Depression.

[PaulMacC]

I have no motivation for anything. Exams are approaching and I am probably nervous about them but I feel depressed for no reason.

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[Swastika]

I doubt its actually real depression, you might just feel down about stuff but i doubt depressed.
Be confident about your exams and if you've been revising and listening in class, it'll be a breeze.
In some spare time why not go socialise with your mates or family to get yourself out more? You'll feel better, trust me.
Keep your head up buddy, good luck with things! :D

[@K]

Chin up, I'm off to the army at half 8 tomorrow morning and leaving the girl behind I love. Exams are nothing to be scared/nervous/worried about, just do your best.

[HotelUser]

I usually feel this way around this time of year too Paul, I think because class has become boring routine and you get tired of putting up with the same old things!

[Shar]

Tell me about it :(
Life sucks at the moment. It's all because of exam pressure. Just look forward to the summer or something to help?

[marriott0.01]

Don't worry about your exams they're not as bad as they seem <3

[Shar]

Biggest lie ever!
:(
Exams are stressful, and they are pretty big but as long as you try your hardest to achieve your best what can go wrong :)

Don't worry about your exams they're not as bad as they seem <3

[Becca]

When I'm depressed I always tell someone something that is annoying me, or write it down. If it's random depression I just try to fall asleep. Or randomly make myself cry. I'm not normal, am I? LOL

[RandomManJay]

I've just had this and my exams week just ended on Friday. I didn't start revising until the weekend before at which I had to physically force myself. I ended up staying up to really late in the evening and into the morning and was taking energy drinks and pills so I would stay up (not advisable :P, I started shaking). It was probably the most unpleasant time I've ever been through.

I've no doubt that it's not depression, but just a low period which we all go through at one point. The distinction between this and depression is that it would be a prolonged period in which you physically don't have the energy or motivation do absolutely anything, including post on the forum.

And don't listen to RNB.Queen. Exams may be very stressful, but they are never as bad as they seem. I've just taken my biological psychology exam, and I don't know **** about biological psychology. I just about had a stroke trying to revise cause my computer kept crashing and I didn't sleep for 2 days. But when I went into the exam, I went fine, I've got no idea if I passed, but still it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be.

Just start revising at comfortable periods and DO NOT OVERWORK YOURSELF! You could do some cognitive revision as well like when you're walking down the street or making a meal. During times when you aren't using a lot of thinking power, just go through stuff that you've revised and try to explain it in words. Talk to yourself if you have to. This can be beneficial as it helps you sort through what you know and gives you ideas of how to describe it in the exam. It can give you more confidence as well.

Just remember that if you've revised and payed attention in lessons, you'll do fine, and there are always resits. Exams are never as bad as they seem, and I assume you've had exams in the past so you've faced them before so why not now ;)? So just chill, relax and take a breaks every now and again. Oh and try to get as much sleep as possible during your exam period.

I'm sure you'll do fine, and good luck :D!

[Special]

it's normal, i'm getting it too. i suspect it's just anxiety

[danzooo]

It's totally normal mate but it's not depression - it's pre-exam stress, we all encounter it. Just get on with the studying and revision etc - it's worth it when you get your certificate full of A's at the end and a place in uni.

[kerry47]

Hello Friends.....

Depression is a state of low mood and aversion to activity. A depressed person will experience or display some of the following



Persistent sadness, anxiety or feelings of emptiness
Feelings of hopelessness, helplessness and/or pessimism.
Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
Contemplating suicide or suicide attempt
Problems concentrating, remembering details and making decisions
Fatigue and loss of energy
Persistent aches, pains or digestive problems that are resistant to treatment
Irritability or restlessness
Insomnia, waking early, or excessive sleeping
Overeating, or appetite loss

Thanks

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[Axel]

Hello Friends.....

Depression is a state of low mood and aversion to activity. A depressed person will experience or display some of the following




Persistent sadness, anxiety or feelings of emptiness
Feelings of hopelessness, helplessness and/or pessimism.
Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
Contemplating suicide or suicide attempt
Problems concentrating, remembering details and making decisions
Fatigue and loss of energy
Persistent aches, pains or digestive problems that are resistant to treatment
Irritability or restlessness
Insomnia, waking early, or excessive sleeping
Overeating, or appetite loss


Thanks

I have most of them, except a few, does that mean I have depression?

[Petite$]

It's totally normal to feel all-over-the-place during exams. You just have to do your best and be prepared. Don't ever leave things to the last minute, ever. This is guaranteed to get you worked up and stressed, not to mention you could have learned to much more if you had revised weeks before. Try get enough sleep and eat 3 healthy meals a day. Little things all add up to feeling good or bad. Exam stress & anxiety is common but should never be mistaken for depression.


I have most of them, except a few, does that mean I have depression?
You should never diagnose yourself with anything. If you feel you have an issue you're worried about, go straight to your GP. Better to stop something before it becomes worse or at least find out there is nothing wrong. :)

[Neversoft]

Life is too short to be depressed.