New, a little ashamed and a lot desperate

[cho_chi]

Hi, I am a 20 year old girl who has no reason to be depressed, yet somehow I am. I've been dealing with it for about three years but never got professional help or really any help at all, because I never thought it was depression, at least not medically. I hit rock bottom a few months back and realised how bad it was. I seemed to be getting better after but recently had a serious backslide. So here I am, finally reaching out for help. I know most of you probably have it worse but I don't know where else to turn without being judged. If nothing else i just needed to finally put this problem into words and share them with someone.

[Obscured]

I'm really sorry that you are feeling depressed. Coming to this forum is a great first step and I hope you will also pursue professional help. You should never have to feel ashamed for having a difficult time or needing help. There are so many people of all ages dealing with similar problems. This forum is full of really kind and understanding people, including many people closer to your age. I wish you a brighter future.

[geoval]

Hi, and well done you for posting here. I recognise what you are saying and I think that many more people suffer with depression for long periods of time without as you say any real reason. I am aware that more often than not, depression has a variety of starting points, which include chemical shortage or imbalance within the neuro system. I sometimes think it similar to a diabetic person being short of insulin, or someone having a particular vitamin deficiency. So it could be as simple a cause as that. Certainly I did feel as though I was wasting the doctors time, I'm 64 years old now and grew up in a time where parents and employers etc said things like "give yourself a shake ".Thank goodness that times and attitudes have changed. When I first talked to the doctor about depression, he was great. I suddenly realised that I could have spoken to him long before I did. It was a real load of my shoulders. I would hope that you feel OK about seeing your GP, and I am sure that you will get the help you need. This is my first post on here, and I hope that it makes some sense, and please continue to talk on the forum. We are all affected by it in one way or another. Let us know how you get on. Take good care of yourself.

[Hidden]

Sorry this is happening to you. Depression is Bio Chemical by and large. Google "Serotonin" and you can can gain some insight into depression. You are not alone. You've taken the first steps toward managing your depression by reaching out.

Peer support and professional help are some tools towards leading a good life despite depression. There are more and as you get further into learning about depression the better equipped you'll be in handling your symptoms instead of your symptoms handling you.

Hang in there.

[Kat_21]

I'm so sorry you're feeling this way. You've come to the right place! Even though trauma, experiences, etc do seem to play a role in mental health, ultimately it's a chemical imbalance. Anyone can experience it. Not just those who have reasons to. I would suggest seeking professional help, not only to help discover what exactly you should do, but to understand it better. I hope this helps! And I'm here if you need a friend.

(I'm a 22 year old woman who has experienced depression for about 8 years, even before I had a 'reason' to be depressed.)

[Itzallgood1]

Welcome to this site. Hopefully you find what will help you some. Some people have some great ideas that you might try. Good luck with your journey on here.

[Saki-Amamiya]

Don’t feel ashamed or feel that there is no reason for you to be depressed. It’s just… happens. It’s about learning how to live with it and coexist peacefully going forward. You’re doing a great job so far by coming here and reaching out and I wish you all the best, friend! ✌🏻

[RemySue]

Welcome. Depression does not need a reason. I hope you find help here-have you looked into meds or counseling? Please post here as often as you need to

[Daveacr1959]

45 minutes of daily cardio exercise to produce endorphins that battle your anxiety and depression is good place to start.

[FOF9303]

Hi Cho-Chi--- so glad you are reaching out because we feel your pain/distress. As others have said, reach out to your family doctor. They can certainly be helpful for the beginning process of this. Sometimes there is never a reason for our depression...sometimes it is just transitional and other times not. Whatever the reason you deserve to have some of this weight lifted off of you, so talk to your family doctor and then a close friend or family member. Help relieve some of this burden from you. You should already feel better by reaching out here. God bless.

[Pel3749]

Hi friend and welcome. No need to feel you will be judged. You will feel much better when you talk to a counselor and with family. This is very common feelings you have. There is a lot of support out there for you. Keep in touch and God bless.