Where can I find someone to talk to?

Question

I've been experiencing the so called dysthymic depression for about 5 years. All this time I've failed to make this problem go away, and I'm afraid that recently it's gotten much worse... All of a sudden, I've lost the incentive to even do anything... I don't feel like I can accomplish the things I want to, nor the energy to do the things I want to do because I no longer see how it will make things better for me in the long run... I feel that no matter how hard I try, people around me won't like me for being "mentally ill" or for just having self-esteem problems in general. This problem gets even worse because I can't even talk about these things to my family. Doing so has barely ever had any good outcome... they will simply go on denial about this depression I'm experiencing. Outside of my family I have no support. This means that I have to hold in a lot of the troubles I'm facing.

Where can I find someone I can talk to and be open with? Where can I find someone who won't be so ignorant and judgmental as to say "stop feeling sorry for yourself" or "don't be so selfish." I've tried several hotlines, but I'd rather talk to someone I can stay in touch with for a long time. Where can I find someone? Are there websites or other sources?

Answer 1

myspace

facebook

just go out and meet people just get the thought out of your head that you cant talk to people

Answer 2

HI. I would suggest talking to your giudance counselor when you go back to school. They should be able to find someone for you to talk to or a group. But in the meantime try to find a creative outlet, like poetry, reading or writting. Sometimes keeping a journal can help you get through your toughest promblems. Or try talking to your friends as for websights im not really sure what you can find but google it and such. I hope you find someone to talk to or a way to make you not feel so bad.

Answer 3

on hereeee.. or a chat online thing.

Answer 4

Jeez!! Life seemed simple till I read this

Answer 5

People who are highly intelligent are so much more likely to fall into a pit of depression or anxiety than not. Trust me, I know.

As I was incapable of seeing anything but the "bigger picture," each activity seemed to be insignificant enough to lament. What I found was that MY LIFE was that bigger picture, all I needed to do was line my ambitions with my actions, and all of those irritating little things became a part of it.

FYI, that was about when I stopped smoking weed every day. Not to say that it isn't healthy to smoke every once in a while, but weed does this to people sometimes.

Social Advice- Don't give a **** what you say to people. Just think aloud, don't pressure yourself into a topic. Have the utmost confidence in everything that you do or say.

Answer 6

Hey, I'm here =D

Depression for me goes in & out, but at the times that it does hit me and makes me the most moody/pessimistic/suicidal-thinking girl in the world, I just like to think about TOMORROW. Like, a person shouldn't think so far out into the future because nothing happens the way you want it to happen. Just know that life is so unexpected. Like this one time I was feeling like ****, I decided to take a shower cause showers make me feel better. So, I step into the shower and then the metal bar that holds the shower curtain fell on my head! I was laughing even though it hurt because you know, I WAS NOT expecting for that to happen! LOL.

I know what it feels like to have that nagging problem and feel powerless about it... but you don't have to let the bad feelings control you, just focus on the good things that CAN happen in life!

Answer 7

Why don't you try to talk to a good psychologist!? I think they could help. Another choice (but I still recommend you do talk to a psychologist, preferably a woman) is to use the message boards scattered around. There has to be something you like and there is a message board for that somewhere (i.e. for gamers there is a large community at gamefaqs.com). Also, I don't know how old are you, but if you are school age, then try talking to some people, people that you know will talk to you (not the first person you see duh). Another good idea is to keep yourself busy with a hobby or something else, but still if you have access to a place with lots of people (i.e. school, college) then try to talk to people there, try talking to those who are alone, they might like talking to you.

Answer 8

Considering the fact that you are aware of your present condition, I can say that you are not mentally ill my friend. Depression is another thing. I know 'coz i've been thru that for 2 years. I got out of it by finding the courage to go out of my shell, engage in activities, and connect with the people nearest to me.

There are some websites and hotlines that offer assistance. But believe me, I never tried those. Medications are also available to relieve the anxiety, but, again, I never resorted to those. The best solution lies within you. Revive the initiative to try new things. Maybe you're derpressed because you're bored. Believe in yourself. And keep the faith in Him.

Answer 9

ride the bus!

heaps of weirdos who want to talk to people ride the bus

or find a homeless

Answer 10

A close friend is the best answer I can give you. Also, forget all the pre-determined thoughts you have about therapists. They are actually truly nice people, who can help you, talk about whatever you want, and you can keep a long term relationship with them.

I hope you find the help you need! good good good luck!

P.S. I have a friend who is going through depression as well, so if you don't find anyone to talk to, I'm open and don't hesitate to message me. I've been told I'm a good listener and I won't make any judgments.

Answer 11

i can relate to you when saying you dont talk to your family about it...

i dont tell them cause i try and put this image up that nothing bothers me and im just some happy go luck guy

i just dont want to worry them or have them feel sry for me...

your not alone mang!