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Originally Posted by Rohag
Have you ever noticed a seasonal aspect to your depression (e.g. spring and fall)?
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Yeah, my depression worsens with clouds, hormonal shifts, and feeling rejected or alone tends to trigger it. Downcast weather has a significant impact. So it's a bonus I live in the sunniest state in the US. Unfortunately brilliant sun doesn't stop my depression either.
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Originally Posted by Rohag
Would you feel comfortable speaking to counselors there? I imagine you would have to impress on them yours is not a "new" depression.
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I don't know, never considered college having counselors to help with anything other than schedules and classes.
I'm not sure what they'd be able to do.
What do you know about counselors in colleges/schools? Or any counselors/psychiatrists? I've never been to one.
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Originally Posted by Curupira
Have you established a care team for yourself yet?
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No, I do try to make my family and friends aware if things are getting worse. Getting the support is difficult. My brother doesn't know since we never had the chance to get close due to our age difference and his own family. My father has never believed me just figured it was a phase because "all smart people are depressed at some point", and this last time I told my mother it was worsening again she laughed at me. My friend who does actually care and tries to support me lives four hours away. At this point it's pretty much a solo job.