Depression?

Rather than rely on online tests, go see your doctor. Even if they can't help you, they can recommend you to some places that could.

Whether you're depressed or not isn't the issue, the fact is that you're obviously struggling - the fact you're feeling suicidal is a pretty obvious indication of this - and it may be good to get some support during this time in your life. Don't worry about named diagnoses, just take care of you :smile:

xx

Reply 2

Anonymous #1

OP

Can my doctor refer me to a counsellor or someone? I feel as if I should do something about how I'm feeling but I don't know if I'd feel stupid going to a counsellor.. x

Reply 3

My sister has been referred to various counsellors & therapists over the last year. She is suffering from an eating disorder & therapy had been really helping her. Up until know that is .... :frown:

Certainely don't feel silly or embarassed going to a counsellor. They are there to help people :smile:

Reply 4

Anonymous

Can my doctor refer me to a counsellor or someone? I feel as if I should do something about how I'm feeling but I don't know if I'd feel stupid going to a counsellor.. x

As Anon.2 said, counsellors are there to help people :smile:

Your doctor can refer you, or they could give you some contact numbers. xx

Reply 5

Anonymous #3

i just took the test and got a 19 ...

Reply 6

Anonymous

i just took the test and got a 19 ...

What does that indicate ?

Reply 7

Anonymous #1

OP

I got a 31 x

Reply 8

Anonymous

I got a 31 x

Please tell me what that means (u don't have to) - but i can't really help without knowing.

But certainely go see ur gp. They can help u :smile:

Reply 9

-10____________________These ups and downs are considered normal
11-16___________________ Mild mood disturbance
17-20___________________Borderline clinical depression
21-30___________________Moderate depression
31-40___________________Severe depression
over 40__________________Extreme depression

Source

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Simulatio

-10____________________These ups and downs are considered normal
11-16___________________ Mild mood disturbance
17-20___________________Borderline clinical depression
21-30___________________Moderate depression
31-40___________________Severe depression
over 40__________________Extreme depression

Source

You got 31 ??. This indicates that u really need to go see your gp. They can help you & provide u with support etc.

Really hope u start to feel happier soon. :hugs:

Reply 11

Louise88

If you believe that you are depressed, because you are showing symptoms of this not because of an online test, then you should go and see your GP. Your GP is there to help you and will do what they can to make sure that you get the help which you need. They could prescribe you with medication, refer you to a counsellor or give you numbers of support groups and others that will be of use to you.

Depression is a horrible thing, you should see your GP immediately if you are feeling so bad. They will be able to help you, it's nothing to be ashamed of and it's nothing to worry about. In time, with the proper care, you will get through this.

Reply 12

IndianDiva

The best thing to do is your GP, who will refer you to someone suitable if required.

Reply 13

Anonymous #4

wheres the online test? is it free?

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Simulatio

-10____________________These ups and downs are considered normal
11-16___________________ Mild mood disturbance
17-20___________________Borderline clinical depression
21-30___________________Moderate depression
31-40___________________Severe depression
over 40__________________Extreme depression

Source

Just click on source. That will take u to the test. Yes it's free :smile:

Reply 15

singh1987

I would consult in a doctor personally. Depression is not a good thing for you and for those around you, it can be a tough time. I remember when my mom went into depression, you just have to support them, and it is very hard because you can't see those you love suffer. We took her to a psychologist who was the wife of our family GP.

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Anonymous #5

I got 43. I'm so far gone that I don't even bother asking for help anymore, because no-one can help.

I think you should see your GP though.

Reply 17

Anonymous

I got 43. I'm so far gone that I don't even bother asking for help anymore, because no-one can help.

I think you should see your GP though.

U got 43 ?? You may not see it - but there are loads of people out there, who can help u.

You must be feeling awful :frown:

Anyone can get help, whatever the extent of their problem. Are u an anti-depressants ?

Please get some help - everyone deserves help at hard times :hugs:

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