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*ruce lee
writes:I sometimes feel a sense of extreme loneliness. Do all people feel like this sometimes? Even when I am in a room full of people, I feel this way. I don't know exactly what is causing this. Is it some kind of depression? Or does everyone feel this even if they don't suffer from depression?The only time I feel safe and happy and not lonely is when I am sleeping. I have heard that excess sleep is a sign of depression.I will be seeing a Psychiatrist in a week's time. I had to book a few months in advance to see him. What is going on here? Any ideas?
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reader, bruce lee +, writes (16 May 2010):
bruce lee is verified as being by the original poster of the question I'd better say something nice here. Thanks for all your answers. I understand that some of the questions I ask sound too sentimental sometimes, but that's the kind of guy I am.
I don't understand why I feel lonely. Maybe I push everyone out of my life. Who knows?
Life is not always about having the answers. Sometimes, you have to carry on when you don't have the answers. That's what I've always said.
I hope this has been enlightening for you. Lonely Two gave the best answer I thought. I don't agree with everything he said, but he put a lot of thought into it.
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reader, Ich_liebe_dich  +, writes (15 May 2010):
 From what you had write, it is sounded like yes you are suffering in depression. But i do admire you because you are working on this. I mean you ask for help. You are going to see phychiatrist that is a very big step to get out of this terrible feeling. Also you did not let your self always inside of the room alone, you even let your self to be together with other people. That is perfectly great what you are doing there. Yes you are suffering from depression but you sounds very smart and strong, just keep it that way and you will over come it. Dont hurry it will just come. Anyway goodluck.
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reader, Niamhy  +, writes (15 May 2010):
Hey, I suffer from depression and understand your pain. It's hard to tell if you'r suffering from it, do you have any other symptoms? It's really good that your seeking help and that is a very difficult thing to do. But the psychiatrist should be able to tell you if you're suffering from depression or not, so good luck with your appointment!
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reader, anonymous, writes (15 May 2010): You are not the only one, One minute I am happy as can be, and then I just feel lonely and depressed, and I don't know why. When I get like this I don't care about anything I was wondering if its depression too. When you see the doctor , you should let us know!
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reader, anonymous, writes (15 May 2010): I have felt like this and I know at points my friends have too.
So yes, it's normal and hopefully it will leave soon x
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reader, Witchy  +, writes (15 May 2010):
From the symptoms you describe and the feelings that you are experiencing this is indeed depression. The feelings of isolation may stem from social anxiety disorder. You mention that you don't feel safe. This is serious. Please bring these things up at your appointment. These feelings ARE normal in certain situations; following the death of a loved one or pet, loss of job, end of a relationship..........but they should not drag on and it seems to me that you've had these feelings a while (you had to book the appt. far in advance). I wish you the best, but be aware that medication alone will not treat these feelings, try to talk with close friends about this ( I know it can be very hard to broach the subject) but if they're truly your friends they will become your support group when you need a little assurance. Hang in there baby!
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reader, Auntie E +, writes (15 May 2010):
 Dear Bruce - it is very possible that you are suffering from depression. Clinical depression is not your fault but rather a brain chemical imbalance - much like diabetic has an insulin imbalance. You have already taken the first step by making an appointment with a phychiatrist. There are many FDA approved drugs that can help with clinical depression and the doctor needs to find the right mix to balance you out. Be patient. You will get better.
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