Is it depression or am I just slacking?????

I don't know what's going on with me, just 3 years ago, i was this responsible 18 year old.....i graduated from highschool, worked 2 jobs, then decided to go to school a year later as a dental assistant......during college i got pregnant....before i had my son, i left school.....gave birth to him, 2 months later...i was back in school, and then graduated as a dental assistant....my family was soo proud of me...that's when it all happened......i got scared.....i was nervous about leaving school and looking for a dental assisting job...i was afraid that i would fail...so i went into temporary warehousing......made okay money, but was always broke.....my family is pressuring me to get a dental assisting job, but they don't understand how scared i am...now I'm sitting home, haven't worked in 2 weeks,because i was laid off at the warehouse..my family and relatives r disappointed in me, they say I have no drive anymore...I use to be so hard working..i don't know what's going on??

Is it depression or am I just slacking?????
it's anxiety and depression. see a doctor
Reply:This is not depression this is anxiety. See your doc about getting some help for it. Also since you are nervous about tryng dental assistant work why not look for a part time job as a dental assistant and work your way into it. It is scary but if you passed school and all your exams you are more than qualified to do the job. See your doc about the anxiety and get this treated and then go out and find something that interests you.
Reply:I can totally relate to your situation...I'm 26 and I haven't had a job for 2 years since I've been going to school full-time and just doing the school thing..I will be trying to find a job this summer and I am afraid about working and I am afraid that what I am getting my major in ..I'm afraid I won't succeed or do well at what I am working for...I think I am afraid of succeeding..
Reply:Your going to have to get over your fear and apprehension and get out there and apply for a job in your field of expertice.


You will find that working with people in a dental office will be pleasant and you will be doing them a lot of good.
Reply:It's probably all the stress thats making you feel that way. NO YOU ARE NOT SLACKING, I especially no how it feels to be scared to make adventurous decisions especially when I child is involved, I quit my job when I was 3 mnths prego, went back to school when my daughter was 3 mnths old, and I am getting ready to graduate in may, you have to take the whole dive girl, I know it's very difficult, but you have to push yourself to make a better future for you and your child, a career with benefits, healthcare, etc. Think of the benefits in the long run, the only bad decision is the one you never make. Good luck sweety.
Reply:It does sound like depression. I think you should talk to your doctor about what you are going through so you can get help if you need it or just talk to someone who will not judge you. Just listen with an open heart. Good Luck and I hope you do what you need very soon.
Reply:Fear can be paralyzing, and I think you already know that's what's going on.





You could pick up some motivational vids from the library. But they're going to tell you what you already know. You have to grab that dentist by the ... horns and GO FOR IT!





The longer you wait the harder it's going to feel.





Ultimately, most feel that same anxiety when going from school to our trained field. The awkwardness goes away REALLY fast, when you find yourself doing with ease the things that you are worrying about.





Take that first step and send out the applications.





Good Luck and remember, it's just another job. If you don't like it, move on and find another.
Reply:In my own opinion from what you have said it doesn't sound like depression. It's sounds like you've had a stressful and hard time over the past few years, you've been a busy girl, a lot of people couldn't take on all you have! It's sounds like you need some "me" time. Take some time out to try and figure out what it is you want to do in life. Everybody is nervous when getting their first "proper" job. But hey, you graduated as a dental assistant, so you have heaps going for you, it just sounds like you need to build up your confidence and have faith in yourself. Try talking to your family about what's going on in your head, they are there to support you.
Reply:I am sorry that you are facing this in an already stressful life. Please seek counseling. I cannot say that you are depressed for certain, but if this has been how you have felt for over a month, there is a strong possibility. Either way, counseling will help you understand and face your fears. Do it for your son. He needs you to be your best, so he can grow to be his best.
Reply:Depression/mental illness, has become a common excuse for slacking...





Might as well jump on the band wagon. It's as good an excuse as any I suppose?
Reply:yep i would say u are stressed in some way


or mayby you are having panic attacks


child birth could have been the trigger.


i heard just the other day about an increse in woman who have given birth.


but it could have been set off buy a old trumatic happining in your life.





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http://www.beyondblue.org.au/index.aspx?...





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