Do you guys agree?

[SilentlyCrying]

My friend has been worried about me lately due to some big changes. A few weeks ago (maybe 3?) almost everything about me changed. I started sleeping more, yet I'm still tired. I can't find the motivation to do anything including school work (which was my favorite activity. I could care less about it now.) I skipped school three or four times, once I just walked out of class and stayed out. I used to love school. I've also stopped listening and stuff. My anxiety has gotten worse by far. I can't even take the bus anymore or talk to people besides my one friend. I've hurt myself again. Everything just always aches. I can't eat, but when I do I eat more than ever; what I do eat now is unhealthy, but I can't stop. I feel so trapped. I cry myself to sleep every night. Everything just makes me more angry or upset. Recently my parents divorced, and I feel like it's my fault. My friend thinks I'm depressed. What do you think? :(

[Haleyzmont]

Wow i dont even know what to answer with any ideas y the sudden change happened

[Nexus]

I have sleep problems too. I was diagnosed with sleep apnea when I was 15. And while that might not be the root of all of you problems, it's definitely worth bringing up with your doctor. Since it's fairly recent, i'd try and see your doc somewhat soon. Depending on how that goes, he/she may direct you to a specialist or decide the course of action right then and there.

And believe me, I know seeing a doctor over this isn't exactly ideal, but I'm sure you wanna tackle the issue sooner rather than later and seeking a medical consultation will be the best and most effective way of doing so. Good luck.

[Magenta]

She's not describing sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is characterised by uneven breathing or even not breathing while sleeping. Sleep apnea would also not cause any of the other things she is describing.

However, yes, you do sound depressed. Depression affects anxiety, concentration, sleep, eating patterns, phantom pains (such as constant aching that you may not be able to expain), can trigger self-harm, irritability, etc. I could keep going with the symptoms list but I have a feeling you get my point.

A divorce can definitely be stressor that can lead to depression. I remember how miserable I was when my parents divorced. You have to remember though that your parents' divorce is not your fault. Your parents obviously had troubles that they thought would only be overcome this way. They may not have told you all of these issues or any. I, eight years later, still don't know why my parents divorced. But it is, I repeat, not your fault. You have to remember that your parents love you and their personal decision does not reflect your relationship with them.

I would recommend talking to your parents though. Explain how you're feeling and ask to speak with someone. You could benefit from talking to a therapist. Just someone to help you through the changes that a recent divorce is going to throw at you. Having an open line of communication with your parents can be great, especially if you need clarification as to what's going on. A therapist though can be someone outside the family that will focus on you. Your parents will obviously have their own emotions to deal with right now which can leave you confused as well. It might be scary to ask for some help but it would be better to tackle that now than just leaving it.

[Nexus]

Well I wasn't implying she was suffering from the same condition. I'm just saying it helps to seek medical consult early on. As you said, sleep problems often run hand-hand with other conditions, whether that's sleep apnea or something tied in with the other symptoms . In addition to having sleep apnea, I also suffered from moderately severe OCD, and frequent panic attacks, but I didn't mention that the first time around. It seemed in my case that all of those things coupled together caused a significant spike in the symptoms, but that could have just been my perception as well.

[SilentlyCrying]

Thanks for the opinions guys. I'll work on it. I was thinking about telling someone, but I was afraid it wasn't worth it.

[SirentoCries]

I think you got depression but from this post, it seems like you can be a very bright person, just strive through this episode of depression. The light of life will come back to you!

[CreditCardRepayment]

Hi SirentoCries,
I am sorry for your parrents divorced. I like to give one tips that you need to focus on your life. Be like the lion in the ground. Just feel the good in your life. You have not ever done bad in your life. Love the people and what you love it. Try to share with your partner. These would help you to have to be feel like lightly.
Thanks