Oh no it's happening again!!

[Tanya Khan]

I'm so worried sick about myself. I find myselk in the same position every year, going through depression. I remember starting a thread last year called, 'I'm so depressed' and now I'm the same this year. I remember how hard it was to think positive, to pray, and to wait for Allah Ta'ala's help.

It was hard because I was so impatient, and I never got rid of that impatience

Can someone please help to find a solution to this on-going problem. It's very frustrating and I find myself very angry and short-tempered.

How do i learn to have patience? How do I learn to wait for Allah Ta'la's help instead of moaning all the time and complaining, crying so much and not listening to anyone. Pls help.

 

[Mikayeel]

Thread approved

 

[alcurad]

http://www.wikihow.com/Get-over-Depression-As-a-Teenager

 

[IbnAbdulHakim]

well do eeevery act of worship slowly.

when you pray, take your sweet time to say eevery syllable, when you help someone and do a charitable act do it to the best. When you make dhikr say every word clearly and beautifully, rush NOTHING.


try it

 

[ayan333]

well do eeevery act of worship slowly.

when you pray, take your sweet time to say eevery syllable, when you help someone and do a charitable act do it to the best. When you make dhikr say every word clearly and beautifully, rush NOTHING.


try it

Dunya is so demanding (School n work..we all need to take you advice,JazakALLAG Khair

 

[zircon]

Salam Alaikum,
i'm sure all of us have those days of down-feelings.. the same case with me.
lets try to maintain doing small deeds but on daily basis..
like reading Qur'an one page per day.
inshaAllah things will be alright. about being short-tempered,
i've had the same problem before. but i learnt that i can always encounter my anger with something better:- you can't do dhikr or salawat or read quranic verses while cursing/shouting to others at the same time right?. so that's my trick
all the best inshaAllah

 

[Sahabiyaat]

do mind telling the exact problem?

 

[Ansariyah]

wat is depressin u sis?

 

[transition?]

Allah (swt) is with the Steadfast. Allah (swt) has given humans intellect so they may use it to submit to Allah (swt). Allah (swt) let's keeps your beating so may get another chance. So ask for forgiveness and begin again, Allah (swt) is Most Merciful, so do not despair. But this time, grasp onto your faith. No excuses.
I found this in someone's sig
And Seek (Allah's) help
with Sabr (patience) and Salat (prayers): it is indeed hard, except to those who
are humble" (Qur'an Al-Baqara 2:45)

 

[seeker-of-light]

yes i know it is difficult when i feel frustrated and annoyed with my life. i feel like i am trapped in a single moment and nothing i do can take away the suffering. i am not sure what to tell you to do though people tell me to relax but i try to and yet i cant get that uneasy feeling out of my mind. someone might want to try helping me too hehe^^

 

[AntiKarateKid]

I'm so worried sick about myself. I find myselk in the same position every year, going through depression. I remember starting a thread last year called, 'I'm so depressed' and now I'm the same this year. I remember how hard it was to think positive, to pray, and to wait for Allah Ta'ala's help.

It was hard because I was so impatient, and I never got rid of that impatience

Can someone please help to find a solution to this on-going problem. It's very frustrating and I find myself very angry and short-tempered.

How do i learn to have patience? How do I learn to wait for Allah Ta'la's help instead of moaning all the time and complaining, crying so much and not listening to anyone. Pls help.

Ah yes, depression. I remember when I used to be depressed all the time up till highschool. I had no friends, was not a practicing Muslim, and basically was grim and cynical.

When I starting becoming more religious, I started to realize things that would change how I thought of myself. Allah opened up the world to me and taught me that there is justice in the world, that every act of kindness counts, that a pious man with nothing is better than the most glorious kuffar with everything.

Think about the fact that when creating you, Allah had a purpose. Know that all you have to do is try your hardest to be good and hard working. Dont forget that those are the only things that matter in the world and then everything falls into place. Above all remember, you are a Muslim, a human being with soul and purpose, so get off the computer and find your place in life and give thanks to Allah that he has given you this chance to live and succeed!

There is immortality in everything we do. Make sue you do what is right.

 

[Ayesha Rana]

it used to make me really mad when people told me to relax when i was clearly unable to though Alhamdulillah i've found a solution. See the best way of solving a problem, through trial and error on my behalf is to get down on the floor with your forhead against the ground and just beg God to help you see where you have gone wrong and make it easier for you to please Him and then let the problem go. yeah it might sound impossible but trust me it isn't, even if you're full up to your neck. just remember that Allah can solve it all. let Him lift it out of you and ask Him for Jannah and His pleasure and all the beautiful things you want and don't puzzle over your problems cos He can solve them even before you raise your head from the ground. you just have to trust Him.

i found if difficult at first cos i had this daft notion that my problems were up to me to solve on my own cos they were my problems. But it finally occurred to me that if a child can run to his mummy then i can run to Allah. And who is there better than Allah? The more you trust Him the safer you feel and your problems will dissolve into insignificant nothingness. And Allah knows best

 

[The Khan]

From a purely medical point of view:

I have Asperger syndrome, and depression is a part of it. I consume one tablespoon of roasted flax seeds (flax seeds are rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, the most natural and powerful anti depressant) everyday. Edible Linseed oil, which is also derived from flaxseeds, is much higher in these fatty acids. In addition, fish oil is the next best source. If flax seeds are unavailable (unlikely), then fish oil most definitely will be. Trust me, it works, very very well. I have suffered from depression until I started consuming this gift from Allah (SWT). 8% of our brain is made out of Omega 3 fatty acids.

A study in New Zealand and Japan discovered that although the suicide rate in Japan (mostly due to financial problems) is high, the depression rate (0.6%) is low. In New Zealand, the depression rate is high (11-20%), but the suicide rate is low due to low work pressure. Stress is an important factor, Salah is the best cure for stress. When it comes to the fatty acids, Japan consumes more than the rest of the world, as fish is the staple meat.

Most importantly, Allah (SWT) is the only psychologist you can trust.

A good diet and seeking Allah's (SWT) help while being obedient to him is all you need.

 

[Ushae]

From a purely medical point of view:

I have Asperger syndrome, and depression is a part of it. I consume one tablespoon of roasted flax seeds (flax seeds are rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, the most natural and powerful anti depressant) everyday. Edible Linseed oil, which is also derived from flaxseeds, is much higher in these fatty acids. In addition, fish oil is the next best source. If flax seeds are unavailable (unlikely), then fish oil most definitely will be. Trust me, it works, very very well. I have suffered from depression until I started consuming this gift from Allah (SWT). 8% of our brain is made out of Omega 3 fatty acids.

A study in New Zealand and Japan discovered that although the suicide rate in Japan (mostly due to financial problems) is high, the depression rate (0.6%) is low. In New Zealand, the depression rate is high (11-20%), but the suicide rate is low due to low work pressure. Stress is an important factor, Salah is the best cure for stress. When it comes to the fatty acids, Japan consumes more than the rest of the world, as fish is the staple meat.

Most importantly, Allah (SWT) is the only psychologist you can trust.

A good diet and seeking Allah's (SWT) help while being obedient to him is all you need.

I'm in Medical Research myself and have done some digging around on depression. Honestly, Salat is the best and most relaxing thing any muslim (or anyone for that matter) can do to alleviate stress and depression.

Taking anti-depressants isn't a clear cut solution in my opinion, even if you took the most powerful anti-depressant avaialble, like cymbalta, they won't take you worries away. It's a combination of personality and external pressure (usually the latter).

Have faith in Allah, and do something to occupy yourself Tanya. Personally I like to listent to music and watch movies occasionally. Do something that relaxes you regulary.

 

[The Khan]

Akhee, Omega 3 fatty acids are 100% natural and good for one's health.

http://www.miraclesofthequran.com/scientific_71.html

Anything you catch in the sea is lawful for you, and all food from it, for your enjoyment and that of travellers… (Qur'an, 5:96)

The Benefits of Omega-3 in Fish Oil

There are two kinds of unsaturated fatty acid in fish oil which are particularly important for our health: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). EPA and DHA are known as polyunsaturated fats and contain the important omega-3 fatty acids. Since the fatty acids omega-3 and omega-6 are not manufactured in the human body, they need to be taken in from the outside.

There is a large body of evidence relating to the benefits to human health of fish oil, the actual benefit stemming from its omega-3 fatty acid content. Despite being present in vegetable oils, these omega-3 fatty acids are less effective in relation to human health. However, marine plankton is very effective at turning omega-3 into EPA and DHA. When fish eat plankton, their constitution becomes much richer in EPA and DHA. That, in turn, makes fish one of the richest sources of these vitally important fatty acids.

Vital Benefits of the Fatty Acids Found in Fish

One of the main features of the fatty acids in fish is the contribution they make to the body's energy production. These fatty acids carry out electron transfers by attaching themselves to oxygen in the body and permit energy to be produced for various chemical processes within it. There is therefore considerable evidence that a diet rich in fish oil helps combat fatigue and increases mental and physical capacity. Omega-3 increases the individual's powers of concentration as much as it does his or her energy levels. There is a scientific foundation to the old saying "fish is good for the brain": The main compound in brain fat is DHA, which contains omega-3 fatty acids.

The Importance of Fish for a Healthy Heart and Arteries

The omega-3 fatty acid in fish is acknowledged to protect against cardiovascular disease by reducing blood pressure and the cholesterol and triglyceride in the blood.125 Triglyceride is a form of fat and resembles LDL (bad cholesterol) which is high in fat and low in protein content. A raised triglyceride level, especially together with high cholesterol, increases the risk of heart disease. In addition, fish oils reduce life-threatening post-heart attack abnormal heart rhythms.

In one study by the American Medical Association, it was observed that heart attack levels in women eating five portions of fish a week fell by one-third. This is thought to stem from the omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil causing less blood clotting. The normal speed of blood in our veins is 60 kmph (37.3 mph) and it is of vital importance for the blood to be of the right viscosity and for the density, quantity and speed to be at normal levels. The worst danger for our blood-apart from normal conditions of bleeding-is for it to clot and lose the ability to flow properly. Fish oils are also effective in reducing blood clotting by preventing the thrombocytes in the blood (blood platelets that concentrate the blood in the event of bleeding) from adhering to one another. Otherwise, blood thickening can lead to narrowing of the arteries. In turn, this can lead to many organs in the body-especially the heart, brain, eyes and kidneys-receiving an inadequate blood supply, function deceleration and eventually, loss of function. For example, when an artery is totally blocked on account of clotting this can lead to heart attack, paralysis or other disorders, depending on the location of the artery.

Omega-3 fatty acids also play an important role in the production of the molecule haemoglobin, that carries oxygen in the red blood cells, and in controlling the nutrients passing through the cell membrane. They also prevent the damaging effects of fats harmful to the body.

 

[MO783]

Salam,

Just pray and make dua, Inshallah things will get better.

 

[AvarAllahNoor]

Don't depend on medication. They say Johns Wort which can be purchased from Holands and Barrats is more beneficial for cases of depression. It's a herbal remedy. Try that. Don't worry over other things, Allah knows the plan, you just try to work around it.

 

[Ayesha Rana]

And turn to Him. Allah tests so we will turn to Him so go ahead sis because there is no harm in it. Just joy, satisfction and relief

And yeah watch out for medicined and their side effects lol. Allah created a cure for everything and it's cure is not in something that is hrmful so don't go for drugs if u can help it Insha'Allah

 

[The Khan]

And the cure that Allah (SWT) created for depression is... Omega 3 fatty acids.

Potatoes and Bananas are also good, although not all that great when compared to Omega 3 fatty acids. Flax seeds and Fish, nothing beats both.

Personally, I consider depression (all types, dysthymia and clinical) as a result of Omega 3 fatty acid deficiency. Unfortunately, the food pyramid (which I heavily criticise) has no recommendation for fatty acids.

I recall a study indicating that schizophrenia rates are extremely low in polynesian countries due to their diet, which is free from gluten, and high in fish intake.

Anti-depressants, in some cases, cause PSSD. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Post_SSRI_Sexual_Dysfunction

It can also occur with anti-psychotics.

 

[Tanya Khan]

And the cure that Allah (SWT) created for depression is... Omega 3 fatty acids.

Potatoes and Bananas are also good, although not all that great when compared to Omega 3 fatty acids. Flax seeds and Fish, nothing beats both.

Personally, I consider depression (all types, dysthymia and clinical) as a result of Omega 3 fatty acid deficiency. Unfortunately, the food pyramid (which I heavily criticise) has no recommendation for fatty acids.

I recall a study indicating that schizophrenia rates are extremely low in polynesian countries due to their diet, which is free from gluten, and high in fish intake.

Anti-depressants, in some cases, cause PSSD. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Post_SSRI_Sexual_Dysfunction

It can also occur with anti-psychotics.

I have absolutely no appetite, I've lost so much weight due to depression, I can't eat anything, I try but I feel sick.