I don't know what to do.

[darrenl18]

The past couple of weeks ive been constantly feeling very tearful , scared , alone. Im struggling to get through my day to day activities, I cant eat and I'm struggling to get to sleep at nights and when I do eventualy fall asleep its only for a couple of hours at a time im at the point im taking several strong painkillers to make me tired, I feel like I have no one to talk to despite having my family/girlfriend around. I feel silly getting upset over nothing but to me it cant be helped. Im scared im going to continue pushing everyone away from me that I love. Ive been recommended to see my local GP but scared that im going to be judged because of only being 18. I want to feel cheerful again but I feel theres no point.

[Gambit62]

GP would be good. There are a lot of things that could be causing you to feel the way you are feeling so it would be good to get those checked out (depression/anxiety can be a symptom of a lot of other things)

Try to stick away from the painkillers if you can. They may actually be making you feel tired without actually helping you to sleep.

And come back and let us know how you get on.

[missrat]

Depression is now recognised in children, and is not uncommon at 18. It is well worth seeing your GP, who can decide what kind of treatment and support are most suited to you.

Do take care - especially with the painkillers,

Ann x

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Hi,

I'm sorry you are feeling so rotten. I would keep a record of your symptoms and take that to the GP, explain what's been happening and ask to see a counsellor rather than go on meds as it sounds as if you need someone to talk to.

Suexxx

[darrenl18]

Going to my gp within the next hour, feel like I'm really struggling now. Will post up how things go.