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Is this anxiety? Depression? Or something else?
Okay, so a couple months ago I got depressed, all I did was sleep, I didn't eat, and I didn't really talk to anyone. I really don't know why this happened? I am 13. Is this just a phase of what teens get? I went to a therapist after, I found out I have ADD, ( I did not do good in school still don't )
Lately, I freak out over everything. At night I can't sleep, I get paranoid. I think someone is looking at me, someone is gonna break into my house. Yes, I do take Melatonin. But it does not work.. AT ALL. I take 2 every night I still wake up and have panic attacks. I fall asleep with a tv on but it has a timer, and every time I wake up with the feeling someone is watching me.. so I turn on my tv for light. and sound. The other day I had a panic attack for mo reason, I bite my nails, twist me hair. It is weird. Yes I do freak out before I have a test,,, And then I end up failing it. I havn't got my ADD medicine yet, But I am thinking I want to go to a therapist again? Is that a good thing? he already knows about my sleeping problem but I didn't really talk t o him about my panic attacks. Should I go? And tell him about it? And I know You will say turn off your tv and all this tuff, but it scares me when it is not on. And please no harsh comments. And when I was depressed I had thoughts about cutting ( I didn't though)
So what is this?
4 Answers
- 9 years agoFavorite Answer
I have experienced all of these symptoms and your not alone. I suggest going back to the therapist. I found that talking to someone is a massive help for your self esteem and just general outlook on life. As for the falling asleep with the tv on thing. I still do it and I'm nearly 19. It's not that weird. More like a night light than a tv :)
And the depression: probably A teenaged phase. I went through and so did most of my friends. This is not to say its fine. You should still talk to your therapist because talking to someone can make all the difference.
Just remember that there are people out there who will listen to your problems and are there to help. :)
Source(s): Personal experience. - ?Lv 45 years ago
I Suffer From Anxiety And Depression Also. Im 15 And My Mom Dad And Sister All Suffer/Suffered From It.Mine Didnt Start Until My Brother Died When I Was 12 And five Months Later My Dad..Ive Lost Over 10 People In Less Than three Years And I Have Alot Of Stress In My Life. Im 15 And Feel As If Ive Been Through More S*** Then A 30 Year Old.The Best Thing For It Is Orange Juice. Your Not A NUT CASE Its Totally Normal. Maybe You Should Try Lexapro My Sister Is On It And Her Anxiety Before She Was On It Was So Bad She Wouldnt Leave The House And Barely Ever Left Her Room But Now She Does Alot Of Stuff She Has A Boyfriend And She Gets Out Alot More. An Anxiety Attack Is The WORST Feeling In The World.
- Anonymous9 years ago
Worry births restless thoughts. Restless thoughts keep one awake. Being awake means you miss sleep. Missing sleep confuses the mind, making you worried.
Its a positive feedback loop. You need to get some sleep if at all possible. I dont know how, just..I use tylenol PM. it helps.
- Anonymous9 years ago
I think you have anxiety and slight paranoia. i think you should definately seek help again because this is a problem
