If depression is diagnosed without feeling depressed, is there a mistake?

Dear Sir/Madam, I am aware of the difficulties you have been experiencing and the concerns you have outlined in your correspondence. With regard to the symptoms of depression you mentioned during your junior high school years, although you have not undergone a formal medical examination, your description does correspond with some of the typical manifestations of depression.

Despite an improvement in his current condition, he continues to experience social anxiety, school refusal, poor sleep quality, and gastrointestinal problems.

The results of a hospital diagnosis are typically evaluated based on a series of standards and scales, which serve as a reference point. However, the diagnosis of depression is not solely based on these automated assessments; it also relies on the clinical experience of medical professionals.

Should you have any reservations regarding the diagnosis, you may wish to seek a second opinion from a specialist.

In consideration of your present circumstances, it is recommended that you consider the following options:

Psychological counseling is defined as face-to-face communication with a psychological counselor for the purpose of exploring emotional problems and concerns, as well as identifying more appropriate coping strategies.

Social training: It is recommended that the individual gradually participate in social activities such as group discussions and team activities in order to improve their social skills and experience.

It is recommended that one avoids napping immediately after lunch. Allowing sufficient time for gastric digestion is advised. Following meals, it is beneficial to engage in a 10-minute walk and then rest. When sleeping, it is advisable to adopt a position that allows for a flat or reclined posture, thus avoiding the pressure of sleeping on the stomach and the cervical vertebrae, as well as respiration.

It is recommended that you adjust your diet to include healthy foods and avoid those that are excessively greasy or irritating. You may wish to consider trying a diet that is beneficial for your stomach and intestines.

It is important to remember that depression is a treatable illness and that one should not underestimate the severity of one's own problems. However, it is also crucial to avoid excessive worry or self-blame. Seeking professional assistance is a prudent decision.

We extend our best wishes for a prompt and complete convalescence.

Hello, question asker. I can see you're feeling a bit confused. Don't worry, I'm here to help!

I'm so sorry to hear you were at the hospital and diagnosed with mild to moderate depression.

Then, on the night before the test, how well did you get to rest?

It's so important to get a good night's sleep because it can really affect the test results.

I'd love to know what kind of attitude you had on the day of the test!

It's totally possible that you really feel like you're sick. When your mind keeps telling you that, it can make you feel like you really are sick.

This is something called the "self-fulfilling prophecy" in psychology.

If you feel like the test result isn't quite right, you can always take it again.

Just be yourself before the test, and don't worry about anything else!

I really think that if you go into the test with an open mind, the result will be different.

I promise you, even if you are really diagnosed with depression, it is not the end of the world.

You can absolutely recover! Just make sure you take your medication regularly as prescribed and attend regular therapy sessions, for example once a week.

If you're looking for more inspiration, you can also read more books on depression. One of my favorites is called "I Have a Black Dog Called Depression."

I really hope the problem you're facing gets solved soon!

Now, all I can think of is the above.

I really hope my answer helps and inspires you! I'm the answerer, and I study hard every day.

Here at Yixinli, the world and I love you! Wishing you all the best!

Take care of yourself!

Hello! When I saw that you said you didn't feel depressed but were diagnosed with depression, it made me think of this: many mothers will use the standards for infants and young children at different stages to measure whether their own baby is up to standard and healthy.

If the standards are higher, you won't be anxious because it proves that the child is being well fed. If the standards are lower, you might find it difficult to sleep or eat, feeling that you have let the child down. You might even go to the doctor to see if there is anything you can do to get the child up to standard. An experienced doctor will observe the child for a while to see how energetic they are, and then ask the mother about the child's diet, sleep and activity levels. If everything is ok, the doctor will say: "Every child is different. As long as the child's diet, sleep and activity levels are normal and they are in good spirits, there is no need to worry."

I think you understand what I mean by this paragraph. The criteria for the self-assessment scale are just numbers, and it is we who give them meaning. Therefore, I suggest that you still go and see a specialist for a consultation. The doctor will make a clinical diagnosis based on a comprehensive observation, and I'm sure it will be very helpful for you!

I'm not sure how long your lunch break is, but I've read that it's best to keep it under 20 minutes. If you take a break that's too long, you might feel lethargic. And if you go to sleep right after a meal, it can lead to indigestion. I know you have a bad stomach, so I just wanted to give you a heads-up!

Sometimes we don't want to face ourselves, and we'll find a reason to prove that we're good and normal. What we really need to do is take a good, honest look at ourselves. We need to get to know our bodies and minds better. We need to ask them what they really feel, what they like, and what can make them happy.

Do what makes you happy! Get that happy glow by mobilizing a positive response from your body and mind. Be a happy person with a healthy body and mind!

Every moment is worth treating kindly, treating ourselves kindly, finding our own direction, and giving life meaning with our own selves. You've got this!

I really hope you find peace!

The doctor's diagnosis is the truth.

If you don't think you are depressed and your current emotional and physical state does not affect your daily life (or if it does, it is within your acceptable range), you can ignore the doctor's advice and continue going to school or not—it's up to you.

Secondly, I have two thoughts based on your description. First, it is clear from your description that your state in the third year of junior high school was worse than it is now. In other words, you had some problems with your physical and mental state in the third year of junior high school. Now you are much better than then, and this is your body's powerful self-healing function at work.

It will take time for your body to recover, so don't expect depression to suddenly get better. It's normal for emotions to fluctuate. You may still be in the recovery process, so it's normal for you to feel much better than you have in the past but not completely better. Secondly, your current poor gastrointestinal health is an outward manifestation of your anxiety and nervousness. Having nightmares is a way to release the deep-seated fear in your heart.

This is a common problem for students under the huge pressure of high school studies. If you are really stressed, take some time off and go home to rest. Pay attention to how your body feels. Many so-called somatic symptoms are precisely the body's way of saving itself.

In summary, I advise against taking medication. Instead, I recommend focusing on addressing the current anxiety and fear.

Best wishes!