Let's talk severe depression

[Rruchi man]

I trust that many of us on this forum have struggled with depression at one time or another. Some chronically. It also doesn't seem like there is an easy fix for it.

Every one has in one stage experience or will experience depression. Some people will describe depression as a sickness that affects the mind. It is a disorder that can result in unending sadness and a lack of interest. If you are depressed, please talk to someone about it. (A professional preferably)

[KonstantinosM]

I trust that many of us on this forum have struggled with depression at one time or another. Some chronically. It also doesn't seem like there is an easy fix for it.

Every one has in one stage experience or will experience depression. Some people will describe depression as a sickness that affects the mind. It is a disorder that can result in unending sadness and a lack of interest. If you are depressed, please talk to someone about it. (A professional preferably)

Did you read through the thread?

Anyway, I'll disagree with that, not everyone will experience clinical depression at some stage in their life. Perhaps a deep sadness, perhaps boredom, maybe the odd suicidal thought here and there.

Clinical depression is a different animal all together.

If you are depressed, please talk to someone about it. (A professional preferably)

This has also been discussed previously in the thread and there's a lot more nuance to be had about that aspect of the topic.

If you're doing this for a sig-campaign understand that Serious Discussion doesn't count towards your post-count.

[hornetsnest]

In most cases the "cure" for depression comes from dealing with the very "issues" that are causing such misery. For example: If you were rich yesterday and the stock market takes a dump on you right down to Chinatown and today you are eating from the dumpster outside McDonalds there is no doubt the majority who suffered this fate would have a severe case of depression.Incidents,occurences,traumas and other such things that lower self worth and perceived value are the cause of depression.Only in extraordinary cases is the root cause due to chemical imbalances or deformaties and injuries so the patient should be given help in the area that increases hope and joy in their lives before turning to medication which eventually leads to noting other than addiction,organ damage and a psychological crutch that will never allow them to walk without it.

[Natsuu]

In most cases the "cure" for depression comes from dealing with the very "issues" that are causing such misery. For example: If you were rich yesterday and the stock market takes a dump on you right down to Chinatown and today you are eating from the dumpster outside McDonalds there is no doubt the majority who suffered this fate would have a severe case of depression.Incidents,occurences,traumas and other such things that lower self worth and perceived value are the cause of depression.Only in extraordinary cases is the root cause due to chemical imbalances or deformaties and injuries so the patient should be given help in the area that increases hope and joy in their lives before turning to medication which eventually leads to noting other than addiction,organ damage and a psychological crutch that will never allow them to walk without it.

Indeed, Depressions don't have specific symptoms that will helps us define if a person is in the state of depression as each individual has their own specific roots of problem that cause this in the first place, they also have the specific way to deal with them. But the way they deal with them wasn't always enough as they might be only scratching the surface of the problem. So little sensitivity and patience are always needed in helping the patients suffering from depressions. There is no easy route in psychological problems, it will always be rough and a long road.

[KonstantinosM]

In most cases the "cure" for depression comes from dealing with the very "issues" that are causing such misery. For example: If you were rich yesterday and the stock market takes a dump on you right down to Chinatown and today you are eating from the dumpster outside McDonalds there is no doubt the majority who suffered this fate would have a severe case of depression.Incidents,occurences,traumas and other such things that lower self worth and perceived value are the cause of depression.Only in extraordinary cases is the root cause due to chemical imbalances or deformaties and injuries so the patient should be given help in the area that increases hope and joy in their lives before turning to medication which eventually leads to noting other than addiction,organ damage and a psychological crutch that will never allow them to walk without it.

Indeed, Depressions don't have specific symptoms that will helps us define if a person is in the state of depression as each individual has their own specific roots of problem that cause this in the first place, they also have the specific way to deal with them. But the way they deal with them wasn't always enough as they might be only scratching the surface of the problem. So little sensitivity and patience are always needed in helping the patients suffering from depressions. There is no easy route in psychological problems, it will always be rough and a long road.

Not really, I've had times in my life that were really harsh, were I was not only not depressed but also profoundly happy.

And this is not a unique experience.

And then I've had times were money was plentiful, I had really good food and a clean bedroom with good A/C and the ability to go out and I was very badly depressed.

External circumstances can affect people's mood and can affect a person's mental health but they're separate from it. A chemical imbalance is most often the root cause. It's not up to the person being depressed. Nobody wants to be depressed.

If that wasn't the case how could you explain rich and famous people who commit suicide? People like Chester Bennington from Linkin Park for example?

[hornetsnest]

People like Chester Bennington from Linkin Park for example?

It is said he had many issues which led to his depression as have many high net worth individuals who have commited suicide after depression caused by effects of infidelity,gambling,substance abuse,social isolation,illness etc.

[xtraelv]

As someone who has dealt with / is dealing with PTSD and depression.
1) Seek medical advice. Medication can help.
2) Tell people that care about you how you feel. It is difficult but helps them understand your mood or demeanor.
3) Focus on people that you care about. Look at ways of making THEM happy. Happiness can be infectious.
4) Get a dog.  ( Research the breed so it suits your personality and lifestyle ). Dogs are emotional beings but also live a simple life. It takes very little effort to make them happy and they can be immensely loyal.
5) Exercise and get plenty of sunlight.

[franky1]

External circumstances can affect people's mood and can affect a person's mental health but they're separate from it. A chemical imbalance is most often the root cause. It's not up to the person being depressed. Nobody wants to be depressed.

there are different types of depression
some are (e)nvironmental and some are (b)iological

EB    Major Depression.
BB    Persistent Depressive Disorder.
BB    Bipolar Disorder.
EE    Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
BB    Psychotic Depression.
BB    Peripartum (Postpartum) Depression.
BB    Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
EE    'Situational'

5/14 is environmental triggered
9/14 is biological triggered
(my estimation. not official)

[iTradeChips]

I would like to ask the people here if you have heard of patients having issues with depression and went to a doctor to get the treatment he needs to combat it. He was diagnosed an antidepressant and he thought that would end his problems with his anxiety and depression. But doing that was his biggest mistake of his life because in time the medicine that he is taking is making him dependent on it that everytime he stops it, he experiences very serious issues with mood swings, paranoia, shortness of breath and always in the alert sense that he does not want to live with those kinds of feelings.

I want to know if there are persons here in this forum who has experienced that and was able to get out free from it.

[semobo]

I would like to ask the people here if you have heard of patients having issues with depression and went to a doctor to get the treatment he needs to combat it. He was diagnosed an antidepressant and he thought that would end his problems with his anxiety and depression. But doing that was his biggest mistake of his life because in time the medicine that he is taking is making him dependent on it that everytime he stops it, he experiences very serious issues with mood swings, paranoia, shortness of breath and always in the alert sense that he does not want to live with those kinds of feelings.

I want to know if there are persons here in this forum who has experienced that and was able to get out free from it.

I know people who are experiencing the same things as you said, basically, these are sleeping pills which is kind of additive and kills the body organs on very slow phase but once they made the medicine for their regular sleep then they cannot sleep without it anymore and its actually done by the doctors for business purposes.

Some kind of depressions are actually by man-made which can be resolved with the help of counseling and also there are some natural sleeping pills which can promote the sleep but the user itself need to realize they need to end this.

[iamsheikhadil]

I've been in this stage and came out of it, got back into it and have experienced whatever you said and true, these are all facts and not just a myth. While, I was seeing a lecture the other day that explained how this pessimistic and optimistic attitude can swing and how our purpose of life in our mindset for a tangible cause can greatly affect it, while working and keeping busy is just putting away the symptoms away, the cause can be greatly wiped if one tries to find meaning and purpose in their life!

[Clairvoyance]

Currently struggling*

Before the pandemic hits, life dealt me series of massive blows and piling up till where I'm now. It seems all hope is lost and I want to claw my way back to a peaceful, fulfilling and happy life but to no avail. I've been bearing it all for almost 5 years now and circumstances are weighing me down.

1. 2016 - 2017 [Failure in Studies] ; I was debarred from my university for not maintaining a good grade.
2. 2017 - 2018 [Exit Scam] ; I was involved in signature campaigns, pre-sales and bounties. One of my holdings went to the moon at the peak swing of BTC in 2017 and before the crash I was able to make money but sadly most of my holdings went to $0 when BTC started crashing down. Primarily, the founder of the token exited by selling his token through a backdoor access in Kucoin. My portfolio went from $600,000 to $0.
3. 2018 - 2019 [Death of a love one]; My son died. 7 months into pregnancy with regular and frequent check up (twice a week) and the doctors don't have any idea what caused his death since we are monitoring my wife's pregnancy with extreme caution yet a disaster struck. Puzzling and broken we press on.
4. 2019 - 2020 [Struggling for hope]; With the announcement of lockdown I felt too much trapped and cramped. During this 3-6 month period I wasn't able to be at ease. I felt anxious as the day progress. Even till now that even most shops are open and the public are encourage to take vaccine. The mentally stress it caused is a traumatic. I'm having panic attacks and suicidal tendencies. Yes, my wife sees me as a happy husband and my family thinks I got it all right but deep inside I'm barely holding on.

Being anonymous is a good thing since I can share everything to you without a single hint judgement. Thank you for this thread.

[blackened515]

Depression itself is a sickness of the mind,One can get depressed maybe after seeing life in a negative direction and it effect on man include madness,hypertension and so on.It is a sickness that has no cure and can only be treated with anti depressant which is music,laughter and reading of books that can ease the mind.

[cabron]

Almost two years of the pandemic is enough to be depressed. If the isolation will keep you thinking of the past mistakes you did, you are not the only one. If only I can rewind the time, I may really have done it. And then another problem comes when the money dried out, it's a lot more depressing when you have no job and living under your sister's basement.

I eventually stop scrolling my facebook account and only watch youtube and comedy central and find a good documentary to find something to learn. I found a new hobby where people also look for friends such as the biking community. It's good that even the old guys out there who seem to be lonely find new friends. This might also help you by just buying a NEW bike and look for a biking or hiking community.

[meser#]

I've spent most of my life with depression. If you are fragile and optimistic, this life makes you very sad. You start thinking about your every step. You are producing scenarios in case it happens this way or that way. Even if it's not real, you can't get rid of its effect. You don't want to get out of bed, even you don't want to eat your favorite food. You can't sleep at night, you can't wake up in the morning. You can give the best advice to your friends who are suffering same condition, however you cannot cure yourself. You feel like you are in a bottomless pit.

Until, some miracles

Sometimes it's a new lover, sometimes a new dream, sometimes change of place or view, sometimes a new goal, sometimes a burst of energy for no reason.Just knowing it will pass can be very effective when u are struggling with this mood. When im in this mood i've always push myself like someone is controlling me. I'm just putting music to background and acting like a robot. When i achived some progress the rest is coming. This is an infinite cycle I've been through so far. I need a radical change to reduce it even more, let's see when I can do it.

[hornetsnest]

[Wicked17]

Some may laugh if they found out that there are people depressed but its really a serious matter. I believe everyone experience being depress once in their life. Its just a matter of how you are going to handle and face it. As for me, i always tend to remember the good old days.

[syedakhlaque]

Today it said that I have everything but not the peace of mind and calm. There are worries, disappointments, depression, and blood pressure. What for mahatma Gotham budha leave his empire and went to the Himalayan mountain. Why human soul always feels thirst and such kind questions rises in him, who am I, what I am. What is my reality. What is my secret? The human soul always searches to find the answer to these questions. What is the diet of the soul? Why he is sick and under depression.What works as a shield for the soul.How virtue and good deeds bless pleasure to our soul.How piety gives relief to our soul. Is a severe depression illness medically, mentally, or spiritually.
 The cause of worries, disappointments, depression and blood pressure is the distance from God.

[tnyldzerdm60]

I read your post about depression.

We are in an inevitable psychological warfare that we have all been subjected to lately. both work stress, future anxiety, and our concerns about the future of our children.. these examples can be multiplied according to people.

 The pandemic we live in has officially locked all children in their homes. I feel this clearly reflected. In fact, unfortunately, my 15-year-old son is also secretly depressed. They have an excessive consumption of food and a nervous attitude. we try every constructive method to get him out of this situation.

How can we live without getting depressed in a country where there are such difficult living conditions and where the anxiety for the future is constantly felt?

Congratulations to all the people who made it. I look forward to the sharing of my friends who have developed a method to combat it and or who have received support.

as a result,
Try to see the positive aspects of your life, and create solace in these positive aspects. Life is short and every moment is worth living.

[_Miracle]

14 Minutes of Comedians Reaffirming Mental Health Struggles

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWtUA0s3U4I




"It's hard being a person" 

I hope it feels a little easier for whoever needs it to today