Q: I'm not sure if I'm depresed ornot. I seem to have thesymptoms.How do I know for cerain that I am depressed? I'vebeen feeling like this foryears and I'm ony 18.
Ashley, sorry you're feeling low. The only way to know for sure if it's depression is to visit your regular doctor and get physically checked out, then talk about your symptoms and see if he/she thinks you should have a psychological evaluation. When I was 18, I had already been depressed for several years, so I don't think it's as uncommon as you might think. I hope you'll talk to your doctor and maybe begin to feel better.
I am 20 years old and I feel the same way. If you ever need anyone to talk to, I'm here for you. I'm sure I know what your going through.
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