Is it normal to feel this depressed?
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Gee, sounds like my job searching life history.  I, however, do not have children.  But I was laid off in 2004 from my job as a Probation Officer.  (who would have thought they needed less P.O.s) I have been trying to get hired by the State of Georgia and Alabama as a Probation Officer ever since.  I have interviewed for at least 10 different positions, and so far it has been the same response.  "We were very impressed with you, however, we chose another candidate.  Please continue to apply."  If they were so impressed, then why am I still working for peanuts at my current 'fill-in' job that pays $9,000 less per year than I was making?  Who knows.  One office has a female Chief, she refuses to hire women.  She hired a man that was a car washer and a tax preparer, over me, a qualified (both by College degree and 3.5 years experience) probation officer.  I have been so sick of the whole interview scene and depressed to boot.  But, I haven't given up.  I keep praying, and I know that God will lead me where I need to be.\n\nMy advise. Keep your head up and stay motivated and positive.  Eventually, an employer will see what a benefit you would be to his/her company, and you will get the job you deserve.\n\nGood luck!!
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Snowbunny, feeling the way you do is perfectly normal. Sometimes you don't know what you had until you loose it, I kow how you feel... No matter who you talk to, its like nobody understands or they can't grasp what you're going through and so you can't seem to get over this depression because even the advice your friends or parents give you still doesn't feel good enough. You just want to cry, you feel like treating everyone around you the way you feel. Can't eat, Can't sleep and you can't remember the last time you really smiled from your heart, but trust me when I say, if its meant to be, he will come back and you guys can try again. It won't be tomorrow or next month, no one knows but trust me. And what ever you do, don't consider hurting yourself over something that might feel "like the end of the world" to you. I've got a scar for every heartbroken event in my life when I was either used or mistreated. 5 years of bad memories but looking back now, I found someone who loves me the way none of those in the past could, even though I thought so that time. Thinking of you snowbunny..... good luck hey!
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It is probably a good idea to seek out some therapy. There may be some underlying issues as to why you feel so depressed and there are a lot of options available to aid with this situation. If you would like further assistance with help, please email me.
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Awww so sweet. \n\nRide it out cowboy! Talking to people would help too.\n\nYour not alone.\n\nI feel alone, because I am sad, not because I don't have someone.
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perhaps admitting you have a problem and calling your doctor. Sometimes you cant help but feel depressed and have anxiaty (?) It may be a chemical imbalace. Might not have anything to do with you directly.
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Registered Nurse Here; Well hun, I think most of us feel this way from time to time, however when this starts out numbering the good days.  It would benefit you greatly to see a Physician, your family doctor, he or she, may decide with you to try a medication or they may suggest a psychiatrist.  Not sleeping well and crying spells are two classical symptoms of depression.  I know  your having a hard time, and there is no need for you to suffer to this degree in the era of medication and modern technology, you can be helped and assisted to feel better.  Please seek medical/mental attention,  there is MHMR, or a family practice doctor.  Both of these can put you on the road to recovery.  Thank you for the opportunity to address such a sensitive question.  Please seek some help.
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It depends what you're depressed about, and how deeply you're depressed. If it's about disappointments, troubles... everybody has em. If what you feel is really extreme, meaning, u might not know how to handle it, seek help, and dont go taking zoloft and shiit just because your boyfriend left you (thats a natural, understandable kind of depression- the assumption that its normal to be happy 100% of the time is bullshiit)- those things are addictive and have bad sideffects - the best advertizers make it seem as simple as an over-the-counter advil. You have to tell yourself you'll overcome it and just know theres something better out there than how you feel now. This is something that you have to know somewhere inside - you create this reality for yourself even if you cant change the outside reality thats bothering you - to kind of look into the future that you want and see it as a reality that you have to work towards or bust - think of everything youre missing in life if you stay depressed or if you let what got you depressed keep you that way forever. and even if you cant change the circumstance that caused your depression, you'll have a much better chance to function if you shake it off or give yourself a ballpark deadline as to how long you'll be sunk into that low feeling- you just must invent your own determination or think about what really does it for you in life or what would do it for you- and think, i wont have that if i stay constantly depressed.so after sulking for a limited time to get it out of yo system, u have to move on- makes sense? at some point you have to be hard on yourself and tell yourself to cut it out - to start being nice to yourself, be a little gentle and not cruel to your own self - and when the depression has overstayed its welcome, and if youre determined to come out of it, you gradually open back up again. people should rely alot more on themselves than external medicines for depression - only as a last resort (and through a registered psychiatrist who you tell exactly how you feel, how long and what made you depressed) but generally even if its with medicine, you always count on yourself- at some point feeling better becomes your decision to consciously modify your mood - like becoming a character who you slowly believe in. even meds dont work if you dont believe youre the one who controls how you feel and how you react to things. just think if the depressions making it too hard on you and if you decide against it, decide to fight against your depression, refuse too accept it after its been too long - and you make that choice, bottom line, to float back up from the drowning depths of sorrow or just to stay there - even with meds, nobody but u can make that decision for you!
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No, it's not normal to "like" being depressed. You should seek help. Maybe talk to a parent (if you're close) or a good friend. Change the things in your life that are bothering you. (Easier said then done, I know) But it's worth a shot. Do you want to be this way for the rest of your life? I hope not. Seek help!  : )
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No! that sounds really serious! Its normal to feel a little sad or pissed off when you have your period but if youre are honestly thinking about taking your own life it sounds like a serious hormone imbalance or just depression in general you should really talk to a doctor about it.
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No its not you should have your peace of mind and be happy talk to someone about this its not normal to be in depression but i know alot of people are and they dont even know about this.
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Hi, I feel the same way, lost and broken.  You are suffering from depression.  That is the easy answer, the hard part is how to get rid of the depression.  Depression is anger turned inward.  Start by asking yourself Do I feel angry?  If this depressed feeling lasts for more than a few weeks you should see a doctor.  There are 2 kinds of depression situational (the dog dies so you are sad) or chemical depression, one of the brain chemicals is out of balance.  Not a very big deal just ask you doctor.  I wish you luck.  If you want someone to talk to I give great advice, and it is always good to talk to someone.
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I think a lot of people feel that way from time to time! I have felt that way when I was having anxiety or depression. It is kind of an detach feeling, or a feeling of unreality. If you are feeling this way often than you might want to talk to your doctor! \n\nI hope you feel better soon!!! Best wishes to you!
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no but wan i feel like
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It sure is normal, aclohol is a depressant of course you knwo that, and that is why you feel that way... their maybe underlying issue's why you may feel stressed, I don't know, but I do know your not alone, I suffer the same thing, and I hate it that is why I too don't drink often.. it just doesn't feel good afterwards, i have fun while drinking, most the time anyway, but after is so miserable, if I were you I wouldn't bother, that is what I think I may do, just not drink, that way I don't have to worry about it, but hang in there, your for sure not alone, millions of others suffer the same thing..  take care, Pam
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dear friend there's nothing wrong with you...you are absolutely fine.....its just in your head that you are not well & unmotivated....... you just need someone to cheer you up & take care of you as you might be feeling lonely.....so just think positively & refresh yourself.........\nhave a nice day & live well..
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Oh Mr. Baldwin, I am feeling just that.\n\nIt's been a difficult journey, and I am doing my absolute best, but I do feel just as though I'm not getting anywhere.\n\nJust over a week ago, I thought I had reached my destination, then disappointment hit me head on again!  My sadness, unfortunately, was displayed in a question just this past week.  \n\nWell, I'll be there soon enough.  Thank you for asking.
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Hi - I'm sorry that you feel that way. It sounds like you may need to talk with someone professional. There are so many things to be done that can help you to feel more social, or to alleviate that "empty" feeling. I hope you mention these feelings to someone near you who is kind and very caring.