Depression or not?

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Registered: 01-11-2010
Depression or not?
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Fri, 01-22-2010 - 10:01pm

Recently, I got dumped by someone I was really in love with.   And I think I've been 'sad' lately the normal amount.  I don't walk around crying all the time, but I do have my tiny moments at night just remembering him.  The break up was as healthy as it could of been.  There was a deal breaker.  I want to have children, he did not.  So ultimately, he let me go so I can be with someone who can give me what I want.  I guess love sometimes has nothing to do with relationships eh?  


A friend of mine recently told me that she thinks I am 'depressed'.  It's either I am in sheer denial, or sometimes I just think I'm bored and need to keep myself busy or perhaps develop a new hobbie.  I've been dating for such a long time, that seems like dating for marriage/babies has been somewhat of an 'obsession' I guess.  Maybe I just need to take a break from dating? 


I have nothing against the fact that I could possibly be depressed.  It just that the idea, doesn't sit well with me and I sometimes think I just need a vacation???   Does anyone feel that way ??


Thanks for listening.


 

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Registered: 09-26-2009
Fri, 01-22-2010 - 11:48pm
Definitely a reactionary depression. I also think that it will fade in time. THerapy should help you to sort things out. I wouldn't get on anti-depressants until you find that you can't get out of bed which it doesn't sounds like the case anyway. Good Luck. It will get better.
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Registered: 08-06-2009
Sat, 01-23-2010 - 11:10am

heartgirl - I think a break from dating is a good idea.

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Registered: 11-30-2009
Mon, 01-25-2010 - 11:26am

Heartgirl2010,

I agree with both of the previous posters. If you find you can't get out of bed, that is a sign of depression. A psychologist or psychiatrist can help you determine if it is depression. Good luck! I hope you feel better soon!

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