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.

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Surrounded but alone

justbeingelle
justbeingelle

I am at a sleepover right now. With two of the best people I know. They're so kind and loving but I can't explain how I still feel so down all the time. It's like no matter who I surround myself, no matter what I do, I'm still falling down this big whole that I can't escape.

OllieTree
OllieTree
I found this quote knce that I think frames your situation:
"Lonliness is not the absence of people, but the inability to tell then what matters."
You are scared to tell them. So you fake. You smile . You laugh. But you aren't happy. You can't say what you want to say, what needs to be said. They don't understand. So you are lonely..
Remiah
Remiah
Perhaps you imagine that all eyes are on you and you have to do something to keep their attention. I have this feeling, too, when I have people over, or when I'm at new places, and during times I feel like it's my responsibility to make each person feel welcome and happy and comfortable; only people can make these things happen by their own efforts, not mine. I can only keep myself happy. Yet, then, too, I can't please so many people at one time either, it's impossible. And what's the problem with just simply settling down with a comfortable pillow behind your head and watching the others take care of themselves while you attend this sleepover? All anyone expects is for you to be yourself. The active imagination always tells us otherwise though.