Do I have depression or anxiety?

[GemGem95]

For 2 weeks I’ve had loss of appetite, and tight chest feeling like having to take deep breathes.

I haven’t been diagnosed with a mental illness but I do have strong symptoms of anxiety and depression.

I have had suicidal thoughts in the past and just low mood.

[hypercat54]

Hi there are no medics on here so no one can diagnose you, we are just fellow sufferers.

What you need to do is see your doctor, get a diagnosis, and access the help available to you. Having suicidal thoughts is definitely a red flag that you need help, so don't delay please. x

[MAS_Nurse]

Hi GemGem95, and thank you for your post. You will receive replies from other members of this caring forum who understand how you are feeling. We are unable to give a diagnosis on the forum, so I suggest you make an appointment to see your GP as soon as you can. He/she will be able to help and support you. Can you think of what may of happened 2 weeks ago when you began to develop these symptoms, as this may help you to address your anxiety?

You may find the following website helpful----

Self-helptherapiesNHS

nhs.ukHealthA-Zmoodzone

We care about you on this community and our members will try and support you as much as we can. Please remember that you are not alone. In the meantime, if you are feeling distressed and live in the UK, please call--

The Samaritans Freephone 116 123 [24 hour helpline] 7 days a week

They provide a listening ear.

If you live outside of the UK and are distressed, please have a look at the Crisis Support Helplines on the Pinned Post section of the screen. Keep posting and take care. Are any other forum members able to help GemGem95,please?

Thank you and best wishes.

[Hidden]

Make an appointment with your GP, write a list of your concerns. This list will help you explain your needs. If you know the cause, that will help you on a recovery pathway

BOB

[chbale in reply to Hidden]

That's great advice Bob - GP appointments can be quick and stressful. I'd advice GemGem95 to write ALL issues on a sheet of paper and give that to the GP. You can't forget issues and they can't ignore them if they're put in front of them.

Good luck GemGem95 the hardest part is realising you have a problem, you need to seek professional help.