I think you should talk to a doctor and be evaluated. Everybody feels that way some of the time but if it passes a certain threshold where it interferes with your life in some way, shape or form, then it's a good idea to be put on antidepressent medication to see if it helps. Bear in mind that prescribing meds like that is not an exact science. You may have to try different doses of different brands to see what will work so if the first one doesn't seem to be helping, then you need to tell your doctor who may increase the dose or try a different med altogether.

I have been on different meds for depression for most of my adult life but I recently stopped taking them. It was just a case where the little voice in my head told me I no longer needed them and I trusted that feeling, and it was right!

Good luck with that and let us know how you make out.

God Bless

YOU should get help soon, feeling down is not good , is there any reason, are you eating well, are your vitamins intake normal, sometime it has to do with the body too, talk to someone you can trust, sometime all we need is a listening ear, a hug, a friend, best wishes*****

Definitely get evaluated. Only a professional can tell you for sure. What can it hurt? At the very least you will know one way or the other.

My depression is sometimes like that, ups and downs. In some ways it's almost worse than having a consistent "down" because I never know what to expect from one day to the next. It's very confusing. Personally, I think it's possible for you to get to a higher level of stability and that would definitely help you with school and day to day activities. I'm glad you've booked an appointment, that's not an easy step to take and I'm proud of you. In the meantime make sure you are taking really good care of yourself, sleeping enough, eating nutritious foods, exercising. I know with school stress it's easy to neglect yourself, but it's really important. Perhaps on your down days you could try writing in a journal, drawing, painting, playing music, or some other way to express your feelings. For me, writing really helps me sort out what I'm actually feeling and why and is also just great for spewing my emotions all over the paper. I feel so much better just getting it out and it's easier for me than talking to someone, as there's no fear of being judged. Regardless of the outcome of the psych appointment, I highly recommend seeing a therapist. Your psych will probably recommend one, but if not, consider asking for a referral when you go in. Even IF you do not have depression, a therapist can help you sort out what's going on and teach you coping skills to help you become more stable.

I wish you the best! Great job on making an appointment, that takes a lot of courage! And remember you are not alone. hugs

I just want to raise the issue of your comment that nobody deserves to feel this way and ask a few questions about it. I know everyone says it, but it doesn't make logical sense. We all do get to feel this way at times whether we like it or not, therefore it surely must be something we deserve? Saying you don't deserve it is like saying you don't deserve rain, or sunlight, or for the wind to blow. They're there. They're part of your world. They won't leave it because you think it's unfair. You have to learn how to manage the conditions of your existence and not take them into a moral zone of 'i shouldn't have to endure this.' That way lies panic and despair.

You personally need to look at the things that are sending you into a tailspin when you are down, and fix them when you are back up. If someone is bad to you and you go into a tailspin, you may not trust yourself to handle the situation while you are down - but you can say something three days later when you have come to an understanding and resolved it emotionally.

You can't discount how you felt in an episode. It's over the top and unreal - but based in reality and based in genuine issues, and requires to be handled properly or it will repeat.

So when you have an episode, write down what upset you.

When you are out of the episode, look at what upset you and evaluate it.

Have you grown through something? Because feeling awful, grieving, and then adjusting and accepting are a normal part of growth. Do you find you see things differently after an episode?

do you find the episodes regular? Monthly? Or are they events that are triggered by bad times? If so, what?

You need to analyse and put things two and two together, and find out what the bigger picture is. Growing up involves days of feeling awful, followed by getting over the trauma and getting back on your feet. Depression doesn't involve growth or getting somewhere as a result of your suffering.

So sorry to hear you're hurting, but I'm glad you're reaching out. That shows true strength, and I want you to know you won't always feel this way. Have you told a friend, parent, or pastor how you're feeling? It's important to have a support network when things get rough. Sometimes friends can help in ways we don't even know we need it.

As a former resident advisor, one of the hardest parts of the job was seeing my residents hurting without using the available campus resources. If your school has a counselor, PLEASE chat with them. They'll have some valuable tools to help you get through the semester before your scheduled psychiatrist appointment. And if you ever feel like it's too much to handle, the National Suicide Hotline always has a listening ear at 1-800-273-8255.

You have immeasurable, unique value. The fact that you're seeking help in this shows your strength. Please know we're all rooting for you!

Thank you everyone for your responses. You all had some really good points. I've have been having a hard time trying to get my words out the last couple of days, especially after actually making the appointment. It kind of made me start thinking about a lot of things I have been masking, realizing that eventually I am going to have to say these things out loud one day to my doctor. I hit a low and then I woke up the next day sure that this is what I need to do. This morning the doctor's office called, and after asking me a couple of questions, she told me that she would advise me not to wait the two months and to come in earlier, so instead of Dec 30th I am going in on Nov 18th. So it's official! In a way, I feel kind of relieved. I'm not nervous anymore.

Thank you again, everyone. Being on this site and connecting with everyone really helps!!!

-C