I think I'm depressed, what do I do?

Question

I'm twelve years old, and I have all of the adolescent signs of depression. I think my parents have somewhat noticed it... but I completely think I have it. But I'm avoiding talking to my parents about it, I don't know why! I think it's because I don't want to be wrong or make them think that I want to kill myself, which at most times I want to. I think I need the medication, but I don't know what to do! Someone, anyone, I need some guidance. I don't have a lot of people to go to, so any one's advice... is appreciated. Thanks very much.

This link shows the adolescent symptoms:

http://www.enotalone.com/article/9758.html

Answer 1

Step 1: Ensure your emotion is controlled daily. Don't over reacted, stay calm and don't get worry easily

Step 2: Think before your action. Don't repeat her past experience on herself. Remind herself from time to time.

Step 3: Be confident to yourselves. Remember everyone is the winner. "Only One sperms out of millions fertilize an egg"

Step 4: Get a group of close friends to share your experience and get some activities that would occupied your time

Step 5: Increase scope of life. Meaning that she should involve in more social activities like dancing, outing and others.

Step 6: Put a rubberband on the wrist. If there is a negative thought, Tighten the rubber band and release it. Hence the effect of the pain would be able to reduce the possibility of negative thought.

Good Luck.

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Good Luck.

You may read more articles of mine through

Besides, If you have more psychological problem, please write to me at

http://drgeorgeleow.blogspot.com/

Answer 2

Because you are at the threshold, first see page R, then DEPRESSION IN THE YOUNG: PAGE Z.11, and teen depression, female depression, page V, and the rest of section 2 of my website, at http://www.ezy-build.net.nz/~shaneris

There is a quiz, (also via section 1) which you could do, then print, and take to your school counselor. Suicidal thoughts are addressed in section 5; contact the hotlines when needed, and see the resources in the first page, and page K, in section 13: coolnurse has free US calls.

Answer 3

If you have 5 of the 9 below for over 2 weeks, it could be depression.

1. Depressed mood

2. Loss of interest in usual activities

3. Loss of appetite

4. Insomnia

5. Psychomotor retardation (slow thought or movement)

6.Loss of energy

7. Feelings of worthlessness and guilt

8. Diminished ability to think and poor concentration

9. Suicidal thought or action

See site below for natural help. There can be many causes.

http://www.phifoundation.org/heal.html

Answer 4

hun if u really feel that way u should talk to ur parents b cuz if u think u need the meds they are the only ones who can help you...but if u ever need to talk you can email me k

Answer 5

What you may be going through is what I went through when I was younger. As I got older, most feelings of depression went away, but I think that hormonal changes really played an important role in how I felt. I was placed on medication for bi-polar disorder and felt so happy, you couldn't make me depressed even if I wanted to be. The only problem is after I went off the medication, I was WAY more depressed and had pshycosis for about 2 years afterward. If you don't feel like you can go without the meds, take them but just make sure to be dilligent and take them consistently and do not discontinue since most people who quit them have feelings of or attempt suicide within the first year after. Then again, you may be like me and get over it about 21 years old. good luck with whatever you choose and I would definately talk to your parents about it since they may just either talk you through what you need, or take you to someone who can give you better advice or may know how to help you deal with things better.

Answer 6

Hey sweetie, its really good that you spoke up, admitting that you have depression is the first step to recovery.  Even if you havent yet found a way to tell your parents, you know you need help, and thats healthy.  I guess if I were you, Id start by saying 'hey mom and dad, Ive been feeling a little down lately, I dont know if you have noticed, but I dont know whats wrong with me, and Im scared.  Do you think I should talk to someone?'  Or something like that.  Your parents love you, so they'll care and they'll listen.  Dont be afraid, and good luck sweetie!!!

Answer 7

i am 16 and have suffered from depression. the only way to safely handle it is to talk. if you don't feel comfortable talking to your parents, try a close friend or the school counselor. I promise you that things WILL get better and this is just a bump in the road.

please email me if you want to talk to someone who has experienced it. Just remember that you are a strong and wonderful person who is better than that!!