Incredibly depressed-can anyone relate?

Question

why is it after i got over my long depression....and didn't have any symptoms or anxiety at all, it comes back? about 2 years ago my depression for off the roof. then i went on a month long vacation and after i returned i felt so free and relaxed and happy and completely cured. then the next summer my depression creeped up on me out of nowhere. little by little, i could feel it.

why does that happen??

also, i feel like i have no energy at all...not even to open an email. i feel so hopeless and worthless, its unbelievable. even places where i should have fun stress me out. :(

can anyone relate? any ideas?

yes, i have a therapist but afraid to take meds.

Answer 1

You really do need to see a therapist. By now half the entire world is taking meds for one thing or another, so you shouldn't feel out of sorts with it.

Some people stay on meds for years, while some others may only need it for a short period of time.

I found some interesting articles at  www.depression and anxietypain.com

Stay focused,

SL

Answer 2

I would talk with a doctor, and not worry about meds, that could be a life or death decision. I definately understand the depression and have been dx a couple time with it. First was post partum an recently I have been on meds for a couple months. If you decide to go the med route, do not just quit taking them once you feel better. I did and within 2 days I was having the self pitty and worthlessness feelings 10 fold.  

Answer 3

I also suffer from depression. I have been on many medications. However in the last 2 years have been able to stop medications. Now when I do get depressed I look at my diet. Are you getting enough protein. I don't eat meat every day, so I find if I don't get enough I start getting depressed.

I know that creeping up feeling and your right it's no fun and nobody can understand. There are some medications now that are not as bad as they used to be and can be taken for a short term.

Good luck!  

Answer 4

You should take meds. I suffer from depression off and on. I really have to force myself to do things even on medication. It happens because it may be an unresolved issue you have or a chemical imbalance. Good luck =)

Answer 5

Most likely this is depression again. First, I would like to say that depression may be linked to your genetics. If someone in your family has it there is a possibility you may have it. Depression can come and go with time. You may want to try Medicine. But I'm warning you, medicine isn't for everyone. It makes some people feel zombie-like. It a matter of finding the right prescription. Psychiatrists can prescribe you medicine. SSRI'S are used to treat the chemical embalance in your brain. Medicines are found highly effective in treating depression. Feelling likr you have no energy at all are signs of depression. I was once like that, I didn't even want to get up from my bed and out of my room. I was severly depressed, and finally went on meds, its been a while and now im on the right pill. I feel for ya ..  depression is  a horrible feeling, but I am always here for you, even though I do not know you lol. So feel FREE to email me.

Answer 6

Need to adopt new positive ideas, and be around good people. Sounds like you have chronic depression. Maybe you need to let go of some things in your life that are causing this negative emotions. Do some praying

Answer 7

Do you take anything for cholesterol? Do you consume artificial sweeteners? Do you have a whole foods diet? I stopped my cholesterol med and quit my gallon a day of Diet Coke. It made a great difference, but I do still feel depression creep up on me. Then again, I have few things to be depressed about. After six months, I just started to walk or ride my bike. So yes, I know what you mean. Email me if you are taking cholesterol meds, I will have much to tell you.

Pharmacist who's life was almost ruined by Lipitor