Hi,
Amazing how many people have the same story huh? Same as Lindaelane, I found out I had depression, but seasonal depression. Our semesters here start in March (Autumn) and August (Winter), so first semester i'd feel great, be going well, and about a month and a half in, brick wall. In August, I'd feel like I couldn't handle it, but by November I was wishing I'd started because I now felt great, and couldn't wait til March. I failed more subjects than I completed.
Once I was diagnosed, I was able to control the illness instead of the other way around. That was 2-3 years ago. Last year, I finished a Diploma at Uni, paid off all my debts, and scored an entry-level job in my chosen field. I'm now moving up into a higher position that pays more than my mother could even dream of, and am saving to buy a house. It was a struggle, but with the love and support of my fantastic partner (who I also met last year - big year) I made it to the end, or actually, the beginning of my new life.
So, I recommend going to see a doctor to find out if you have depression, and talk about ways to treat it (there's also some other good threads throughout the forum if you search). You're obviously very smart, which will make it a little easier for you to push through. As for where to start, the beginning is always a good place. What would you like your beginning to be? |