I've been to several different doctors, counsellors and psychologists and nobody is helping. They all seem to have conflicting ideas about what is wrong. Some use the excuse "You're a teenager. You'll probably grow out of it." Yes I know there is a chance me emotional problems will not last forever, but I would still like them to be taken seriously. I've been told I have Social Anxiety, Clinical Depression, an Adjustment Disorder, and nothing (meaning I am completely fine). So... yeah. I'm extremely confused and a bit scared because I hate not knowing what's wrong.
For almost 5 months now I have been feeling depressed. And I mean actually depressed, not just "Oh, I'm having a crap day". While some days are easier than others, overall I don't feel happy much. And if I do it doesn't last long. I used to cut myself but I have quit. I've thought about and planned for suicide several times, but never did it (mainly because of my parents... as much as I wanted to die I didn't want them to have to deal with it). I cry over the simplest of things, sometimes for no reason at all. I'm easily irritated and have zero motivation. Sometimes I get physical symptoms like cramps, nausea, headaches. I find it hard to cope with change sometimes. I get weird appetite changes. I wake up incredibly early in the morning and sometimes find it hard to sleep at night. I'm an extremely insecure person. I hate socialising and I always worry what other people think and have this idea in my head that everyone hates me.
Nothing seemed to cause my depressed mood in the beginning. Suddenly one day I just didn't feel right. I get bullied a bit at schools that makes me feel worse sometimes, but I don't see it as the main cause.
Sorry for making this so long. Totally understand if no one wants to answer this. If anyone has ever experienced similar feelings, I guess I'd like to know... well... what was wrong? and how did you deal with it?
Thanks.
Bye
Thank you so much. Your answer was absolutely beautiful. I'm sorry you've been suffering with depression and self harm. I'm glad things are getting better for you. Again, thank you so much for answering.