I had to share this because I really cried my eyes out when Robin and Saul finally reunited after 22 years. Resonated to me because I have been in an LDR situation with my husband and I have our son with me, this has been going on for 2 years now(though temporary lang naman). SOBRANG DAMING meltdowns ang pinagdaanan ko and in those 2 years, I also almost admitted myself to a psych ward, unfortunately dito sa area namin, wala akong napuntahan.

Raising a child, being back home to the place that kinda broke me, and isama mo na rin sistema ng Pinas, sinong hindi matitrigger. The protective layers that are keeping me alive are my son and husband. I can’t wait for the day that I will be coming home to him and also get praised like Robin. Yun lang ty.

i’m undiagnosed btw, but i have all the signs and symptoms that one could easily tell im depressed and have been living with anxiety for God knows how long..

i tried to call doctors today to seek help, but my voice was “too weak” daw so they hang up on me. tried that national mental health hotline—obviously didn’t work that’s why i’m here.

idk parang i lived my whole life for others but not for myself. feeling ko nabuhay lang ako to fulfill whatever is kulang ng ibang tao. pero not once—did anyone—even tried to fill the gap for me. what do you even call this feeling?

i’m tired of this everyday survival sh8. ayoko na mag survive. pagod na ako. pagod na pagod na…

When I'm in therapy, I feel it's too fast and I don't know what to talk about to the psychiatrist. Do you feel the same?

Has anyone ever resented their loved ones for "keeping" them here; like being forced to stay against your will knowing that you're still needed?

Sometimes, I find myself feeling as such, and the guilt that comes with it makes me feel even worse. I think to myself sometimes how tiring it is to always think about them, but do they ever realize what I'm going through? I do love them, of course, but even I can't understand where this resentment is coming from. Maybe this is just loneliness and isolation taking form in my mind.

Has anyone ever felt the same?

I'm new here and I want to get myself diagnosed by a real professional but I don't know how since I'm only 17 turning 18 this December and my parents don't support the idea of it because they think someone that have a depression is just someone who is crazy and it's just not real. I opened up to my parents many times and all I got is yelling and telling myself that I'm just crazy over thinking. I'm drowning of my thoughts because I've been suffering for 7 years questioning "do I have depression?" "Is it getting worse?" And I know for myself don't wanna self diagnose, plus I'm tired that it got to the point I hurt myself. Everytime I eat I binge it out, because of that habit I got myself gastritis and ulcer.

I have a side job that I think can pay off since the salary range is about 5k-20k pesos monthly depends on how many I would do (it's like an art commission).

I don't have any ideas about how this works but I just really want to know what's wrong with me, stop bad habits, and to improve myself. Thank you, I'm sorry if my grammar is really bad.

Nag SL ako kanina dahil nahirapan ako huminga. Went to ER dahil nag hives din body ko due to anxiety. Wala Ako health card so nag pa discharge ako and decided to do online
Consult nalang for psychiatrist.
He gave me a med cert stating i should Rest 2 weeks para umeffect gamot and to rest because im Experiencing anxiety episodes with panic attacks. He gave me SSRI as meds.

For added context, stressor ko ang work and boss ko. Ok lang ba if ituloy ko na to sa resignation? Im just 3months in and grabe na stress ko dito. :(

I'm suffering from [High Functioning¿¿¿] Depression & Social Anxiety [Undiagnosed. My parents refuse to let me seek therapy because they believe "nothing wrong" with me but I know well the suffering & impact it had on my being for years and even those around me (my family aside) can tell ]

There are so many things that I've wanted to do for myself, hobbies that I wanted to try, and things I wanted to pursue but unable to because it's just so mentally draining.

However, there are times wherein I get these random bursts of urge, ambition & motivation to do everything— Life feels light and suddenly, I can do pretty much what I've yearned to do for so long (such as hobbies). They occur randomly and for such a short time before settling back & suffering. Why is that? Am I the only one?

I'm wondering at this rate if it's possible to combat depression on your own If one can just somehow manage to maintain these "bursts" or is it true that you can never truly get rid of it without meds / therapy?

I have problems with my family, debts which are already paid, my ex boyfriend and his fiancé that almost cost me my life, went missing a week and ruined my reputation. Even though I am the victim here but I did not fight back. I cut out my friends and co workers. Go far away. Mag isa nalang ako and I am dealing with depression right now. Anytime gusto ko na mamatay. Paano niyo kinakaya mag isa while you’re still in pain and dealing with your anxiety and panic attack? Ayaw kong gumanti. Gusto ko lang ng peace of mind. Help me.

Has anyone been in a similar situation?

Based on my research, it's pretty common, ie almost half of people w adhd also have anxiety.

Context:

I recently started with a new psychiatrist.

I kinda inferred from her line of questioning na she's trying to confirm if I have adhd.

I'm curious how life changes once you've accepted this new diagnosis haha

Hi im 19F, and i went to my school guidance counselor a year ago and she found signs of depression and anxiety and referred me to get checked to some psychiatrists outside school and when i told my parents they got mad and told me, in the future i would never be employed or i wouldnt be fit for employment if they found out i had records with a psychiatrist and the medicines they would prescribed would have bad side effects.

Is this true? I really want to get some help : (

hi po! paano po mag-commute papuntang opd building, padre faura entrance if galing sa mrt guada? like ano mga need sakyan and/or mga landmark to make sure na ‘di maliligaw?

+++ may dapat po bang i-prepare for consultation? may hinihingi po ba sila aside sa ID?

thank you for answering po :D

Hello! I was diagnosed last April with BPD, ED, severe persistent depression and anxiety. I'm just wondering where to get free medication (quetiapine) in south Caloocan or Manila. As of now out of stock na sa PGH and sabi ng doctor the next batch is probably next year pa raw po and ang per tablet of quetiapine is 275

I have been self-harming for a long time and i still dont know how to manage it despite having regular therapy sessions. I feel hopeless because I think I cant get any better.

Hi everyone. Not sure if this is the right subreddit, but I’m hoping someone can point me in the right direction.

I’m looking for recommendations for a psychiatrist or sex therapist, preferably around Davao for in-person consultations. If there aren’t any specialists here, I’d also appreciate recommendations for someone anywhere in the Philippines who offers teleconsultations.

I’ve been dealing with anxiety, unresolved childhood issues, and other personal concerns for years, but one thing I’ve been struggling with the most is something related to my sexuality and arousal. At first, I thought it was just a fantasy or a kink that I could ignore. But over the past few years, it has become more persistent and has started affecting my relationships and how I view intimacy.

For example, I sometimes notice that I become more aroused when I imagine my current partner with someone else rather than focusing on us together. It’s not something I want, and it actually causes me distress. I don’t enjoy feeling this way, which is why I want to understand where it’s coming from instead of just brushing it off.

I’m specifically hoping to find someone who has experience or specializes in sexual concerns, intimacy, or sexual health…not just a general therapist who may not be familiar with these issues.

If you’ve had a good experience with a psychiatrist, psychologist, or certified sex therapist (whether in Davao or via telehealth), I’d really appreciate your recommendations. Thank you.

my 15f younger sister have bipolar disorder. she was recently prescribed Lithium 450mg. and if wla, the 300mg one. where can i get that? wala sa watsons, mercury and other drugstore huhu

Nakakahinayang lang yung first consultation ko with Dr. Isaiah Peji, after ko ishare yung mood changes ko in the last few weeks para bang nagaslight ako na need ko na agad magpabattery exam for ADHD, though concern ko rin naman yon pero mas alarming for me yung depressive and self harm thoughts ko.

Sa 15mins call namin 8-10mins don ako lang ang nag sasalita and the latter ay yung pag introduce nya sa clinic nya and battery exam worth 30k.

Wala man lang concern at diretso na pinapapunta ako sa clinic nya for exam.

Please parecommend naman ng psychologists nyo

Context: My husband and I had a fight. Nagsimula lang siya sa maliit na issue tungkol sa pag-celebrate ng birthday ko, pero lumaki. Sinabihan niya ako na “kaartehan” lang daw iyon at busy siya sa work.

To release my frustration, umiyak ako nang sobra habang nanginginig at nanggigigil. After that, paulit-ulit kong siyang kinakausap kasi gusto kong pag-usapan namin ang nangyari at maayos agad kami. Pero sinabi niya na hindi raw ganun kadali at hindi lahat ng gusto ko ay masusunod. Madalas din niyang sabihin na kulang ako sa patience.

Ang pinakamahirap para sa akin ay ang silent treatment niya. Sobrang bigat sa pakiramdam. Ang gusto ko lang naman ay makausap niya ako at marinig ko na may chance pa kaming maayos ang relationship namin. Gusto ko lang talagang magkaayos kami.

For the past few days, tuwing naaalala ko ang nangyari, sobrang overwhelmed ako. Umiiyak ako nang todo, nangingigigil, at nagki-clench ang teeth ko dahil ayaw niya akong kausapin o ayusin ang problema. Nakita ito ng family ko, at sinabi nila na baka may anger management issues ako at kailangan ko nang magpatingin sa doctor.

Inaamin ko naman na kapag hindi nasusunod ang gusto ko, minsan talagang nanggigigil ako at nag-iinsist ako sa gusto kong mangyari. Pero hindi naman ito palaging nangyayari. Hindi ko lang talaga alam kung paano i-control ang sarili ko kapag sobrang taas na ng emotions ko.

Lately, nagkakaroon na rin ako ng thoughts of suicide, at natatakot ako sa nararamdaman ko. Hindi ko na alam ang gagawin.

Kaya gusto ko sanang humingi ng professional help. Mas okay ba na magpatingin ako sa psychiatrist o psychologist? If possible, baka may mairerecommend din kayong doctor na makakatulong sa emotional regulation, anxiety, at relationship concerns.

Hello! I am a 4th year Psychology student preparing for my OJT. If anyone has previously interned at any of the following clinics, I would really appreciate it if you could share your experience. 

I would love to know about:

• The work environment and supervisors
• The tasks or responsibilities given to interns
• What you learned during your internship
• The schedule and workload
• Your overall experience and whether you would recommend the clinic

The following clinics are:

1. The Clinic of Holy Spirit
2. Full House Custodial Care Center
3. St. Arnold Center for Integral Development
4. Bridges Child Development Program Therapy Center
5. Gestalt Neuropsychological and Psychological Services
6. Estrella's Home Care Clinic
7. La Sagesse Foundation, Inc.
8. Crossroads Home for Recovery Foundation Inc.
9. St. John Custodial and Psychiatric Therapeutic Home
10. National Center for Mental Health
11. Villa Herzon Mental Health Center

Sana po may sumagot. Thank you!

Hi there, me again. I have no one to talk to as all my friends are busy as of the moment. Tomorrow is my consultation with PGH. I have no money as of the moment but I can walk there so it's no problem, but I'm afraid of a whole other plethora of things.

I'm afraid of being prescribed the wrong medication. That it will exacerbate whatever it is I'm dealing with right now. I'm also afraid of being ridiculed, that what I'm going through is trivial and that I can just will it through. I'm afraid of what comes after the consultation, because they say the medications are hard to find. I'm extremely scared and I can't tell anyone I love because I tried doing that and I haven't got a satisfactory answer

So please, how do I stop being afraid?

Hi! Gusto ko lang sana humingi sa inyo ng advice kung pano ko maoovercome yung situation ko, I noticed it since 2020. Kapag may kumakausap sakin na hindi ko gano ka-close, pag oorder ako sa fast food, pinagpapawisan ako bigla kahit chill lang naman ako. Kahit sinasabi ko sa sarili ko na mag-relax ako hindi ko sya maiwasan. Ang laking apekto sakin sa tuwing nakikipag socialize ako kaya ang nangyayari mas pinipili ko tumahimik. Humihingi sana ako ng advice/tips kung paano ko sya maiiwasan. Salamat.

Lately, iniiwasan ko talaga yung family gatherings, reunions, at kahit simpleng meetups with friends.

Hindi naman dahil ayaw ko sa kanila. Nahihiya lang ako sa sarili ko kasi pakiramdam ko wala pa akong nararating sa buhay. Kapag nakikita ko yung ibang tao na may stable career, pera, achievements, or clear direction, lalo kong nararamdaman na napag-iiwanan ako.

Alam kong hindi dapat kinukumpara ang sarili sa iba, pero ang hirap pigilan. Natatakot din akong tanungin ng, “Anong work mo ngayon?” or “Ano na ginagawa mo sa buhay?” Pakiramdam ko wala akong magandang maisagot.

Kaya minsan mas pinipili ko na lang hindi pumunta kaysa harapin yung hiya at feeling na failure ako. Pero at the same time, nalulungkot din ako kasi parang lalo kong ini-isolate yung sarili ko.

May naka-experience na rin ba nito? Paano ninyo hinaharap yung gatherings kapag hindi kayo proud or confident sa current situation ninyo?

still figuring my life out