Depression / Question
Published: January 21, 2004
Dear TeenHealthFX,
This isn't really a question, more of a statement. I have been battling depression for over one year, and though that may not seem like a long time, it feels like forever. I was just wondering if you could put this up, to let people know that things do get better, with time. Things do get better. All I say is: talk to somebody. That is what helped me. I am a success. So there are success stories. And if that's all we got, that's all we got. I know that deep down I'm depressed. But for now, I'm not. There is always somebody there to listen, whether it is your best friend, or the ocean.
Signed: Hope For Depression
Dear Hope For Depression,
TeenHealthFX is so glad to hear of your success. Your message of hope can let others on our website who are feeling depressed and hopeless know that their life can get better. We agree that it is a long road to recovery, but it is one worth taking.
For others who are reading this and want or need to get some help, TeenHealthFX recommends that you get help - your first step is to talk to someone who can help you to access some services, like a parent, teacher, doctor or school nurse. If you need help to find a therapist in northern New Jersey, contact the ACCESS Center at Atlantic Behavioral Health at 888.247.1400. You can also log onto the SAMSHA website for referrals and information if you live outside of our area.
Also, if you know someone who is thinking about hurting his or her self, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room for help. If you live in northern New Jersey you can call the Atlantic Health Systems Crisis Hotline at 973-540-1400 for direct assistance. Outside this area call the Suicide & Crisis Hotline at 1-800-999-9999, 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Signed: TeenHealthFX
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