Depression & Bipolar runs in my family and I think I have it too.?
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Little by little!\nWell, if you are concern about afecting your little one, I think you maybe more inclined to do so by reacting this way. You are reacting with FEAR. \n\nDepression is a living hell, people who suffer it is not crazy. I understand your fear of going to the Dr. but going to make a checkup, or talk to him does not mean you are accepting that you have some sort of depression.\n\nMy guess is that you can go trought your life without the need of a physcologist or even worry about being depress or diagnosted for any.\nYou say you think you have it to. Why do you suspect that, just because you have been feeling bad or sad?\nyou will feel worst if you keep worring about it. Feeling sad, or depress does not mean you are clinical Depressed.\n\nWorrying, and panic are roads to do so. So fist of all, STOP. Dont worry anymore about it. \nMaybe because of your family you are inclined to depression. Most of the times Depression is trigered by something, an event, or an circular worrying cicle like the one you are doing. Few, very few are the cases when depression is a Pathological illness. \n\nMy best advice is:\ndont panic, ther is no reason to do so. \nIf you need to talk to a doctor, just to get to know the facts do so. or look it up in the Internet. just press "DEPRESSION" on a Search engine and you`ll find a lot of stuff to study.\n\nReally, dont be afraid.
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There are only theories about what causes Bipolar D/O; however, there does appear to be a genetic-environmental interaction that occurs to "cause" these symptoms. Having blood-related relatives with severe mental health problems (e.g., schizophrenia, severe depression, bipolar d/o) increases the likelihood of some one in your family having Bipolar D/O, but then this disorder only occurs in about 1% of the population. Thus, the genetic component does not appear to be the be all end all of the story. There is some evidence that suggests the combination of a genetic predisposition combined with a high level of parental distress and inconsistency may lead to bipolar, but these are only correlations.
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If you go get medical attention they can tell what is wrong with you. But hopefully you just have a short temper. I  know someone who is bipolar and its not fun they said they wish they just had a short temper so best of luck to you. But go get some medical attention. Let me know what happens i will keep you in my thoughts.
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I had problems much like you describe. I was also depressed a lot of the time. After years of anger and depression I found out that I was bipolar. I am taking medication now for the last 3 months. Things are going very well for me now. I'm not saying you are bipolar, but it is something to consider. If you are bipolar the anger management or behavioral therapy will do little good because bipolar disorder is not a behavioral problem. It is a medical problem caused by an imbalance of chemicals used by the brain. There are many good medications that can be used to treat it but it is a life long disorder that will take treatment your entire life. The good news is that it is well managed with the meds and you can expect to live a fulfilling and productive life. Check the website I link to below for more info on bipolar disorder. Good luck and contact me if you want or need more info.\n\nSincerely,\nTerry
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I think you badly need to see a doctor and get some treatment for depression....;
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Bipolar Disease runs in my family, so I always get a little concerned when my moods shift suddenly.  In your case, I would definately suggest talking to someone...doctor, friend, family...its always best to let someone know where your mind and heart are at.  Hormones can also play a big part in your emotions, especially if your menstruating or are pregnant.  I dont know where your from, but Im from MA., and its been raining here for weeks on end.  The weather can also have a strong effect on your moods.  Be well sister!
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first you need to seek medical attention asap and tell them what is going on and you may can benefit proper medication accompanied with therapy.the problem may be caused from a chemical imbalance in the brain or from what is going on your life causing you to feel this way. i to suffered from depression and went to see a doctor and found out i suffered from anxiety and panic attacks and medication and therapy has saved my life. i will prey for you. if you really want help please feel free to email me at myloveakcs@yahoo.com i know you don't feel like you have anybody to talk to but you do. please go see your family doctor. if money or no insurance is a problem you can call the united way they should be able to guide you in the right direction.
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You sound depressed and suicidal.  Hon, get help.  It's not here.  Good luck
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I'm 40 and I have the same problem with some of my family.  Wish I had an answer for you.  Sometimes I get the feeling that the people in my life really don't think I can do anything right.  At least their actions say so.  I usually ignore their stupid remarks and go about things my own way.  If the remarks really get to me, I'll just plain tell them that I know what I'm doing.  Usually works too.
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Seriously...talk to someone outside of your family. Alot of people have these same thoughts. Everything builds up inside you and when you let it all out, you keep thinking about it over and over. If you talk to your family DR they might be able to refer you to someone. Good luck!!!!
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you haven't described anything that sounds like a manic episode to me - bipolar is NOT what most people conceive of as 'mood swings'. You haven't described anything that sounds like mania. It's more than just feeling cheerful - if someone is manic, they will talk a mile a minute and might go and do all sorts of crazy things, assuming that they can do it automatically, like go and gamble away their lifes savings because they're certain they've found a 'code' that will win them millions of dollars, or they'll commit crimes because they don't realise that what they're doing is wrong at the time. And then they come down and often feel really terrible about what's happened. You haven't described anything like that.\n\nIf there has been a tragedy, it is quite normal that you could be having problems .\nReally though, you should seek out professional help. Why delay and be in pain for longer than you need to? As both a mental health professional and a sufferer of depression, I can't recommend going and seeing a psychologist enough!\n\nIf your mum isn't a professional, then she doesn't know what is wrong with you most likely. Only a professional can make any sort of diagnoses, but far more important than a diagnosis is helping you to cope better with life. It doesn't matter what you have a potential diagnosis of really.
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You have some very serious depression going on here, as well as extremely poor self esteem.  Find someone you can trust to talk to because you need to.  Go to your family doctor and he/she will refer you to someone who can help.
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Been there, done that, it will pass, have faith and perhaps see a doctor.  You seem to be depressed.
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If your serious about how your feeling.....happy then sad. Then you might want to consider seeking medical attention....bipolar depression is very common. There is a treatment of medicine and counseling out there. If your interested in finding out more then go to this site: psychcentral.com/quizzes/bipolarquiz   Best Wishes. :)
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With the up and down days(extreme) it really sounds like you are bipolar. I would address that issue before looking into other aspects of your personality. See a professional. If you don't know where to go consult your doctor, s/he may know a good one to go to. Good Luck.
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There are loads of options. Depression's not my bag, I'm bipolar, but I suggest you wander over to http://www.crazyboards.org for some more advice.
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Yes I'm sorry to say Bipolar is genetic. It doesn't have to be from your parents but from someone down your family tree. If you could look up your parents family trees  you will find it.   I am bipolar 1.  I have been dignosed for several years. At first I spent many months off and on in a mental facility trying to understand what happened to me. Now, I am on medicine which helps a lot. I haven't been hospitalized for almost a year now. If you are having black-out periods  or extreme anger outburst then you need to get some help now.