how long does clinical depression last
im 17. i've been severely depressed since i was 15. i haven't had any interest in anything for almost 2 years, i dont even remember what its like to care about something. i just try to sleep as much as i can so i dont have to deal with being awake and alive. i do cheerleading but i feel so tired like i have no energy for it anymore. i have tried therapy and antidepressants but they do nothing for me. im not interested in suggestions for getting happy believe me i have tried everything. i just want to know how long this is gonna last. am i gonna have to live with this the rest of my life or does it ever go away?
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If untreated clinical depression can stick round far too long.
Even though you already tried therapy and medication, there are many more good medications out there to try. Find a therapist that you feel comfortable working with. I have been depressed for many years. I am doing better now. Therapy and medications have help me feel better.
Please take care of yourself. I hope you will be feeling better soon.
You haven't mentioned if you are faith based. May I suggest
you find a religion/church to attend. I have seen people
who are sad like you suddenly find new reasons to get up
in the morning. Clincal depression can last a lifetime. If
you are still feeling this way perhaps you need to go to
another therapist. Try volunteering at your local humane
shelter. Animals have this uncanny ability to cheer anyone up. Here is a hug for you and I am sending you happiness
and sunshine.
I have had it all my life, it gets better but I don't think you ever really get over it. You just learn to live with it. You just have to have a mind set where you know you have depression but you are going to not let it interfere with your life.