What should I do if I think I am depressed?

First of all don’t worry any further. Being diagnosed with depression is not the end, it’s the beginning.

Go and see your G.P, explain all the symptoms you have and why you think you may be depressed, sometimes just talking this through helps a great deal.

If you feel you are not up to seeing your G.P straight away, confide in a close friend or family member. This can be done is one foul swoop or over a short period of time, having someone you trust is incredibly important.

If you can’t bring yourself to speak to anyone face-to-face there are many online help groups, websites and forums dedicated to people seeking refuge and advice on depression, one being our own 100% People Forum.

“I found solitude from an internet forum; I felt I could discuss my feelings openly because I didn’t have to say the words out loud. Eventually a fellow member persuaded me to get medical help.”

Finally you must always remember you are not alone, people can beat depression, and they have!