Depression.

I'm not sure - Don't really know the set up in Cape Town.

First step, I would imagine, is to speak to your GP. They should be able to advise further professional assistance. If their first reaction is to provide you with medication, without any further mental health assistance, be cautious.
 
Garson007 said:
Hey, Copa - thanks. But I actually think I need that professional help earlier than I wanted to. Where exactly do I go to get started?
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i would call the rooms of a local (to your area) psychiatrist, explain you would like to see a psychologist who specializes in xxx field & could they possibly recommend a few people.

they are sure to be able (and willing) to recommend a few people for you to choose from.


i'm glad you are doing this sooner rather than later, it's a good step in the right direction.
 
I've gone off my antidepressants with how they made me feel, i think my issues now are more psychological than biological.

last night i also hurt someone unintentionally and without thinking, and i think it was the last thread of denial that i had thinking i am actually a good person and trying to get better.

with how this world also deals with unconventional problems, i'll never be going to a psychologist in this lifetime

/out
 
Garson007 said:
Hey, Copa - thanks. But I actually think I need that professional help earlier than I wanted to. Where exactly do I go to get started?
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I know a woman. She operates in Gordon's Bay though. She is amazing. I was at 5 sessions with her 4 years ago and it really helped me rewire my stuff. I spoke to her the other day because things are getting a little messy again and I need her help. It's quite incredible how a stranger can make such a massive difference in your life over the space of a few hours and with the use of some very simple yet powerful tools. No meds required...
 
Is having a sudden sinking feeling normal? Even if there doesn't seem to be any mental reason for its onset?

Of course, I'm asking only because the sudden sinking feeling immediately makes me feel like I /should/ be feeling **** and it scares the **** out of me. Makes me feel like I'm crazy.
 
Have you spoken to your GP yet?

I'm not sure what you mean by a sinking feeling, specifically, but I can say that my experience is often to feel absolutely ****ing terrible, even while knowing there's not practical reason to feel that way.

Because, well, chemicals, probably. Which is why I eventually bit the bullet and medicated.
 
copacetic said:
I'm not sure what you mean by a sinking feeling, specifically, but I can say that my experience is often to feel absolutely ****ing terrible, even while knowing there's not practical reason to feel that way.
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Almost like the roller-coaster effect when you go up and then down. Which generally causes me to feel anxious - even though I know nothing is wrong. It's almost like my body is telling me "Hey ****er - you're being far too happy! Let me make you panic!"

I have not yet been to the Doc - since Saturday it has not been severe enough for me to book off from work.

Edit: Actually the more I read, the more it seems like my real problem is anxiety and not depression.

Edit: Edit: I will be going to my local Mediclinic on the weekend to see what kind of advice the receptionist can give me and give me the lay of the land in terms of psychologists.
 
Garson007 said:
Almost like the roller-coaster effect when you go up and then down. Which generally causes me to feel anxious - even though I know nothing is wrong. It's almost like my body is telling me "Hey ****er - you're being far too happy! Let me make you panic!"

I have not yet been to the Doc - since Saturday it has not been severe enough for me to book off from work.
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Yeah man, I've dealt with panic, fear, terror, that feeling there the world just seems to collapse under you, etc, etc.

When things were at their worst (probably ten or so years ago), I used to hear... well, it's hard to describe, but my thoughts would echo and chatter in my head. It was absolutely ****ing miserable. Genuinely felt I was losing the plot. Coupled with regular debilitating panic attacks and the like...

With regard to the doc, well, you don't really want to have to go because things have escalated too far. That's a situation that is probably more trouble than it's worth. I just want to reiterate - I put myself through many many years of unnecessary bull**** because I was, take your pick, prideful, in denial, scared, being daft, whatever.

Best decision I ever made for my mental health was to be willing to listen to the professionals.
 
Garson007 said:
Edit: Edit: I will be going to my local Mediclinic on the weekend to see what kind of advice the receptionist can give me and give me the lay of the land in terms of psychologists.
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do yourself a big favour and rather call the rooms of a psychiatrist. they get referrals from psychologists all the time & their staff will know the interest fields of various psychologists.
a medi-clinic receptionist will just be able to give you a list of names.
 
So worrying that so many people are so depressed however it's also good to know we are not alone. I think I suffer from depression too. I do not know how to relax. I think my issues are from financial issues never having enough and always being under financial pressure. But I do find I do not know how to relax. Maybe due to the line of work I'm in? Something I wouldn't really want to discuss but I'm always on edge ........used to suffer from bad panic attacks
 
No, a lot of people claim to have or misuse the word depression. My cousin has depression: mood swings, abnormal sleeping hours/cycles, sometimes she doesn't get out of bed for weeks, if it gets bad she is hospitalized...it ruined her life.
 
Hamster said:
No, a lot of people claim to have or misuse the word depression. My cousin has depression: mood swings, abnormal sleeping hours/cycles, sometimes she doesn't get out of bed for weeks, if it gets bad she is hospitalized...it ruined her life.
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Shame man it must be terrible. I think I just suffer from sever anxiety
 
I am in a bit of a depressive down swing since Saturday. Generally felling lost, sad, tired, very lonely. Last spoke to someone Friday lunch time. I keep asking myself, why is this happening and why should I bother going through it all. What's the point in feeling like this. Can't seem to get out of bed, been late to work the last 2 days. Had myself a bit of a cry this afternoon, for no good reason.

I am not sure why I am typing this, sorry.
 
heartbroken said:
I am in a bit of a depressive down swing since Saturday. Generally felling lost, sad, tired, very lonely. Last spoke to someone Friday lunch time. I keep asking myself, why is this happening and why should I bother going through it all. What's the point in feeling like this. Can't seem to get out of bed, been late to work the last 2 days. Had myself a bit of a cry this afternoon, for no good reason.

I am not sure why I am typing this, sorry.
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You have no reason to be sorry :)
There are other people who feel the same way you do, so know that you are not alone in this. Are you actively doing anything to combat these feelings...like lifestyle changes, medication or therapy?
 
Same here.. Last few days have been terrible and without any apparent trigger.. Wtf is happening here.?
 
D3nz said:
You have no reason to be sorry :)
There are other people who feel the same way you do, so know that you are not alone in this. Are you actively doing anything to combat these feelings...like lifestyle changes, medication or therapy?
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Yip, currently on meds (3rd combination of meds in the last 2 years). I try to get to the gym every day, it seems to help a bit. I do feel better when getting exercise and some sunshine. But the last couple of days, I could not get out of bed to go to the gym, which makes me hate myself more. Feels like I failed at yet another thing. Going to therapy once, maybe twice a month. It takes a lot out of me, I am usually very down after a session, but then it gets better after I have had time to digest what we talked about. But I am really struggling with lifestyle changes, don't know what and how. Tried doing mountain biking, went well for while, then lost interest for some reason. I can't seem to find any direction or focus. I would like to make new friends, but I don't know how.
 
ToxicBunny said:
This little article may give a BIT of insight to some of the people who read this thread who aren't depressed

http://arstechnica.com/staff/2014/10/harnessing-depression-one-ars-writers-journey/
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From the article:

Nothing's easy when talking about depression.
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And that is the honest truth.

If anyone wants to read more about what drives depression suffers to suicide, this article is very well written, albeit a bit of a long read.

http://www.newsweek.com/2013/05/22/...-epidemic-and-what-we-can-do-help-237434.html
 
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