The (REAL)ities of Depression

Depression, we as females know all about that. Getting your heart broken by some boy, then locking yourself away in your room with a pint of your favorite ben and jerry's, your favorite blanket, and a marathon of some t.v. show. We know it as a temporary sadness that last for a few days then we get over it. But for some people it's not temporary. That sadness is long term, and difficult to get over. And it becomes a serious illness if untreated that could potentially lead to suicide. It's very important to recognize the symptoms of clinical depression:

Difficulty concentrating, remembering details, and making decisions

Fatigue and decreased energy

Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and/or helplessness

Feelings of hopelessness and/or pessimism

Insomnia, early-morning wakefulness, or excessive sleeping

Irritability, restlessness

Loss of interest in activities or hobbies once pleasurable, including sex

Overeating or appetite loss

Persistent aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems that do not ease even with treatment

Persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" feelings

Thoughts of suicide, suicide attempts

Now that you know the symptoms you can now recognize them if they should occur to you. Depression is a very serious matter that shouldn't be taken lightly. I know how easy it is to brush it off and ignore it, or brush it off. But you can not ignore how you feel. It's important for your mental stability. If for any reason you feel depressed because your unhappy in your life or the circumstances in your life and you feel as though you cant overcome your depression you should talk to your doctor. I understand how it feels to be depressed. It truly is a feeling of helplessness. Like no one hears your cries for help, and can help you out of your stupor. It's very hard to cope with alone. And no one should have to. But some people do. And they sometimes don't make it out of their situation. So in order to avoid this situation you should talk to someone. And sometimes parents like to shrug it off and say that nothing is wrong with you. But truly deep within you know that feeling of helplessness wont go away. Get help! It's ok, don't be ashamed about it. Be proud that your doing something about it and trying to get better. Because eventually someone will hear your cry for help. I just hope someone hears mine.