Being depressed for no reason?

[Anonymous]

is it normal? i have a good life which im very grateful for but i can't seem to find any motivation in anything i do, i even lost interest in things i used to love to do. My grades are dropping to Fs and i don't even care, i skip classes and i don't self harm but i take out my anger and self hatred on myself by punching my legs, stomach, face... etc. i just have no will to live i don't want to commit suicide but i want my life to end, even though i have nice parents... i don't have many real friends though

[RebelOfNowhere]

This was me in high school... I never did anything about it, but it got better after I graduated and took some time off before going to college.

I kind of wish that I did do something though. Depression is a big deal, and it sounds like you have it. I'm not a professional, but you might consider seeing one. I'm sure your school has counseling services, and if they're any good, they'll take your depression seriously. There's no magic trick to make it go away, but seeking help is a good way to start.

[Anonymous]

You don't need a 'reason' for depression. It's an illness; there's no 'reason' for it anymore than for asthma or diabetes. It's a result of your neurotransmitters being fucked up, and you can get help. You need to talk to someone you trust about how you're feeling, and go to a doctor because they will be able to help