Hannah Cox16 said:There’s something about the idea of just sitting in a field of grass that sounds incredibly soothing, isn't there? It’s a lovely thought, but I certainly don't envy your schedule. Pulling ten or twelve-hour shifts every single day is exhausting, and when you're running on empty like that, you really do need to be able to stay sharp and functional throughout the daylight hours. Regarding your question about medication: antidepressants aren't something you can just pick up off a shelf at a drugstore like you would with some Aspirin. In the US, these are strictly prescription-only medications. You'll need to sit down with a doctor or a healthcare provider first; they'll evaluate what you're going through and, if they decide it's the right path, they'll write a prescription that you can then take to your local pharmacy. It's all very regulated to ensure everyone stays safe. Hang in there—taking care of your mental health is just as important as managing those long workdays.
Well, to get any kind of antidepressant, you're going to need a referral to a psychiatrist first, and they'll be the ones to decide which specific medication might work best for you... I suppose. About two years ago, I went through a really heavy bout of depression myself. I was on Zoloft and Helix back then, and honestly, it turned me into someone I didn't quite recognize. I ended up stopping the meds, though looking back, it seems like I probably quit far too early, because the depression eventually caught up with me again. I just couldn't seem to handle the constant daily stress that's been hitting me over the last couple of months. So, about a month ago, I started back on Zoloft... and I can genuinely feel that, combined with my own efforts, things are getting a little better every day. I think I'm starting to see the point in things again...🙂 Good luck!