Sickness ....

[BEE247]

Hi I’m bee, I’m 16 years old and I’m struggling with depression and anxiety... i don’t want to say to much about myself ... as I’m ashamed of what’s happened to me 😫 one of the things I’m struggling with is constantly feeling sick or maybe it’s just in my head but it’s every night and I’ve started to change my life around it and I’m petrified I would really appreciate some advice or help

[Lexica02]

Hi bee. Don’t ever be ashamed. Maybe right now you feel uncomfortable but in time you may find that it helps to say what you feel and talk about what you’re experiencing. Support groups don’t pass judgement on people or their feelings. They are here to show...support!

[hypercat54]

Hi Bee nice to meet you. Please don't feel ashamed as it's not your fault you are suffering from depression/anxiety you know. It's not a fault in you any more than it would be if you fell and broke your leg for example.

Have you told your parents how you feel? Do you feel you can and that they would understand and help? How about a school counsellor? The other option is to see your doctor. At your age it should be confidential but check it out with them first. x

[dogmom07]

Hi Bee! You should never be ashamed of who you are. This took me a long time to realize. I was diagnosed with clinical depression and general anxiety disorder when I was 18(now 23). I always wanted to deny that I had anything going on with me. I was sure it was just because I was an emotional girl, well that wasn't the case. It scared me because I didn't want to be "that person" but i've learned to accept it. I still am not fully comfortable opening up about it to people besides people who are very close to me. I have now been going to therapy since October and it has helped me a ton, plus antidepressants that I am on. I do know what you mean with the constantly feeling sick, because I still am like that also. It could be from all the stress you're putting yourself through, I know that's mainly what mine is from. When ever I start thinking too much or getting overwhelmed I start feeling sick to my stomach. I just try to treat it as a regular stomach ache and try some clear soda or water and maybe something light to eat. I hope that what you're going through, you know that you are never alone.

I wish you the best.