Depression/SAD?

I think I might suffer from SAD. Well I get more depressed around Winter time, and when the weather's bad. Plus I'm terrified everyday, of going to school. What's going to happen, and what people will say about me. I don't know what to do. I'm not going to a doctor... Plus people call me emo, if I act the slightest bit upset. It ******* pisses me off. I'm not emo...I mean wtf? I know depression is a serious illness, and I'm not one of those people that complain about their life when there's nothing wrong with them. Any advice?

I agree you should seek medical advice. There is a standard questionaire you will be asked to answer. Be totally honest when answering.

Depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. Your body naturally produces a hormone called serotonin. Hormone known as the happy hormone. Sometimes, for whatever reason, your body makes less then enough and you begin to develop symptoms.

Some of the symptoms can include ( but not limited to) lethargy, inability to cope, lack of interest in anything, thoughts of harming self or others, and even anger. That last one usually surprises people.

Some people require medication for a minimum of 6 months, but others need to be on it longer. Some only get depressed at certain times of the year...usually before Christmas.. some closer to February.

Every person is different but only a medical professional can help you. Seek help before the symptoms get too bad and you are unable to make an informed decision.

Best of luck...

feeling crappy during bad weather is totalyl normal.. and for one emo doesnt mean depressed it means emotional .. so unless your crying or oversensitive your definetly not emo.... try talking to a friend.. adn try doind things that make you happy like chillin wit family or sports etc...good luck

The only one who can diagnose this is a doctor.
I didn't know I had depression till I went to my doctor about my insomnia.
There is a standard questionnaire that can determine if you are depressed and how depressed you are.