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Anxiety And Depression

<div class="ExternalClass1A5876B50FF74C12BF2405EB46720B15">I have anxiety and am feeling very depressed. I recently have had suicidal thoughts and just want someone's advice or just someone talk to. </div>

<div class="ExternalClassC48548C8376F4CDBA522308387CA2A1D"><div><div class="ExternalClass1A5876B50FF74C12BF2405EB46720B15">Thank you for reaching out to Your Life Your Voice. It really sounds like you are going through a difficult time and that your thoughts are causing your life to spiral out of control. You made the right choice to reach out for help and it’s a good step you were able to admit that. It shows strength in even what may feel like one of your darkest moments. We are very concerned for you as you mentioned you are having thoughts of suicide. Please know suicide is not the answer for any problem. Life can present us many challenges and right now you are struggling. Suicide might seem like the only option you have to get away from the pain you are feeling, but in reality, it doesn’t make things any better. It is permanent, so it takes away the option for you to have the opportunity to feel better and live your life to the fullest. If you feel that you are not able to keep yourself safe, reach out for support immediately. This can be by calling 911 or calling us here at the hotline. We are here to support you and talk to you about what is going on and what is causing you to feel this way. There is help available and you are not alone. Using healthy coping skills can you help get through difficult times. It can take time to find the best the options to heal and cope, but suicide should not be one of those options. For today, let’s make a plan and a promise and a goal to keep you safe. Finding a different outlet to help you work through your feelings in a healthy way would be a wise choice. You also indicate that you are experiencing depression can be very debilitating and can cause both physical and emotional distress. In evaluating what is going on with you are there any specific event or events that may have caused you to feel poorly? Also, have there been any changes in your medical condition that may prompt this emotional change? When you are feeling poorly it is important to surround yourself with positive people and to engage in activities that you enjoy. Try not to isolate yourself as that just contributes to your depression. Activities that some people like to engage in when they are feeling depressed are journaling, exercise, listening to music, engaging in hobbies, or talking with friends. Get plenty of rest and eat regularly. These may sound like very easy solutions to dealing with your depression, but they do help. Also have you shared how you are feeling with your parents, school counselor, or another trusted adult? It is important for you to talk about your feelings so you can get the support and help that you need and deserve. Attached are some tips that you may find helpful: <a href="/Pages/tipdepression.aspx">http://www.yourlifeyourvoice.org/v2/Pages/tipdepression.aspx</a> <a href="/Pages/tip-how-to-overcome-feelings-of-depression.aspx">http://www.yourlifeyourvoice.org/v2/Pages/tip-how-to-overcome-feelings-of-depression.aspx</a> <a href="/Pages/tip-99-coping-skills.aspx">http://www.yourlifeyourvoice.org/v2/Pages/tip-99-coping-skills.aspx</a> Anxiety can affect you in many ways including your breathing, your sleep, interaction with others, and mood. Talking with someone could help you to manage these feelings and get to the bottom of why you feel this way. Sometimes those around you may not even know how anxious you are feeling. When you start feeling anxious, it is important to remind yourself to relax and consider things that are positive for you. Try writing a gratitude journal to identify the areas of your life you are not worried about right now. Deep breathing and stretching can help you ease muscle tension and take care of the physical symptoms of anxiety too. Try activities that you like in order to get your mind off of the anxiety as well. Try to relax and take time to do those kinds of activities to see if they help. We want to support you through this difficult time. Please reach out to 24/7 at 800-448-3000 to talk with a counselor about how you are feeling. Nancy, counselor </div></div> </div>

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