Question 1

is there a reason for why i'm always melancholy the first 5 hours of the day and ecstatic by bed time?

Accepted Answer

Not a morning person: There is an explanation for your experience of being depressed (melancholy) in the morning and ecstatic at night.  Beyond the possibility of not being a "morning person, " you might have a diagnosable condition. Your physician can evaluate you and assist in directing your treatment if necessary. You might enjoy just feeling "pretty good" most of the time, and this can be a realistic goal.

Question 2

currently taking kapidex but will sometimes throw up black/coffee ground bile. is this an issue or just humor (melancholy) per the greeks?

Accepted Answer

See gastro: Coffee-ground emesis is not normal. Bile is green. Yes, you are on a medicine for ulcer, but sometimes there are failures. You still could have slow bleeding area, especially off and on. It is best to have it evaluated and maybe an upper endoscopy can look but depends on what your doctor feels.

Question 3

i am a 19 y/o female. my pms has worsened in the past year. the most unmanageable symptom is depression; i feel little emotion, am melancholy/lethargic/hopeless, little appetite. is there nonpharmacological treatment for this?

Accepted Answer

You can: start w a medical eval. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or insight oriented psychotherapy can help. Don't isolate. Spend time w people. Use your support system. Get out. Don’t stagnate at home.  Get at least 8 hours of sleep/night &amp; eat healthfully.  Daily aerobic physical activity is a big +. Try acupuncture, tai chi, qi gong, yoga or meditation. Recommend the “Feeling Good Book" by Dr. David Burns.

Question 4

my son remains depressed?

Accepted Answer

Get help for him: Depression is very treatable.  Get him in to see his physician and a therapist right away.  They will determine what is causing the depression and the best treatment. Often it is medication and therapy.  Men are often reluctant to seek help.  It may take persuasion.  Sometimes positive activity and being in sunlight can help, but he still needs a doctor.

Question 5

im depressed please help?

Accepted Answer

Get counsel: First analyze if any external causes provoke your depression. If so, deal with them. Often you might benefit from both counseling and antidepressant medication. Use your support system (family & friends) keep looking forward, not down or backward. Get some exercise. Maintain proper nutrition. Try to sleep the same length of time as before your depression started.

Question 6

i think i might be depressed?

Accepted Answer

Depression: If you think you are depressed then go get help

Question 7

i am depressed and i dont why?

Accepted Answer

: Go get a checkup with your doc. Once you are found clear of a health issue that might cause such feelings they can refer to a mental health professional for assessment.

Question 8

i am depressed,can you help me?

Accepted Answer

Hmm: Understanding why we are depressed and talking it over with family, friends, community members may provide some relief. This however  needs a face to face encounter. Perhaps you can see your doctor for a full history and check up and make the proper steps to get your better. If you feel you are  a threat to harm yourself or loved ones please go to the closest hospital. Good luck

Question 9

could every teen get depressed?

Accepted Answer

It is not uncommon: To have a depressed mood at times. However, it is not likely that every single teenager would develop clinical depression. It is possible that just about anyone could develop clinical depression with the right genetic loading or the perfect storm of stressors.

Question 10

how can i tell if i'm depressed?

Accepted Answer

Professional eval: "depressed" is a feeling... If you feel depressed (low, sad, pessimistic), then you do.  But your question may be about "clinical depression" or "major depression", that is, a state of depressed mood severe enough to require treatment.  This can best be answered  by an in-person evaluation with a mental health professional, who can assess your mood and other related symptoms.  Take care.

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Is there a reason for why i'm always melancholy the first 5 hours of the day and ecstatic by bed time?

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Currently taking kapidex but will sometimes throw up black/coffee ground bile. is this an issue or just humor (melancholy) per the greeks?

A member asked:

I am a 19 y/o female. my pms has worsened in the past year. the most unmanageable symptom is depression; i feel little emotion, am melancholy/lethargic/hopeless, little appetite. is there nonpharmacological treatment for this?

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My son remains depressed?

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Im depressed please help?

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I think i might be depressed?

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I am depressed and i dont why?

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I am depressed,can you help me?

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Could every teen get depressed?

A member asked:

How can i tell if i'm depressed?

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