Depression or Suicidal?

[Fred Zed]

Yup, everyone else was applauding your keen wit and fine sense of comedic timing...

You made a dumb statement. We've all done it. Just take the heat and admit you fucked up - we all have at some point.

Yes, Hitrack..if you don't have anything constructive to say, it's best to shut up !

 

[BS Detector]

I don't see anywhere in my post where I told him to wait it out for a few months.

You didn't tell him that Dakota, but I think if most were to read the SECOND SENTENCE

Sounds like you have SAD, seasonal affective disorder. Chin up, the days will be getting longer in a couple of weeks.


I would take a pass on the pills, you may find it difficult to get off of them in the spring when it's all good. Besides, the jury is still out on this, but it's been alleged that they trigger suicidal urges in some people. Get outside in the sun as much as you can. If you can afford to, go somewhere warm and lay on the beach, if you can't, go to the tanning beds.

http://www.nmha.org/infoctr/factsheets/27.cfm

they MAY interpret that to mean they simply have to wait it out for awhile because something you did NOT mention was the light therapy until the later post (responding to me and not Harry's problem). I'm guessing you will say that if Harry did his research, he will find out about the light therapy. Harry seemed desperate for help, he even mentioned suicide in the title to the thread. It is not safe for us to asume if we simply point him in the right direction that he will be able to do the rest himself. Maybe he DOES have bigger problems which is exactly why my original suggestion that he may need professional help. OR maybe it is just unreasonable to expect a desperate person to get one hint (like it may be SAD) and suddenly get out of 'desperate' mode and into a more 'mentally together mode' and start his research into what we MAY think his problem is. Meiko pointed out to me that we are not all losers here. My guess is that even if there was a doctor, psychologist or psychiatrist 'in the house', he would NOT come up with a diagnosis and treatment plan here on Perb but he would probably suggest Harry get it THOUROUGHLY investigated. However, as constantly pointed out to me...What the hell do I know.

Getting help is not something to be embarrassed about as already pointed out by someone here. I am only guessing but I feel that Harry may be avoiding help because he feels embarrassed to seek it out.

I am not saying that ALL doctors are beyond unethical practises but you have to have SOME trust in SOME of them to not write a prescription that you do not need, just to get 'brownie points' with the pharmaceutical companies. Get a second or third opinion if it makes you feel more comfortable. I'll get accused for calling Perb Members "losers" again most likely but seriously, if trust really is an issue would you rather place your trust (possibly LIFE in this case) in the hands of a Perb member or a doctor. If you say Perb member over MD, than again I apologize for my bad judgement to see a licensed medical practitioner

edited to 'fix' cut & chop job even though only part of it was relevant to the point.

 

[Dakota Wood]

Well, okay BS, if you want to cut and chop...and ignore the latter part of my post were I suggest getting out in the sun, going south and tanning beds (which is a form of light therapy)....and attaching a link that suggests light therapy.

Would you please stop carrying on like I said "suck it up, you f*cking princess". He asked for advice, I gave mine...so suck it up princess

 

[BS Detector]

All I can say is Good Luck Harry. Hope you get the help you need and that it all works out for you in the end.

 

[Damien Jones]

This is sad

Way to totally bum out the xmas season with this depressing drivel.

Way to display the spirit of the season mate! The warm fuzzy feeling I sense must be coming from the compassion you exude.

D

 

[chiefwiggum]

Peace - Love - Harmony

....and accountability for what you say.

 

[hitrack]

Just for those that only read the first couple posts and scroll right down to the bottom (thats totally me) the mod has already commented on my lack of compasion.

 

[metoo113]

Used to manage a Disco in the late 70's, yeah I know Disco sucks. But anyway we opened up on Christmas eve one year and it was the worst night that we ever had. The people that came out had no place else to go on Christmas eve and they were not in a good mood. Put ten drinks into them and they were in the mood for a fight because they were mad at the world or their life or something. We never opened up on a Christmas eve again after that night.

I guess the point is that Chrismas is a stressful time, it can be very stressful even with a family to share it with, so Harry get some professional help. Pills aren't always the solution,sometimes counselling can do wonders to change your perspective on life. Take care of yourself.

And hitrack you need a visit from a few ghosts. Bah Humbug.

 

[LonelyGhost]

And hitrack you need a visit from a few ghosts. Bah Humbug.

When I first saw this post and then saw who posted it, my first thought was that this was another prank from one of the juveniles who loves posting crap just to get a rise out of people: if that was his intent, he was very successful.

I think Hitrack simply posted what I was thinking and I'm still thinking that this is a simply a scam to get attention from some 15 year old with nothing better to do than look for attention.

As for some sensitivity, I have been depressed and suicidal since before I started posting on this board and have taken a shit load of crap from some asshats but Hitrack definitely hasn't been one of them!

You guys have a fucking long road to walk before you even get to understanding, let alone anything approaching sensitivity to the plight of others.

Bah Humbug on all of you!

 

[Hardatwork]

When I first saw this post and then saw who posted it, my first thought was that this was another prank from one of the juveniles who loves posting crap just to get a rise out of people: if that was his intent, he was very successful.

That's funny, cause I had that thought as well... but in case this is real, I think therealrex had a good suggestion.

 

[Sweetiepie]

Oh well...

...at least Hitrack's response makes more sense now. Otherwise, it was out of character. Still, I stand by the advice I gave. if someone did that as a joke, they probably have a real problem anyways.

 

[Chantal]

My opinion

Where did Harry go!! ....Today is gift,and tommorrow is a mystery...I also believe that every individual needs to be happy,and sometimes people sacrifice their own being for others(family),and that makes them discontent.A human being knows in their heart "What is lacking"(intuition)..I believe that Harry needs someone to listen to him (ears)...a little venting will help Go with the flow..One day at a time...Sad , but true festive season or any celebration is a down time for an individual to be unhappy,that do not have a S.O. to share it with or family(but he does)...Would be nice if you posted something to let us "How are You Feeling today? Chantal ox

 

[neo-matrix]

I have been feeling this way as well, especially lately. I have been wanting to talk to my doctor about it but since he is my family doctor Im worried about something getting out and my family looking at me differently. I know there are various forms of treatment, whether it be medicine or the help of a psychiatrist. I hope you find the the answers and the help that you are looking for harry.

 

[BS Detector]

I have been feeling this way as well, especially lately. I have been wanting to talk to my doctor about it but since he is my family doctor Im worried about something getting out and my family looking at me differently. I know there are various forms of treatment, whether it be medicine or the help of a psychiatrist. I hope you find the the answers and the help that you are looking for harry.

Hey buddy, if you are not comfortable going to your own doctor (he SHOULD respect patient confidentiality though) I'm sure there would be some sort of Walk-in clinic you can go to. I believe U. of A. Hospital even has a psychiatric walk-in clinic and they will assess your needs and then refer you as required. Some companies even have something like that covered in their health benefits now.