Some things to share

[Cecilie]

Hello all. There has been a lot of changes recently in my life and I feel I never really got to express them all, so thought I'd just post them here as I know there are a lot of good people here. Sorry if this post is in pieces and not well written, I just need to write it down somehow.

Right, so I started school this August. I have tried to finish 11th grade twice before with no success. It seems to be working well this time and I'm almost done with half a semester which is amazing to me. I've been to school almost every day for the last three weeks, which to me is also amazing. It truly is a great school where most of the students have (or have had) some type of mental issues. Whether it be anxiety, depression or something else. I also met my ex-boyfriend there, something I'm not getting into details about. Let's just say it was difficult...

So, another thing that's on my mind is my mom. I do feel she tends to only be supportive of me when I am doing good. Like it's my fault I am depressed and whatnot and that I'm not trying hard enough to be happy. And since my dad lives is Thailand, I don't get to see him often.

Then there's the fact that I don't have many friends. This isn't a recent thing, but it's sort of always on my mind. I'm rather social at school, but that's where it ends. There is one guy at school though whom I've spent some time with out of school. He's a really cool guy and I like him a lot. I don't really know whether I'd like to be more than friends or not, but I am really interested in knowing what he things of me, because he's really hard to read.

Anyway, that's really all I have to say right now. Sorry if it got a little teenagegirlishy. I appreciate comments and advice.

[Whitney]

Good job with getting through half of the school year.  If your depression gets in the way again, go for your GED...you can still go to college if that is in your plans; there may even be scholarships for people suffering from depression.

Also, it's okay to not have many friends and a few close friends is often better than a lot of distant friends.  Btw, usually with high school aged guys if they are a close friend then there is a good chance they also would be interested in more than a friends relationship; but there are the exceptions.  Wait till you know if you want to be more than just friends before trying to find out what he thinks...and even then usually a moment arises where the opportunity naturally presents itself.

Since you seem to be currently in a good spot, now may be the time to work in some exercise if you aren't already.  Exercise can give you a natural mood lift and can help fight off chemical depression.

Don't worry about your mom...she probably just doesn't know how to help and might be a little bit frustrated with herself (causing her to act in a way that comes across poorly from your perspective).  Perhaps your doctor/therapist can help you talk to her in a manner that is productive for both of you?

[Asmodean]

Good job with getting through half of the school year.  If your depression gets in the way again, go for your GED...you can still go to college if that is in your plans; there may even be scholarships for people suffering from depression.

OR Norway. Free education. 

You can also get some really nice help with depression from your doctor, if (s)he is even remotely ompetent. Mine was.

It's nothing to be afraid of - just go there and tell the doc that you are depressed and how it affects your quality of life.

[Cecilie]

Good job with getting through half of the school year.  If your depression gets in the way again, go for your GED...you can still go to college if that is in your plans; there may even be scholarships for people suffering from depression.

Thank you. I am really determined to finish high school. It may take a few extra years since I don't have as many classes as is normal.

Btw, usually with high school aged guys if they are a close friend then there is a good chance they also would be interested in more than a friends relationship; but there are the exceptions.  Wait till you know if you want to be more than just friends before trying to find out what he thinks...and even then usually a moment arises where the opportunity naturally presents itself.

He's 24, and I have had the same thoughts myself. I guess I'm just a little impatient.

Since you seem to be currently in a good spot, now may be the time to work in some exercise if you aren't already.  Exercise can give you a natural mood lift and can help fight off chemical depression.

Yes, I probably should do this.

Don't worry about your mom...she probably just doesn't know how to help and might be a little bit frustrated with herself (causing her to act in a way that comes across poorly from your perspective).  Perhaps your doctor/therapist can help you talk to her in a manner that is productive for both of you?

I think you might be right. If it gets worse I'll consider your advice. I appreciate it.

[Cecilie]

Good job with getting through half of the school year.  If your depression gets in the way again, go for your GED...you can still go to college if that is in your plans; there may even be scholarships for people suffering from depression.

OR Norway. Free education. 

You can also get some really nice help with depression from your doctor, if (s)he is even remotely ompetent. Mine was.

It's nothing to be afraid of - just go there and tell the doc that you are depressed and how it affects your quality of life.

I'm already on medication, but still I have my off days.

[Asmodean]

I'm already on medication, but still I have my off days.

Cipralex? Because if that aint working, there is other good dope to be had. 

[OldGit]

Cecilie, I can only wish you all the best.  I've been through this too, so I can empathise.

[Cecilie]

I'm already on medication, but still I have my off days.

Cipralex? Because if that aint working, there is other good dope to be had.  

Fluoxetin.

[Cecilie]

Cecilie, I can only wish you all the best.  I've been through this too, so I can empathise.

Thank you.

[The Magic Pudding]

Ah, our Cecilie is low.
I don't know if I've plumbed similar depths.
Exercise can't hurt but some people are insulted by the suggestion.
Anyway you're one of my favourite people and I wish you well.

Be warned, I'm still going to poke fun at you, Puddings can be terribly insensitive.

[Cecilie]

Be warned, I'm still going to poke fun at you, Puddings can be terribly insensitive.

I expect nothing less.