You are not dramatic for struggling with pain, and taking medication prescribed for someone else can carry real risks. This page explains what to do now, when to seek urgent help, and how to contact a doctor or trusted person in Pakistan.
No. Struggling with pain does not make you a loser, and being called an attention seeker does not make your pain imaginary. The immediate concern is that you have taken someone else’s antidepressant. It can cause side effects or interact with other medicines, so do not take any more until a doctor or pharmacist has checked the exact medicine, how much you took, and your symptoms.
You may be carrying depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, or too much pressure, but you do not need to label it yourself. Your family’s reaction is hurtful and unhelpful; it is not a reliable way to decide whether you need support.
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