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I'm 17 and I'm living with my parents. I have to stay a fifth year in high school to get 12U English because when it was offered at my school I got sick: migraines due to stress mostly.

I've been suffering with depression since I was in grade 8, but lately it has gotten a lot worse. I've never thought about going to the doctor because I've been able to handle it. I now have social anxiety and a little general anxiety. I can't sleep, I always fidgit, I can't even focus anymore. I have completely pulled away from my friendships and just find it easier to be alone. I don't like it though. I get shaky with people and dizzy; this may be because I find it hard to eat, I'm not sure, but it is worse when I am around people... it actually goes into overdrive.

I just have no idea what to do with myself and I find it hard to enjoy anything at all. Any ideas?

Hello LostBrunette,

Welcome to the forums and the support you can find here. There is a chat room connected with this site, perhaps go there and talk with others that suffer the same as you. Great supportive people there that do understand.

Perhaps also, seeing a doctor? Talking with them about your issues. There are many meds that do help, only way to find out is seek that professional help.

Warmsoul