Avatar Posted by katejay26 17 days ago (Question)
I am 17 years old. I never open up to people, but my conditions are only getting worse as the days pass. I am severely depressed and know I need help. I do not know how to ask for it, or what to do. I sleep on average 13 hours a night because sleep is my get away. I abuse drugs at times, to get the "happy" feeling. I do not feel loved by my mother (who verbally abuses me and at times physically) and my father passed when I was four months old so I dont have many people to turn to. I dont know how to open up to my friends and I've been so moody latley, no body even wants to take the time to listen to me. Some days I feel as if I dont not want to live and other days I feel as if all Im trying to do is get through the day. I work, sleep, go to school, and on occasion eat. Ive lossed 8 pounds in the last two weeks. I never want to go out with my friends anymore and find myself sitting in my room for HOURS, crying. I need help..


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Written by Clyde 17 days ago Rating: 0 | Rate Answer: + -

Hi there...it definitely does sound like you need help and I am very proud of you for reaching out and making that important first step.

Have you talked to your school counselor and explained to them how you feel?

Could you go see a doctor or a therapist and explain to them what is going on with you?

Read up on depression and other mental health issues, and see how much of that "fits" into your category. Sometimes, just knowing is half of the battle, and you are already trying to win.

Keep on fighting!

Best,

Clyde

Written by JunieBeatrice 17 days ago Rating: 0 | Rate Answer: + -

Hi. Is there a teacher you like or a school counselor that you can talk to? Can you make an appointment with a doctor to have a physical? You know you need help, keep trying. Find someone who will hear you, who cares about you. All you need is one person who can take your hand and help you with this. Take care. All my best. Junie


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