In your opinion, should I seek help for depression?

Question

It's been a rough few months. My girlfriend broke up with me after three years for no good reason. Now I'm staying with a friend of mine. I make good money, but because of bad insurance I've been bombarded with people taking me to court for healthcare stuff. I cant seem to get ahead.

I cant sleep at night. I lay in bed reading and then when I try to sleep...still cant. I cant wake up in the morning either. I used to be such a morning person before. NOw all I want to do is lay in bed...never leave the bed.

I've been working...but my energy levels are so low I cant work like I used to. I constantly feel sick too...although I'm not.

Also...i've been thinking very bad things. very bad indeed. not that i would ever act on them. but I still cant help but listen to sad music and get a bit emotional on the way to work.

I've not been enjoying what I used to. I've been playing a fair amount of shows (guitarist and singer) but just dont get any joy out of it anymore.

I do have lots of friends...go out drinking WAY too much (although I have not had a drink this week). I put a good front on...still make people laugh and dont take my problems out on others. They are mine...not theirs.

Any suggestions? sorry this is so long. should i see my primary care doc? counsellor? shrink? and I dont believe in god, so I cant be saved. But I've thought of talking to a priest.

Answer 1

It sounds like you need to talk or vent I'm sure that talking about this here made you feel better already. If your having thoughts of harming yourself or others that you cannot dismiss you should seek immediate attention so you don't hurt yourself or anyone else. I feel for you man hang in there. Never give up just keep fighting you will make it through this.

Answer 2

hey, you definitely need help from professional. however I'm glad you are aware of your current situation.  

please do not wait and seek for help ! you need to get someone to talk to and bring you back who you are like previous !

I hope you can really get out from this circle and boots up again !  

Answer 3

I think you have a good possibility to be sad enough to be depressed, but you can fight it pretty well, without any doc.

If you call a doc, they will give you some meds like, for sleep.

Music is a source, try searching very relaxing musics, don't think that you are going to sleep, think istead that you are going to relax yourself only.

You broke with your girlfriend, and? You will find another girl, probably it's cause you still love her someway cause you liked your past way to love her.

Probably if you find another girl, in 2 days you will come back to sleep.

You need love, so remember my words, go out and find your new love :D

Love saves a lot :)

Answer 4

Sounds like you need help getting things back into perspective.  Go see your primary doctor and talk to him first.

frankly, you need more help than this forum can provide.

Answer 5

yes, seek help at your nearest clinic.

Seeking help for Depression is no different than those who seek help for other medical issues.

I sought help for Depression and was in counseling for 4 yrs.  Best thing I ever did.

Answer 6

THIS AMERICAN THING OF ALWAYS SEEKING PROFESSIONAL HELP SUCCCCCCCCCCKS

U`LL GET OVER IT MY LIFE HAS SUCKED BEFORE AND NOW I`M OK D

LIFE IS ALWAYS WORTH LIVING IF ONLY IT MIGHT GO BETTER IN TIMES TO COME

AS I ALWAYS SAY

PS I`M 23 AND A LAWYER-HENCE I UNDERSTAND WHAT LEGAL ISSUES MEAN

I`D SUGGEST SHOPPING AND BINGE EATING INSTEAD OF SEEING A  PSYCHOLOGIST THEN AGAIN U SAID U` MALE

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DON`T WORRY ANYWAY WE ALLLLLL GO THROUGH THIS OCCASIONALLY

Answer 7

You're on the right track.

Go to your GP and s/he will help decide what kind of therapy would be best for you.

Depression can develop or worsen quickly, if not treated.  It sounds to me that you're displaying some of the most well-observed  signs.

Knowing something is wrong is one of the first steps to recovery.

Answer 8

Don't drink alcohol.  It makes depression worse and it could be contributing to your sleeping problem.

I think you should visit your primary care doc and see what he/she thinks.  He/she may treat you or decide to send you to a psychiatrist.

Try to eat healthy and keep pushing yourself to get out and do stuff.  Good luck to you.