blue rooster
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go on a camping trip, preferably, overnight. Nature has a funny way of centering our attitude. achieving balance is key. |
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macleod221@btinternet.com
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your not a freak do u self harm? have you tried suicide it's not worth it I've been there once you start people then think ur a freak. i know what a relief it is when u do, i still do, i know unless ur in that situation other people don't understand whats its like ur not alone don't think u r. u do well i do cause it's the only way i can cope it's away of releasing ur self |
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Jestin
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I'm the same way. I'm on Effexor XR 150MG for Depression and Anxiety. also I take Valuim for panic and anxiety dissorder. I'm diagnosed with bipolar and it' is normal to be High and low like your talking about. You should seek medical attention if you feel like your gona hurt your self or someone else. :)
Hope you get better..
Jestin |
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Zaq Q
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I’m a bit like you. I find that I attract whatever I think of. When I think positively I do positive things, vice versa with negative things. |
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hank_scorpio
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You would definitely benefit from correct medication in conjunction with CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy), get a good psychiatrist and/or counsellor |
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mary
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i think it helps cry everything out..sad songs and movies stir up emotions that are just sitting underneath so it helps get everything all out. and if your searching for certain questions, maybe it helps you see you arent the only one.
you are the only one that does this believe me |
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Pill Popper
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i don't do anything of the sort...i just sleep when depressed.
but its whatever flots your boat |
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gerrifriend
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I don't think you are that unusual. I hope that's some consolation to you. |
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rockrollradio
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your not a freak. |
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MWD (WAR EAGLE!)[Gmen]
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idk exactly know what u mean when i'm depress i view other questions to see how i can relax i play my ps3 too relax. |
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kittykat
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maybe it helps you feel that you are not alone. But, if it is making you fell worse then do not put yourself through that. If you read these questions so you can help them then it is helping you. However, if it is bringing you down further then there is no good in this.
Do not gravitate to what makes you feel even worse. Your not a freak at all. You are aware of what your doing to yourself so that now you can change. |
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Mr-K-
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I think sometimes people search for things that reflect their mood, for example depressing music to vent and show how you feel. I've done it many times, the problem is like you have said makes you more low and really sh***y. The answer is to turn it on it's self, so do the opposite. Get around uplifting such and put on music and things that really lifts your spirits, you will feel sooo much better. Give it ago. |
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Tom
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when i'm depressed i listen to sad music. This does not help. If I only listened to happy music then I would feel much better. It's just a case of forcing yourself to do something sociable or fun rather than sit at home and feel awful whilst listening to Everybody Hurts by REM. |
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Nog
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It's pretty normal. If you are happy, the positive feelings feed into you attracting more and more. If you are depressed, same happens other way round.
I had depression a few years back. Not pleasant at all. I did exactly what you are describing. I think it's just a part of the human pyschology. Go to docs for your depression, see a counsellor, notice the small things in life, write them down and say thankyou for them.
Best of luck to you. |
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T
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ya thts wat i do to..... but i try to help other ppl not be like me to! plus if im here i wnt be hurting myself... so no ur not alone! |
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Free Your Mind
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Maybe you're really just looking for a solution, and the fact that you aren't seeing or recognizing any is what is causing you to draw further into your depression. Talk it out with someone. |
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Rach
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do you know what helps when i feel depressed? CHOCOLATE. I'm not even joking. On really bad days i have up to 6 pieces of chocolate (hehe). It really works. |
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Withoutaclue
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In a way its really good that you know whats happening to you and that you can explain it because alot of people cant. I sort of do what you do only i look for information so i can tell myself that i can get over it, self help sort of sites, mental health chatrooms that kind of thing. I take meds but they dont always keep me stable.
You cant really help how your mind works in my opinion. I am always told that my highs and lows are chemicals gone wrong. Hope you feel better tho hun. xxxxxxxxxx |
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I like towels
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what?!.... i thought this was normal?!.... ok.. so theres ANOTHER thing wrong with me!
but i do it too... like when im depressed.. i sit and listen to sad music... and i also search for things on depression and suicide.. and i dont normally do that when im happy.
im sure it cant be that bad... we seem to still be alive
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steel9maiden
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Your parents won't let you have meds.... Well your parents are silly, because meds can often save people.
I would be on a very long set of mental health act sections if I wasn't on meds at the moment.
You need to stop looking at these things, you need to get off the internet, and talk to real people who are willing to listen.
Have you considered trying to make a GP appointment about this, or are you parents extremely controlling?
I have a controlling mother, and it is horrible. I'm glad to be going to uni later this year. Good riddance of "family". |
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stop it
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time to see a counselor |
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thewaytogoforfun
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no it doesn't make you a freak. It sounds like your just looking for people to identify with. you should get help so you can deal with your depression and become a happy person. |
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nita270640
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hello pull the trigger,its Anita your in my contacts, when you look on answers, when your low you are looking for the wrong information. you need information on how to lift yourself, not stuff to make yourself feel worse.you are a young woman with so health issues ,maybe your parents are not doing the right thing by keeping you off medication.you are already seeing a doctor but sometimes we need medication to help the depression.ebb away,its so difficult for people who haven't suffered depression to know just how low we really do get, my husband thinks i don't need medication. but believe me i do. what causes these low points is a drop in serotonin that the brain produces. and medication can stimulate the feel good factor, that serotonin gives us naturally..talk to your doctor about this on your next visit... your a bright and funny girl when you aren't on a low i know this because you ask some really good questions.have you got a diary that you can write in everyday so you can monitor your thoughts and feeling and next time you visit your doctor you can show it to him/her but remember look to the fun things you can do.. and please stay away from the negative responses that some people give best wishes Anita |
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XD
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Yeh...I know what you mean...I do it too..
I dont know why... but I guess when you get that low... like really low... you hate yourself and the world so much that you want yourself to be more depressed because you dont want to live and well you think you deserve to feel like that because you did something wrong...
well atleast thats how I feel... I duno if thats the same for you... its kinda messed up though I guess.... =/
Hope things get better for you soon =] |
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laura l
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No, you are not a freak and please never think that. I am just the same and do this too. i suffer from depression and I'm taking citalopram. I am also seeing a therapist weekly but coming on answers is great therapy for me as I like to try and help people like myself. See it as a positive thing sweetie. Seeing people on here with problems like self harm and depression is actually helpful to see that you are not alone in this horrible dark world. Talk to your parents openly about how you feel and maybe a short course of medication in the short term would be of help? Good luck sweetie xxx |
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charleigh
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As someone in a similar situation i think it's due to the fact we want answers for ourself maybe?...
I often do pretty much the same thing as you...or i randomly research websites about it on the net...Ive never really sat and thought about why i do it but thinking about it maybe its my way of knowing im not alone...maybe its your way too...subconsciously?...who knows!
As someone who suffers from depression i find i "feed" my depression and im pretty sure that most people do...i think its like when you have a spot...it hurts when you touch it...but we poke and prod it anyways right?...
Life is confusing...and its not likely something any of us will work out...why we do things is often irrelevent compared to the impact the things have on us!...if by "feeding" your depression its your way of feeling "better" then thats your choice...Im not saying to make yourself depressed but the way i see it is when your low your low...whatever you do it wont budge until the time passes...its like rain...when its gotta rain...it rains...nothing we can do about it...
Im currently on meds and still have very low days so dont let anyone tell you they will make you better...they just mask what is going on in your head...which im sure most people who suffer from depression are pro's as doing anyway!...survival tactics!!...
I hope this helps...if my question doesnt supply you with any knowledge atleast you know your not alone in the way your doing things!...
Next time you feel low throw me an email!... :)
Might make you feel better...if you'd rather not then thats okay...just a thought...i understand what its like to sit staring at your computer screen hoping something will jump out and rescue you!...
Take care and stay strong!
Theres hope and happiness out there!!
Xox... |
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Megan D
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Misery loves company, but that kind of lifestyle is self-destructive. It's extraordinary that you're aware of this kind of habit, though, good for you! If you aren't already, you might want to consider professional help or a lifestyle change to reduce/eliminate the source(s) of your depression.
Try to avoid this "feeding" of yours, if you can help it. Admitting it is the first step to overcoming it, and you definitely seem to be on your way. |
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Tara ツ
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Omg.
I am SOOO glad someone does the same!
My friends all laugh at me and think I'm some sort of weird psychopath. |
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†3N0UGH IS 3N0UGH†
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Its ok your normal...unless I'm not normal.
When I'm depressed I listen to the saddest songs...and often my family and friends accuse me of going emo. But it actually cheers me up in some strange way!
Tough times don't last, but tough people do. Believe me, its never as bad as you think it is. |
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annmarie
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Maybe you do this because this is your comfort zone, its what you've got used to, depression can be like that unfortunately... |
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jac the hat
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I think that it is 'normal' for depression - It is hard being stuck in a mid way place - Bring it on ! seems liek a good idea at the tiem - there is a point in clockwise when John cleese dressed in amonk's habit and lying in a ditch with a fourteen year old girl says' "Despair I can cope with - its the hope I cannot take!"
us humans crave certainty and control being in a midway state is difficult and if we don't have the wherewithal to get up - down is better.Also in all the flux of what is happening to us some measure of control is neccessary.
Remember that everything that you are going through is
standing oyu in good stead for the future. We have ot learn about ourselves map our dark places and you are already doign this well by asking and being honest with yourself.
So no not a freak - goign thourhg a very hard tiem and doing the best oyu can - It does help each tiem we go through these dark place we learn a bit more about how to come through easier. |
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