I think I might have depression....

[cassandra]

I'm going to see the Doctor today cause I think I might be depressed, but I'm a little scared. How do I approach it with the Doctor? Do I just say I think I might be depressed. Any advice please!

[DN]

Yes, you can say that. Then answer any questions s/he has as honestly and as completely as you can so s/he can make a proper assessment.

[DiscipleOfChange]

That's a perfectly reasonable question to ask of a doctor. In fact, that's a good way to start. After talking with you and asking you some wuestions, perhaps it might take more than one session, the doctor should be able to tell you if you have depression or not

 

~Mark

[cassandra]

Just got back from the Doctors and the Doctor has said by the test scores I have major depression. I'm gald i am finally getting help I have been so depressed for so long, that I don't know what it's like to be happy or to function properly. But I've finally taken that first step and asked for help. Things can only get better from here right? I sure hope so.

[Dregnought]

Yes - things will get better. Just beleave in yourself.

[DN]

If you have a major depression, I hope the doctor has prescribed therapy and medication - both together have been found to work far better than on or the other on their won.

 

Good luck - get well soon.

[Shinobie]

Just got back from the Doctors and the Doctor has said by the test scores I have major depression. I'm gald i am finally getting help I have been so depressed for so long, that I don't know what it's like to be happy or to function properly. But I've finally taken that first step and asked for help. Things can only get better from here right? I sure hope so.

 

 

Im bipolar and trust me it feels great after awhile when u feel better and function normally it makes u feel so happy and like you were when u didnt have the problems with it.Only one piece of advice i have to give u.It sometimes takes awhile to get the right kind of medication for people for depression.My first made me very manic and made the downs even worse.So if you feel like your first is not working after awhile then u should insist on a new medication.What i did and my next worked.And i wish u luck on your way towards feeling normal and happier.