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What can i do

I suffer with depression. I have had a really bad episode of it since christmas And i have a funny feeling im about to be chucked out of school. I have no Alevels so wasnt going to go to uni this year, i was going to stay a extra year to get the points. What if i chucked out? What can i do jobs wise? I dont want to be stuck in a dead end job! Any help please?

Reply 1

matt@internet

Are you seeing a counsellor?

Reply 2

Tinkers

Well was a shrink, now just a physcratic nurse.

Reply 3

Love Sheep

I think you should go to your college's Careers Advisor and tell them everything. Also have a look round for any part-time work you could do in the meantime to earn a bit of money. As for the depression, are you coping with it?

Reply 4

Tinkers

Ive had it for a good few years now so i coping, but i have moments where it just takes over me

Reply 5

fleur de lis

Are you after advice for your depression, or your career/work? If it's the latter, you may be better off posting in the employment forum :smile:

Reply 6

Tinkers

any thing really, im at my wits end

Reply 7

fleur de lis

Ok, well like i said, for the work thing, maybe post in the employment forum. For the depression, it seems like you need a bit more support. Are your school aware of your situation? What about your family? I think perhaps you need to ask your doctor/ CPN if you can be referred back to the psych if you think you're struggling as you are.

Reply 8

Rhythm

You could train to become a plumber. One of my mates dropped outa college with only a few GCSEs, and is now just about to finish his plumbing apprenticeship. They get really good money, and are always in demand.

Not all good jobs need a degree...in fact, a hell of a lot don't.

Reply 9

sidi

Ok first off don't start worrying about things that may not happen, like getting chucked out of school. Explain exactly how you are feeling to your nurse, there may be more treatments you haven't explored yet. Do the school know what is going on in your life? I'm sure they'll be sympathetic if you let them have the facts.