Cure for Depression...

[Jack and Calumon]

I am depressed.
It's snowing, but I can't bear to go out there. I have games, but I don't want to play them, and I just feel depressed. Its not due to boredom, (Partly bullying, I'm 14, and its being sorted out, apparently) and I feel depressed.
Does anyone here know a quick cure for depression. I'm actually meant to be a seeing a Physciatrist (Sorry, can't spell it) about it. I'm meant to be having a meeting about anti depressants, but I can't wait til the end of the month. I need something to cure this almighty depression. Can someone help please?
Oh, and I'd appreciate it if Fanboys, Trolls, and flamers stayed away. I'm in a foul mood, and they won't help.

 

[Chaz D]

Here's the best cure:

You're fourteen.

Seriously, you've got your whole life ahead of you. You're slap-bang in the middle of what should be the best days of your life, when you're intelligent enough to know what makes you happy, and healthy enough to be able to go and get it. Bullying isn't easy to get through, but it's still something you WILL get through, no matter how terrible it is.

Best thing is to just surround yourself with the people you love, and don't let people tear you down. No matter what they think, you're worth more than that. As soon as you realize you deserve to be happy, the depression just kind of melts away.

Just so you know, I'm speaking from experience.

 

[NXMT]

If it's a quick cure then it's not really a cure at all. More like a painkiller and by painkiller, I mean maybe you're just going through a temporary phase.

What's eating you? Maybe all you need is a load off your chest.

 

[NeonZombie]

A quick cure for depression - im affraid i don't think there are any... just talk it out with your family / friends Eventually everything will sort itself out

 

[Hippobatman]

Take a good workout. It's a great way to blow off some steam. That's what I do when I'm feeling down, going for a long run and listening to music. Preferably heavy/thrash metal, only if you like it of course.

 

[Reaperman Wompa]

Wank

In all seriousness there's not much you can do. The best I can say is maybe look up a few sites like not always right and stuff like that. Funny and interesting stories that might at least help your mood.

Sorry about the depression by the way, hope you don't need meds.

Good luck!

 

[Jack and Calumon]

If it's a quick cure then it's not really a cure at all. More like a painkiller and by painkiller, I mean maybe you're just going through a temporary phase.

What's eating you? Maybe all you need is a load off your chest.

Firstly, your avatar cheered me up alot.
Secondly I just feel lonely. My friends don't consider calling round for me anymore, Some have fell out with me(Not too bothered about that, they weren't friendly in any way), some haven't and I can't tell whether the rest like me or not, and I'm generally depressed. Also that person I said who is bullying me lives on my street so I'm worried I'll see him if I go out, and he wants a fight with me badly as he hasn't a brain to spare. Also I have a serious temper problem and people treat it like a sport. I'd either hurt them or myself if I believe that I can't take them on. I came out with the worlds ugliest bruise on my head one time. It's just all so depressing.

 

[Maze1125]

Force yourself to do things you enjoy.
Depression makes you feel like not doing things you actually like, but that is the worst thing to do when you're depressed as you will continue feeling depressed that way, producing a vicious cycle, a vicious cycle you must forcefully break.

If you can, force yourself to go for a half an hour run every day. Exercise produces the chemical that makes you feel good so, even though you may physically ache at the end, you'll be mentally better off.

 

[Gavmando]

Well, depression isint something that just goes away with the click of the fingers. I've had it, and it's not fun.
There's a few ways to go about fixing it. Some might work for you, some might not.

First up, hypnosis. The principal behind hypnosis is to re-prioritise things in your head. So basically they make being depressed and thinking unhappy thoughts as your minds lowest priority. And you dont have to take drugs for it.

Secondly, professional help. These people are trained to help you through your problems. They're easy to find, and your school may have someone who's job it is to deal with this stuff, or know someone else who can help you. And you dont have to take drugs.

Thirdly, exercise. Exercise releases endorphins. Endorphins make you feel good. And just because it's snowing doesnt mean that you cant find something heavy around the house and lift it a few times. And you dont have to take drugs.

Fourthly, self help books. I REALLY recommend a book called "The power of now" by Ekhart Tolle. You only really need to read the first two chapters, but that should really help you. And you dont have to take drugs.

And lastly, drugs. If they work for you, that's cool. But just remember, drugs will help you whilst you're getting counselling. They wont just magically fix the problem. Yes, they will make you feel better, but you also need to fix the problem for the depression to go away when you stop taking the drugs. The downside is that most doctors dont actually know how anti-depressants actually work. Basically, they alter your brain chemistry, but it's not really know how they work. (I'm not a medical person so I cant really explain this better.)

At the end of the day, you're aware that there's something not right. And you're trying to find out how to set things right. This is good. However you choose to deal with it, that's cool. As long as you're doing something positive about it, that's good. Just dont head down a self destructive path like drugs, alcohol or self harm, or something like that. It will only make things worse in the long run.

I'd love to say more but i'm about to fall asleep. Hope you're ok little dude.

 

[nova18]

At a push Id say your not depressed, but like me you have seasonal effective disorder, brought on by a lack of sunlight.

Tips on cheering up are:
Expose yourself to as much natural light as possible.
Eat a sugary snack.
Do some exercise.

I know how you feel though, I cant be bothered to play games, its not like me to have days off without playing PS3.

 

[nova18]

Force yourself to do things you enjoy.
Depression makes you feel like not doing things you actually like, but that is the worst thing to do when you're depressed as you will continue feeling depressed that way, producing a vicious cycle, a vicious cycle you must forcefully break.

If you can, force yourself to go for a half an hour run every day. Exercise produces the chemical that makes you feel good so, even though you may physically ache at the end, you'll be mentally better off.

Anandamide and endorphins.
The first one is the same chemical thats found in weed and the other makes you happy.

 

[Oakleysworld]

Shocked that this hasn't been trolled yet.

I'm dealing with depression, have been for a while. I wanted to post really to let you know that you aren't alone, you really aren't. It's really common unfortunately. However, there is help out there mate. Whether it's from your family and close friends or from a doctor.
Just never take those things for granted.

Also, from my experience I find that boredom is probably a big factor for you if you aren't going out so much. Just make sure that you are occupying your brain as much as you can doing things you enjoy, whether thats eating/gaming/reading, obviously don't over indulge on some things. Just make sure you never find yourself sitting around doing nothing because trust me, it can only get worse that way.

You'll get through it, just let people help. Coming on a forum and posting is pretty damn brave to be honest. Talk to your close friends, your family. They might not have a 'solution' but that doesn't mean they can't help.

Anyways, good luck. Hope you are feelin' better soon.

 

[sirdanrhodes]

Oh, and I'd appreciate it if Fanboys, Trolls, and flamers stayed away. I'm in a foul mood, and they won't help.

You're on The Escapist, any jokes are made to try and make everyone feel a bit better.

Oh, and your situation is basically what mine was. Basically, find a hobby and do it with friends, worked for me, just try and ignore the bullies, we all know they are egotistic wankers. Or try something to clear your head, for me it's either games or trying to play a bit of bass guitar, that sorts me out a treat.

 

[Helnurath]

I am depressed.
It's snowing, but I can't bear to go out there. I have games, but I don't want to play them, and I just feel depressed. Its not due to boredom, (Partly bullying, I'm 14, and its being sorted out, apparently) and I feel depressed.
Does anyone here know a quick cure for depression. I'm actually meant to be a seeing a Physciatrist (Sorry, can't spell it) about it. I'm meant to be having a meeting about anti depressants, but I can't wait til the end of the month. I need something to cure this almighty depression. Can someone help please?
Oh, and I'd appreciate it if Fanboys, Trolls, and flamers stayed away. I'm in a foul mood, and they won't help.

Fastest way of getting rid of bully is self confidence. If the bullies dont stay away with ample amounts of it, stab the "leader" of the bullies in a fleshy area that will not leave permanent damage with a sharpened stick/pencil. Or you could set one of my "infamous" traps, IE. Say something smart to them, get them to chase you to a secluded area filled with weapons that you've planted there and assault them. That always worked for me.

 

[Taizan]

I know exactly how you feel, as when i was 13/14, i felt very down, mainly because of bullying, but also because i wasn't doing enough to occupy my mind. This meant i was dwelling on stuff that i shouldn't have been, and that brought me down even further.

However, you will hopefully get through this stage, as i did. Find something that you enjoy(ed) doing, and concentrate on that. For me it was reading (i bought near on a hundred books in a year, and probably read most of them twice). If you have some sort of skills, like guitar playing, work on improving that. If you don't, get some hobby, start playing a new sport you haven't before.

And hopefully in a year or two, you will feel much better about yourself.

Hope my advice was helpful in some small way, and i hope you feel much better soon!

 

[rekabdarb]

attempt to get a gf/ alone time a lot

 

[Jack and Calumon]

Fastest way of getting rid of bully is self confidence. If the bullies dont stay away with ample amounts of it, stab the "leader" of the bullies in a fleshy area that will not leave permanent damage with a sharpened stick/pencil. Or you could set one of my "infamous" traps, IE. Say something smart to them, get them to chase you to a secluded area filled with weapons that you've planted there and assault them. That always worked for me.

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Are we talking about real life or Fallout 3 here? What weapons that are legal for a 14 year old English lad could I acquire. Oh wait, BB guns and the odd paint grenade. Guess that could work or make the problem alot worse.

 

[elmaxx]

Look up the Ren & Stimpy album called "You EEEDIOT!", play Firedogs repeatedly while singing along.

Hey you needed a quick fix, and i'm not a shrink, so...

 

[cainx10a]

If it's a quick cure then it's not really a cure at all. More like a painkiller and by painkiller, I mean maybe you're just going through a temporary phase.

What's eating you? Maybe all you need is a load off your chest.

Firstly, your avatar cheered me up alot.
Secondly I just feel lonely. My friends don't consider calling round for me anymore, Some have fell out with me(Not too bothered about that, they weren't friendly in any way), some haven't and I can't tell whether the rest like me or not, and I'm generally depressed. Also that person I said who is bullying me lives on my street so I'm worried I'll see him if I go out, and he wants a fight with me badly as he hasn't a brain to spare. Also I have a serious temper problem and people treat it like a sport. I'd either hurt them or myself if I believe that I can't take them on. I came out with the worlds ugliest bruise on my head one time. It's just all so depressing.

Tssk Tssk, you remind me, of Me. 22 years old, turning 23 this year, and over the past 7 years I have been depressed about multiple things, that girl that said she didn't like me in whatever Form 5 (O-Level classes), the fact that over said years I stop caring pretty much about all my friends and even seem to get a knack for abruptly cutting contact with anyone for gods know what reason, and a lot of other stuff that I personally find out to be silly now, yet still eat me from the inside.

You certainly don't want to end up living a miserable life. Focus on exercising (I tried it once, it worked, then my laziness kicked in and got me back in my room's corners in a fetal position trying to pull my hair out for one of the reasons mentioned above), Studies (yeah, go for the straight A-B grade range. Work on becoming independent and trying to remain pro-active about any activities you partake in, whether long term or short term.

And cheer the fuck up now.

 

[Avida]

*snip*

I've said this on so many other threads. Write down every depressing thought you have, every one that pops into your head, if you repeat a thought you've wrote down, remember that you've wrote it down, read it and the thought will go away. Once all the depressing thoughts stop swirling around in there things tend to sort themselves out fairly quickly.

Oh and a good job helps, but i guess thats kinda hard to find at 14..