Mental health thread

But professional help sucks
America has a very convoluted and all around bad take on mental heath. For a lot of Americans who struggle with Mental Illness, it isn't just as simple as being able to completely avoid professional help.
 
America has a very convoluted and all around bad take on mental heath. For a lot of Americans who struggle with Mental Illness, it isn't just as simple as being able to completely avoid professional help
I think people in my country don't take mental health seriously
 
This has led me to obsessively "feel" or "scan" the inside of my body for signs of pain. I'm completely physically healthy aside from being weak and having IBS, but I get sort of "phantom pain" that occurs because I look for it, which leads to tension headaches which makes my imaginary brain pain feel real. It's a bad cycle.
I've had similar experiences with anxiety. My panic attacks always come with chest pains and I make it worse thinking that I'm about to have a heart attack or something. I've been in the ER on more than one occasion because of this, thinking I'm about to die when It's just anxiety.

It doesn't help that I have a condition that puts me at a higher risk for a cardiac episode, so I have to take any sign seriously. I'm fit and healthy, and I've never had a heart problem, but I still panic everytime.
 
Then why are most people online who tell me to seek help american?
The best answer I can give to that is that somehow, for some reason America has become it's own worst Spin Doctor. Don't get me wrong, if you are rich as hell, anything in America is great for you!
97%-some of us aren't. It's a gimmick set up by those same folks. They are businessmen, and they want you onboard.
 
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I've never dealt with too much depression overall, but I know quite a few people who have and based on that and what of it I HAVE experienced... I wouldn't wish it on anyone and really wish all the best to those who have to face it chronically especially.

I do have pretty strong ADHD and some OCD tendencies, but I'd never call those suffering. I do struggle with them sometimes in more... "annoyance" kind of ways but it's not like a blight or anything. If anything, being aware of my ADHD helps manage it quite a bit and just makes things make sense, since I went... most of my life without it identified.
 
Wow, didn't expect this. Glad it's back, hopefully we can actually make a difference.
Then why are most people online who tell me to seek help american?
Because a bunch of modern people don't know what they are talking about. What works for one person doesn't work for everyone. My most recent therapist actually got pissed at me and yelled in my face. His words were "Wow it's like you just don't want to take any advice at all." All because I explained my reasonings as to why I feel so stuck in life, and that his way of doing things just isn't something I can pursue at the moment. Therapy is a spectrum, and it doesn't always work for everyone. I think the advice I'd give you is that you are much too hard on yourself, and I get that, I hate myself too, but I still have to try and fight that feeling off. I've had a lot of bad stuff done to me, lots of beatings as a child, verbal and mental abuse. Trying to fight off my step dad when he's trying to get to my siblings, I was 90 pounds and malnourished when my grandparents stepped in. Everyone goes through something, and I'm not trying to be vulgar or anything here, I just think that every step you can take that works for you is what you should do. Nobody understands you the way you do, even if they tell you otherwise. I really hope you can figure these feelings out. You seem like a smart kid and it's cool talking to you as it is everyone else here. Just try your damnedest and you will figure it out. It's a long, arduous process.
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Wow, didn't expect this. Glad it's back, hopefully we can actually make a difference.

Because a bunch of modern people don't know what they are talking about. What works for one person doesn't work for everyone. My most recent therapist actually got pissed at me and yelled in my face. His words were "Wow it's like you just don't want to take any advice at all." All because I explained my reasonings as to why I feel so stuck in life, and that his way of doing things just isn't something I can pursue at the moment. Therapy is a spectrum, and it doesn't always work for everyone. I think the advice I'd give you is that you are much too hard on yourself, and I get that, I hate myself too, but I still have to try and fight that feeling off. I've had a lot of bad stuff done to me, lots of beatings as a child, verbal and mental abuse. Trying to fight off my step dad when he's trying to get to my siblings, I was 90 pounds and malnourished when my grandparents stepped in. Everyone goes through something, and I'm not trying to be vulgar or anything here, I just think that every step you can take that works for you is what you should do. Nobody understands you the way you do, even if they tell you otherwise. I really hope you can figure these feelings out. You seem like a smart kid and it's cool talking to you as it is everyone else here. Just try your damnedest and you will figure it out. It's a long, arduous process.
I also want to add that Mental Health in America is sorry as hell. It's all about the profit over the care. There are still some doctors though that truly want to help, they just don't get as much funding. I've been struggling for years with my Autism and Depression, and I've been through the wringer. I'm still holding out hope that I get put on Disability again so I don't have to struggle so much, but it's such a painful process that I wonder if it's even worth it some days. Still waiting on the results from the last court date from like 5 months ago. It's my second time appealing. I have a really good lawyer though so I'm trying to stay positive. The judge is older and doesn't understand. He's also kinda dumb, he pulled up a file from some person who had a 4.0 gpa in college, which I've never attended. So I think that little flub up will help me. I put my foot down this time and gave it to him straight. We shall see.
 
I never contributed anything positive to this world, though.
Fake-Kun, I Don't play Mega-Man much, but your Avatar sums up everything I like about it. It's positive for me. You've just contributed positivity.
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Wow, didn't expect this. Glad it's back, hopefully we can actually make a difference.

Because a bunch of modern people don't know what they are talking about. What works for one person doesn't work for everyone. My most recent therapist actually got pissed at me and yelled in my face. His words were "Wow it's like you just don't want to take any advice at all." All because I explained my reasonings as to why I feel so stuck in life, and that his way of doing things just isn't something I can pursue at the moment. Therapy is a spectrum, and it doesn't always work for everyone. I think the advice I'd give you is that you are much too hard on yourself, and I get that, I hate myself too, but I still have to try and fight that feeling off. I've had a lot of bad stuff done to me, lots of beatings as a child, verbal and mental abuse. Trying to fight off my step dad when he's trying to get to my siblings, I was 90 pounds and malnourished when my grandparents stepped in. Everyone goes through something, and I'm not trying to be vulgar or anything here, I just think that every step you can take that works for you is what you should do. Nobody understands you the way you do, even if they tell you otherwise. I really hope you can figure these feelings out. You seem like a smart kid and it's cool talking to you as it is everyone else here. Just try your damnedest and you will figure it out. It's a long, arduous process.
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I also want to add that Mental Health in America is sorry as hell. It's all about the profit over the care. There are still some doctors though that truly want to help, they just don't get as much funding. I've been struggling for years with my Autism and Depression, and I've been through the wringer. I'm still holding out hope that I get put on Disability again so I don't have to struggle so much, but it's such a painful process that I wonder if it's even worth it some days. Still waiting on the results from the last court date from like 5 months ago. It's my second time appealing. I have a really good lawyer though so I'm trying to stay positive. The judge is older and doesn't understand. He's also kinda dumb, he pulled up a file from some person who had a 4.0 gpa in college, which I've never attended. So I think that little flub up will help me. I put my foot down this time and gave it to him straight. We shall see.
I'm on Disability and in America. It's still a struggle for me, it's still expensive. and yes, you are 100% correct about mental heath in America, it is a business, being on disability just buys in you in to another service.
 
Fake-Kun, I Don't play Mega-Man much, but your Avatar sums up everything I like about it. It's positive for me. You've just contributed positivity.
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I'm on Disability and in America. It's still a struggle for me, it's still expensive. and yes, you are 100% correct about mental heath in America, it is a business, being on disability just buys in you in to another service.
That's my biggest fear right now is that it won't matter. But I'm also fortunate with my grandparents. They've done everything they can to ensure my sister and I have a place to live in the future when they are gone, and as long as I don't screw anything up or get screwed it won't be difficult to pay for taxes and bills. In theory. We shall see with time. I don't even really want the disability forever, just to get set on my feet, but it's also been damn near 5 years since I got taken off of it and I just feel stuck now, still trying to learn to drive so I can get a job. Shit's painful. Makes me feel like a bum some days.
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That's my biggest fear right now is that it won't matter. But I'm also fortunate with my grandparents. They've done everything they can to ensure my sister and I have a place to live in the future when they are gone, and as long as I don't screw anything up or get screwed it won't be difficult to pay for taxes and bills. In theory. We shall see with time. I don't even really want the disability forever, just to get set on my feet, but it's also been damn near 5 years since I got taken off of it and I just feel stuck now, still trying to learn to drive so I can get a job. Shit's painful. Makes me feel like a bum some days.
Worst part for me? My ex friend got taken off of it one year and only waited 17 days for it to get re instated, didn't even have to go to court. I don't get it. I quit talking to him because he'd rather rot in front of the controller and fry his brain with marijuana instead of take care of his kid, shit pisses me off man.
 
I've been struggling to accept my chronic illness. I've been refusing disability aids and assistance as much as possible because I'm trying so hard to be normal and don't want to be a burden. I feel embarrassed every time I use my cane while out in public. It feels like admitting defeat. I didn't used to be physically disabled so overall I'm bummed and not used to it still.
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As someone on the autism spectrum, I've been struggling with depression and anxiety for a long time, mainly thanks to the arguments and fights between my parents, my family is very unstable in general, I also have very low self-esteem and university has been very stressful for me as a result.
I relate and I want to make sure you know that you are not alone and things will be better over time. There's a lot more acceptance for neurodivergent folks now. It's not perfect but it's a step in the right direction.
 
I've been struggling to accept my chronic illness. I've been refusing disability aids and assistance as much as possible because I'm trying so hard to be normal and don't want to be a burden. I feel embarrassed every time I use my cane while out in public. It feels like admitting defeat. I didn't used to be physically disabled so overall I'm bummed and not used to it still.
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I relate and I want to make sure you know that you are not alone and things will be better over time. There's a lot more acceptance for neurodivergent folks now. It's not perfect but it's a step in the right direction.

*hugs*
 
How do you exactly tell someone is depressed? They don't want to do anything? Feel down the whole time?
 
How do you exactly tell someone is depressed? They don't want to do anything? Feel down the whole time?
I somewhat consider myself an empath so I can vaguely tell based on signs and clues, but there’s obviously no 100% guarantee unless they say it themselves. Still, no harm in trying to be supportive regardless! Showing kindness is still a good thing.
 
I somewhat consider myself an empath so I can vaguely tell based on signs and clues, but there’s obviously no 100% guarantee unless they say it themselves. Still, no harm in trying to be supportive regardless! Showing kindness is still a good thing.
Hmmm yeah but that still didn't answer my question on how to tell if this person is depressed what are the symptoms?
 
Hmmm yeah but that still didn't answer my question on how to tell if this person is depressed what are the symptoms?
From the World Health Organisation:

Symptoms and patterns​

During a depressive episode, a person experiences a depressed mood (feeling sad, irritable, empty). They may feel a loss of pleasure or interest in activities.

A depressive episode is different from regular mood fluctuations. They last most of the day, nearly every day, for at least two weeks.

Other symptoms are also present, which may include:

  • poor concentration
  • feelings of excessive guilt or low self-worth
  • hopelessness about the future
  • thoughts about dying or suicide
  • disrupted sleep
  • changes in appetite or weight
  • feeling very tired or low in energy.
Depression can cause difficulties in all aspects of life, including in the community and at home, work and school.

A depressive episode can be categorized as mild, moderate, or severe depending on the number and severity of symptoms, as well as the impact on the individual’s functioning.

There are different patterns of depressive episodes including:

  • single episode depressive disorder, meaning the person’s first and only episode;
  • recurrent depressive disorder, meaning the person has a history of at least two depressive episodes; and
  • bipolar disorder, meaning that depressive episodes alternate with periods of manic symptoms, which include euphoria or irritability, increased activity or energy, and other symptoms such as increased talkativeness, racing thoughts, increased self-esteem, decreased need for sleep, distractibility, and impulsive reckless behaviour.
Source: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/depression
 
From the World Health Organisation:

Symptoms and patterns​

During a depressive episode, a person experiences a depressed mood (feeling sad, irritable, empty). They may feel a loss of pleasure or interest in activities.

A depressive episode is different from regular mood fluctuations. They last most of the day, nearly every day, for at least two weeks.

Other symptoms are also present, which may include:

  • poor concentration
  • feelings of excessive guilt or low self-worth
  • hopelessness about the future
  • thoughts about dying or suicide
  • disrupted sleep
  • changes in appetite or weight
  • feeling very tired or low in energy.
Depression can cause difficulties in all aspects of life, including in the community and at home, work and school.

A depressive episode can be categorized as mild, moderate, or severe depending on the number and severity of symptoms, as well as the impact on the individual’s functioning.

There are different patterns of depressive episodes including:

  • single episode depressive disorder, meaning the person’s first and only episode;
  • recurrent depressive disorder, meaning the person has a history of at least two depressive episodes; and
  • bipolar disorder, meaning that depressive episodes alternate with periods of manic symptoms, which include euphoria or irritability, increased activity or energy, and other symptoms such as increased talkativeness, racing thoughts, increased self-esteem, decreased need for sleep, distractibility, and impulsive reckless behaviour.
Source: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/depression
So I was correct in saying depressed people usually go "I don't want to do that" "not now" and such phrases guess I had this state early 2024 where all I wanted to do is do nothing thank god im out of that state it sucks.
 
Hmmm yeah but that still didn't answer my question on how to tell if this person is depressed what are the symptoms?
I'm going to use my life as a basis for this one:
It is a safe bet to say, that for many people, all over the world, they are depressed. In their life, they have been told that's just wrong to believe/ your life can't be bad/ can't be worse than mine/ you're making it up/ you're crazy......et al. There have been many punishments for me, believing I'm depressed and trying to get help for it. You still have to live in your society, but you don't want to be punished anymore. You apply the masks so bad things don't happen, but you're miserable on the inside. You may not know if someone is depressed- them dismissing help could just be a mask for them.

I'm probably not alone.
 
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Not much of a vent but I was just able to finally deal with a problem ive been struggling with since I was around 13, for years I couldn’t go out and eat or go to new places without getting sick to my stomach over anxiety and puking and getting sick to the point where id just wanna sleep, I was put on a few meds to help deal with the eating part since my father isn’t the biggest believer in mental health and I was just recently able to be put on buspirone hcl to deal with things and its a actual game changer, I plan to go to pensacon and travel for smash bros tourneys soon since i can enjoy myself also i love you guys you guys are super cool and its nice to be able to relate to other people with my problems as i read yalls makes me feel like im not as weird lmao
 
From the World Health Organisation:

Symptoms and patterns​

During a depressive episode, a person experiences a depressed mood (feeling sad, irritable, empty). They may feel a loss of pleasure or interest in activities.

A depressive episode is different from regular mood fluctuations. They last most of the day, nearly every day, for at least two weeks.

Other symptoms are also present, which may include:

  • poor concentration
  • feelings of excessive guilt or low self-worth
  • hopelessness about the future
  • thoughts about dying or suicide
  • disrupted sleep
  • changes in appetite or weight
  • feeling very tired or low in energy.

That's me. ::megadancebaby
Even though the psychologist told tme I'm not depressed.
 
Not much of a vent but I was just able to finally deal with a problem ive been struggling with since I was around 13, for years I couldn’t go out and eat or go to new places without getting sick to my stomach over anxiety and puking and getting sick to the point where id just wanna sleep, I was put on a few meds to help deal with the eating part since my father isn’t the biggest believer in mental health and I was just recently able to be put on buspirone hcl to deal with things and its a actual game changer, I plan to go to pensacon and travel for smash bros tourneys soon since i can enjoy myself also i love you guys you guys are super cool and its nice to be able to relate to other people with my problems as i read yalls makes me feel like im not as weird lmao
Social anxiety is the worst. I have that in spades. Glad you were able to work through it finally!
 

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