depression?

[Doggylover1635]

hello, I am new here and I don’t really know what I am feeling at the moment. This happened bout almost after spring break when I returned to my studies. I feel as if I have no friends and I feel like I can’t talk to my family about this because I fear what they might have to say. I also feel like everyday is the same and that night time comes too fast. I’m going on a trip toward June and not sure if I will still be feeling like this or not.

[gajh]

Hello and Welcome. You have come to a good place to connect with people who understand depression and anxiety. I hope you find it as helpful as I have.

[Dolphin14]

Welcome to the community.

I'm sorry you aren't doing well. Did something happen during your break that started these feelings?

It's not easy for many people to open up to their family. What support services are offered on campus?

We are here to support you

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[Doggylover1635 in reply to Dolphin14]

Hi, thank your for reaching out, nothing happened over spring break but the night before I started feeling really unsure and I think that’s when it start to happen. I saw myself have breakdown, having the same thoughts over and over again and that if I told my parents they won’t be happy with me being the people they are. Do you have any coping skills that could maybe help?

[Dolphin14 in reply to Doggylover1635]

That's interesting as usually something tips it off but sometimes it takes a bit of reflection to figure that out. It's hard to spend time on that when you aren't doing well.

My personal experience is that I needed to educate myself on this before I could figure out how to fix it.

Do a bit of reading or watch some you tubes. Read some postings here and reply and ask questions.

My go to things are

Exercise, distraction, meditation, yoga, mindfulness, breathing techniques, I'm also on medication

Quality of life is very important so if you feel this is keeping you from doing things you enjoy please seek professional help