I've had depression and anxiety for thirteen years. I also have a sleep problem that does not fit into any of the typical disorder categories, and for the past six years I have slept at least 12 hours a day. I am always tired. I can't work a job.

I feel as though I am trapped in my body. I don't know what's wrong with me. Everyone tells me things will get better, and I believe them, but it's so difficult to keep going on, year after year, appointment after appointment.

I cry every day. I am young, not even 20 years old, and my youth has been consumed by my mental illness and fatigue.

I wonder what the value of my life is at this point. What is all of this worth?