[DJPantheris]

So I took a few tests. I apparently suffer from what could be severe clinical depression. And I can't say they're wrong either. On the rare occasion I will cry for no reason at all. When I can't talk to anyone I begin to feel lonely even with people around me. As the saying goes I could be in a house full of people and be the loneliest of them all. I can't interact well with anyone except for a few people, that includes online. My dad keeps telling me I have anger issues, which can also be a part of the depression. Of course, most of these revolve around the loss of internet, which prompts me to think I have an internet addiction. The only reason I am addicted to the internet is because it's where all my friends are now. I don't have any friends in close enough realspace to be able to interact with them all the time. And since my depression seems to be slowly getting worse I want to know what, if anything, is wrong with me.

Originally Posted by DJPantheris

So I took a few tests. I apparently suffer from what could be severe clinical depression. And I can't say they're wrong either. On the rare occasion I will cry for no reason at all. When I can't talk to anyone I begin to feel lonely even with people around me. As the saying goes I could be in a house full of people and be the loneliest of them all. I can't interact well with anyone except for a few people, that includes online. My dad keeps telling me I have anger issues, which can also be a part of the depression. Of course, most of these revolve around the loss of internet, which prompts me to think I have an internet addiction. The only reason I am addicted to the internet is because it's where all my friends are now. I don't have any friends in close enough realspace to be able to interact with them all the time. And since my depression seems to be slowly getting worse I want to know what, if anything, is wrong with me.

hello and welcome to pc.

hope you can find answers- and lots of support here.

i struggle when the internet goes down, too.

the internet is my lifeline, i don't have any (any) friends otherwise. i'm agoroaphobic, so don't go out and socialise, and barely anyone comes to see me- unless my sister's home then she might spend some time with me.

i hope that you find this forum useful..

[vital]

Originally Posted by DJPantheris

So I took a few tests. I apparently suffer from what could be severe clinical depression. And I can't say they're wrong either. On the rare occasion I will cry for no reason at all. When I can't talk to anyone I begin to feel lonely even with people around me. As the saying goes I could be in a house full of people and be the loneliest of them all. I can't interact well with anyone except for a few people, that includes online. My dad keeps telling me I have anger issues, which can also be a part of the depression. Of course, most of these revolve around the loss of internet, which prompts me to think I have an internet addiction. The only reason I am addicted to the internet is because it's where all my friends are now. I don't have any friends in close enough realspace to be able to interact with them all the time. And since my depression seems to be slowly getting worse I want to know what, if anything, is wrong with me.

Hi DJPantheris,

It helps if you can figure out what's happening in your own head. You might find these notes helpful for that:

http://egg.bu.edu/~youssef/SNAP_CLUB...0164151576.pdf

Here is what I think is the best overall plan:

http://forums.psychcentral.com/4262681-post105.html

- vital

[Fuzzybear]

[DJPantheris]

@Vital: I looked in detail at the document gave me and that seems to describe my thought process pretty accurately. I believe the solution may be to remove myself from the environment causing the stress even if only temporarily, such as taking a trip for a day or two. This may do wonders for most of my madness by moving to a more positive environment in order to foster positive thought.

@Fuzzybear: Just thanks man.

[lonely-and-sad]

Originally Posted by DJPantheris

So I took a few tests. I apparently suffer from what could be severe clinical depression. And I can't say they're wrong either. On the rare occasion I will cry for no reason at all. When I can't talk to anyone I begin to feel lonely even with people around me. As the saying goes I could be in a house full of people and be the loneliest of them all. I can't interact well with anyone except for a few people, that includes online. My dad keeps telling me I have anger issues, which can also be a part of the depression. Of course, most of these revolve around the loss of internet, which prompts me to think I have an internet addiction. The only reason I am addicted to the internet is because it's where all my friends are now. I don't have any friends in close enough realspace to be able to interact with them all the time. And since my depression seems to be slowly getting worse I want to know what, if anything, is wrong with me.

Your question at the end can only be answered by experts in the mental health field. What we do is see psychologists, doctors and psychiatrists for diagnosis if there is one and then we get treatment. We do not wait. We do not try to do it alone. First step is to discuss your problems with your doctor. Please let us know what they say and do. Most doctors are competent but sometimes we need to see a couple to get going in the right direction. Please do not waste any time with alternatives. The quicker you get treatment that is right for you the better the outcome.

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[vital]

Originally Posted by DJPantheris

@Vital: I looked in detail at the document gave me and that seems to describe my thought process pretty accurately. I believe the solution may be to remove myself from the environment causing the stress even if only temporarily, such as taking a trip for a day or two. This may do wonders for most of my madness by moving to a more positive environment in order to foster positive thought.

@Fuzzybear: Just thanks man.

That sounds like a good plan to me. I'm trying to arrange for a few days off for my own self too.

- vital

[lonely-and-sad]

Originally Posted by DJPantheris

@Vital: I looked in detail at the document gave me and that seems to describe my thought process pretty accurately. I believe the solution may be to remove myself from the environment causing the stress even if only temporarily, such as taking a trip for a day or two. This may do wonders for most of my madness by moving to a more positive environment in order to foster positive thought.

@Fuzzybear: Just thanks man.

Take a break absolutely! When you come back please see an expert. It is very harmful to delay seeking help. Experts have qualifications and experience as well as insurance. Non experts giving alternative advice is dangerous and irresponsible. If you do take alternative advice please get their details as they can be sued.

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