Depression - Teen Support Group
Teen depression is marked by persistent sadness, discouragement, loss of self-worth, and loss of interest in usual activities. Depression can be a temporary response to many situations and stresses. Teens may be more susceptible to depression due to the normal maturation process, the stress associated with it, and conflicts with parents as they become more independent.
I haven't been diagnosed with depression quite yet. It's not something I am looking forward too. However two doctors I have talked with have told me that I am a very likely candidate of depression. Could this be the reason as to why I am always tired? I sleep my 9-10 hours almost every night, I go to school, come home, take a two hour nap. I'll most likely go to bed around 9:30 - 10:30. At school, I sometimes fall asleep or I am too tired to concentrate on the lesson.
Also, within the last few months, I have lost motivation. First it was reading. In December, I read well 10+ books, January - i read nothing. Then I lost the interest in baking. I am an excellent baker, and I love it, or at least I used to. I dread going to work. I used to keep my room clean and life fairly organized. I don't anymore. I can find the motivation to do my homework, but I am not able to used that motivation to actually do it, and I am so worried that my marks are going to go down. I think that when my parents told me that they are taking a break, it has beaten up whatever strength I had left. I hate being around happy people. Actually, I can't tolerate most people. I don't have suicidal thoughts, or I don't harm myself in anyway. I just manage to screw up every friendship I have. I over think, over analyze and then my mind tells me something that is untrue, but I believe it. People are telling me to look at the bright side. Trust me, I am trying. But sometimes there isn't a lot of bright side to look at.
Also, within the last few months, I have lost motivation. First it was reading. In December, I read well 10+ books, January - i read nothing. Then I lost the interest in baking. I am an excellent baker, and I love it, or at least I used to. I dread going to work. I used to keep my room clean and life fairly organized. I don't anymore. I can find the motivation to do my homework, but I am not able to used that motivation to actually do it, and I am so worried that my marks are going to go down. I think that when my parents told me that they are taking a break, it has beaten up whatever strength I had left. I hate being around happy people. Actually, I can't tolerate most people. I don't have suicidal thoughts, or I don't harm myself in anyway. I just manage to screw up every friendship I have. I over think, over analyze and then my mind tells me something that is untrue, but I believe it. People are telling me to look at the bright side. Trust me, I am trying. But sometimes there isn't a lot of bright side to look at.
I firmly believe it is school doing this to you, perhaps there is a situation in school that is bothering you, or you seem to be worried about something between your parents at home? I have parent trouble too, and I would be more than happy to talk things out with you in message if you'd like.
I dont know if you have depression. Everything you mentioned is a SIGN of depression but does not mean you are quite depressed yet, but remember there are different types of depression, and so you could be in a temporary stage.
I too get depressed at times (If you read my journal and post you'll see.) but I do my best to fight it.
Its a scarey thought when you ask yourself if life will be like this for a long time or not, but have faith, and realize that you can fight it, I know how hard it is at times, but even I fight it, day by day, I look for things that make me happy.
I wish you all the luck, if you need anything, you can friend request and message me. I will gladly talk with you.