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I Think I may Have Depression But Not Too Sure

I’m not sure, but I think I have a mild form of depression or something. It’s weird because today everything seemed OK and it was just a normal day at college, but when I came home I put on a movie and halfway through I popped it out and went outside and started crying for really no reason. I felt guilty because I wasn’t doing something productive. Lately I haven’t been able to enjoy movies for basically that reason, anything that “gets in the way” or “wastes time” doesn’t seem worth it.
I can’t concentrate on simple tasks like reading for more than 15 minutes. My back and shoulders hurt constantly, and my legs are restless and always tight. I can’t go to sleep or stay asleep when I want, and I feel tired and worn down even after getting 8-9 hours of sleep a night. Everything that used to be fun, just isn’t anymore.
Although my symptoms match those of someone with depression, I don’t hate myself. In fact, I am exactly who I want to be, yet I feel empty.
I am on birth control pills and I thought it could be because of a hormone imbalance but I have felt this way on and off for 5 months, starting back in February, before I started taking the pill. Should I talk to a doctor? Or am I just blue?

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littlenick offline Verified User (1 year, 7 months) Long Term User Shouts: 155 #
An Undisclosed Location | 5 months, 1 week ago (7 minutes after post)

Have you seen a doctor?

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5 months, 1 week ago (19 minutes after post)

No, I haven’t. I wasn’t sure whether it was just a passing thing. I think I should get some expert advice though…

Thank you very much for responding. I know how this site works, usually when someone posts with an actual problem you get something like 20 views and 1 reply, only because most people are afraid to respond. I have an account but because I think this is serious I haven’t used it to post.

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Intransition offline Verified User (6 months, 1 week) Long Term User Shouts: 0 #
An Unknown Location | 5 months, 1 week ago (24 minutes after post)

Hey there. I totally understand what you mean. If you continue to feel like this maybe sit and really think if anything has happened lately that was traumatic to you, a big change or something just as life altering. I know for me, that’s what happened. If you continue to become less able to concentrate, or disinterested etc., maybe talk to someone who may be able to help. Until then, feel free to chat here. I understand where you are coming from.
Take Care.

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Anonymous #
5 months, 1 week ago (29 minutes after post)

Thank you a lot, I really appreciate your help. I’ll give it a couple weeks and see how it goes. I’ve heard that sometimes talking to friends is better than the help that a psychiatrist can give. I guess if it doesn’t go away I’ll give doc a call.

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An Unknown Location | 5 months, 1 week ago (35 minutes after post)

Mild form of depression I would say, but does this happen every day since then?

Personally this happens to me about once a month, I can usually sleep it off, but if I sleep too long then I just get depressed about over-sleeping.

HORRIBLE cycle.

If you’re mentally strong, you can force yourself to be happy and smile because you’re alive and eat something healthy (fruit) and then decide to make a list of stuff you need to do and START WITH THE FIRST THING AND DO IT.

GREAT cycle.

^_^ Hope this helps!

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Khadija Ahmad offline Verified User (5 months, 2 weeks) Long Term User Shouts: 1 #
An Unknown Location | 5 months, 1 week ago (1 hour, 28 minutes after post)

I am new to this forum but I would love to help and I am not sure when you wrote this problem and if you still open your account here but anyhow I would like to say with a lot of sincerity and love do read your Holy Book and visit your place of worship because ultimately it is Allah swt or as you may say God who will help us!

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Intransition offline Verified User (6 months, 1 week) Long Term User Shouts: 0 #
An Unknown Location | 5 months, 1 week ago (2 hours, 19 minutes after post)

Anonymous wrote:
Thank you a lot, I really appreciate your help. I’ll give it a couple weeks and see how it goes. I’ve heard that sometimes talking to friends is better than the help that a psychiatrist can give. I guess if it doesn’t go away I’ll give doc a call.

That helps too. Just remember that on occasion, friends may try very hard to understand and you may still feel down. It’s hard as friends sometimes to help as much as we’d like you know? Your idea is great. Try chatting with friends and seeing how you feel. Take moments to walk a little or workout if you are able to. That helps me! =)

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Manchester, I2, GB | 1 month, 2 weeks ago (3 months, 4 weeks after post)

Maybe you need to take a break or a holiday and get away from it all. It sounds like you need more excitement in your life.

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