling I went through the same thing and I found it really hard to cope because I was very angry at all the stuff in my life that I had no control over. I still think about suicide every day but I just know that that is not an option. I take lexapro every day and I have found someone to talk to and that helps me let off some steam instead of cutting my self. Try to find someone you trust and can talk to about your feelings even if it is just writing it down at least it is out. And if nothing else find a counselor who can help you find ways to cope with what is going on. Good luck Honey keep your head up even when you don't want to.