When to ask for help

I think I have depression. But maybe I just have my good days and my bad days, like everyone else? How do you know when it's time to ask for help?

I have a lot of trouble sleeping at night, have done for about seven years. In this time, I have noticed my moods dropping really low for weeks at a time. To the point that I feel numb and helpless and out of control. I binge drink 3 or more times every week - drinking to the point of vomiting and passing out. It's the only thing that seems to help, sometimes. But other times, I'm fine. I'm fine and happy and fun for a few weeks. Is it worth asking for help? Or is this quite normal?

Downtheante,

Welcome to the depression forum. The thing that stands out to me in your post is your drinking. It definately causes depression. That is probably what is causing your down patterns. Try to stop drinking for a few weeks and see if you don't feel better. Sure it makes you feel good at the moment. But it is a depressant and will make you feel depressed.

Tara has a good idea with going to a counselor. That is where most of us start healing. Counseling is wonderful for us. I hope that you feel better soon.

Do try to stop the binge drinking. It isn't good for you.

Hugs, Karen