I have to ask.

[urgeok]

This thread isnt intended to belittle people - pass judgement - make fun of them..

but the question begs to be asked ...

over and over again i've seen people mention depression, alcoholism, medication .. etc etc etc ..


I'm starting to feel like a freak here.

I have no depression, i have no dependancies..
I dont even drink tea or coffee

i barely have more than a beer every other month ...

I dont smoke .. dont do any chemicals (never had)

I've never been mugged, i dont know anyone who has ..

i've read more stuff in these threads that to me are more horrifying than any of the movies we came here to discuss ..



so


am i a complete misfit in a Horror forum ??!!!


(i'm not being stupid .. i'm really wondering about this)

[newb]

Well...since you've been so polite...I shall answer.....I have been a beer drinker since I was about 17.....pretty much a weekend warrior.....especially now in my 40s...its a few on the weekends and thats pretty much it. My dad was a policeman as I was growing up, so I pretty much stayed away from drugs...sure I tried pot a few times...but I got paroniod and stuck to the beers.

Now that I have kids I do try to be a little more sensible .....but I do like my beer......so fucking sue me...It's my only vice...give me a fucking break.

[knife_fight]

I drink quite a bit, but I lead a normal, happy life. I mean, obviously I don't get out drinking too terribly much, or I wouldn't be on here all the damn time. (granted, almost all my time on hdc is while at work, but still)

so, unless you consider regular drinking abnormal (which is isn't), then I'm fairly normal. but also, art has always attracted the freaks and fuck ups and face it, horror movies are art (I hate to say that word). and anyone who is a big fan of something artistic (movies, books, etc.) is usually going to be more abnormal that someone who is, say, a big sports fan.

[urgeok]

the irony here is that its my degree of love for movies, film, literature that set me apart from 99% of my peers ...

i'm not odd so i become drawn to these things, I'm odd because i'm drawn to them.

(odd to the people i work with)


most people my age care nothing for anything other than their 5 hours a night worth of shit on TV...

but i do have my real friends .. who are musicians, writers, artists ...

the thing about these people is that they understand passion for things.
they are driven to create ..

I dont have the talent but i have a passion for their artistic output ...

but i dont have a tortured soul ...

[mandolin_ava]

Originally posted by urgeok


I'm starting to feel like a freak here.

I have no depression, i have no dependancies..
I

I've been diagnosed with an MDMD (major depressive mood disorder) and y'know what? I think it's full of shit...

I think that, right now, I'm just in a position where I've had so much shit thrown out at me that I literally do not know how to cope. So they diagnose it and give me pills. When I get out of this situation, I'll be, 'Normal'.

Dependancies and depression are full of shit. It's a state of mind. I've met people who are put on pills to keep them from questioning how fucked up shit is-- and it's pretty fucked up-- because the people in charge would rather make money off of them being medicated then spend money on getting them into a better situation...

I'm talking about children...

When I'm twenty five, I'm sure I'll be free of dependancies and 'depression'... I was put into foster care, and when you're put into foster care, they HAVE to pay attention to the way you think... and the way I think is too negative for them to leave unmedicated... so they diagnosed me.

Yeah. I'm sure tons of people say that they have such things to be a part of something. I'm sure that's what this thread's about, really. But there are those who make money off of this, they're to blame too, they'll diagnose anyone who even halfway thinks they need help...

[Deposable]

Your just a very lucky guy, urgeok.

[mandolin_ava]

Originally posted by Deposable
Your just a very lucky guy, urgeok.

Nah, I think he makes up a majority.

There are just those who got mixed up with people who will take your money to help you feel normal.

I can honestly say I'm the only person I know who suffers from depression (I know a couple of people online, but that's it) I've never met ANYONE who's had that harsh of a life, but most of my family's made up of addicts (Mostly to alcohol), I doubt urgeok doesn't know anyone who depends on something, and not depending on something himself is incredibly remarkable (internet counts too, urgeok, I think), But, overall, I think he has a point.

Maybe the mentally fucked up people meet online.

[Deposable]

Do you just like admitting your problems are something?

[mandolin_ava]

Y'know what?

I have NO IDEA.

I do know, that, sans internet, I admit problems to NOBODY...

...and that's admitting another problem, isn't it...

...hahaha.

[Deposable]

Where on the doll did the bad man touch you?

[mandolin_ava]

Hahaha.

Actually, NOTHING really bad has EVER happened to me. My life is pretty tame. I just complain a lot.

I think I must like attention. I hate that about myself. I'm fucking eighteen years old, and I'm a whore for attention. I'll figure shit out...

...eventually.

Pretty soon the people on this board are going to rise up against me. I am prepared. I am an army of one, and you can see my strength.

[Deposable]

Originally posted by mandolin_ava
I think I must like attention. I hate that about myself. I'm fucking eighteen years old, and I'm a whore for attention. I'll figure shit out...

Don't worry about it. You'll fit in here just fine. :D

[jenna26]

I have had my share of dark times in my life, but at the moment I am pretty balanced. I have never experienced any deep depression and I have never been medicated. I am not an alcoholic, though I do drink occasionally and I have to be really careful with that. I used to be involved in some not so healthy things but I grew out of it. So really, I am surprisingly normal....at least in this stage of my life. :D

[virus five]

Sounds pretty normal to me.

I've done my share of drinking and drugging in the past, but I'm relatively tame now.

[barbra]

(5 years ago) I use to do acid a lot
(present) Ive done it 3 times in the past 5 years now

I used pills a lot
I take a xanax every now and then, never pay for it

I was a major pothead back in the day
Im a pot expert now ;)

I was never a big drinker
I really love cocktails

five years ago I was really angsty (is that a word?)
Ive lived a little, travled a lot, met tons of people and try to learn as much as I can. Ive never had any problems. Now Im going to live some more, travle a little less and met tons more people ;)

[bloodrayne]

I take no drugs (prescription or otherwise)...I will take Advil from time to time for migraines, but I can't even do THAT right now...

Don't have any mental problems (that I'm aware of...heh)...But, my kids might say that's debatable ;)

I don't drink (except for that 4-month period a little while back...Drinking Jack Daniels at the clubs, just to do something a little different...It's 'out of my system' now)...

Everyone gets depressed from time to time...Human's have emotions, so it happens...Just eat some ice-cream, hang out with some friends, it passes...I can't really remember the LAST time I was depressed though...

I smoke...Can't seem to stop...I hate it...

My addictions are nicotine, caffeine, sex and this forum ;)

[slasherman]

Originally posted by bloodrayne

My addictions are nicotine, caffeine, sex and this forum ;)
pretty much mine too...++++++ coke, beer(to often?),pizza movies...I smoke far less hasjish than a couple of years ago..:)
...strange I'm not fat :rolleyes:

[ChEEbA]

I am 24, and as most of you know soon to be studying to be a chef. Not doing a great deal 'til then, just chillin' while I can....and REALLY looking foward to starting my course.
I'd consider my life pretty "normal", at this point at least.

I drink caffeine, but I'm actively trying to cut down...I, like many others have a coca-cola addiction, I also drink GOOD coffee, and tea...at this point, every second hot beverage I have is green tea, for health reasons, and to lower the overall caffeine intake.

I have "felt" depressed before, sometimes to the point of a few days, mainly when I have a bad day, and start really looking at how fucked up humanity at large is...but usually it's something I get over on my own, and it never effects me much more than feeling lethargic, and not talking a whole lot...I've not medicated because of this.
In fact, I stay away from the majority of medications, and would not take antibiotics unless I'd be dying otherwise. My immune system is pretty kick-ass.

I don't particularly like alcohol, and drink maybe 4-5 times a year, aside from the occasional red wine with food, as I've heard from reliable sources that the antioxidant concentration in red wine can reduce risk of heart conditions developing post 40.
Other than that, it's the "occasions" really...birthdays and the like, and the rare "lets get drunk" night, which I usually regret.
IMO, alcohol is fucking evil, and has lead to the degeneration of many a once good person.

I smoke weed. Not really frequently at this point, I'm trying to get in the right frame of mind to take this study thing seriously. I don't really consider it an addiction, as I've always moderated to the point that I can easily get through my time without it. My liver isn't in the best condition, another reason I've cut down significantly.

I've not been mugged.
It's been attempted, but this was a pretty stupid idea on their part. They got hurt, their friend that tried to help them, got hurt. I guess you'd have to see me to know, but I'm not the size a SMART person would really wanna fuck with.
I have been involved in fights in a "troublesome" stage I went through...the result of one was my dissmissal from high school, and the start of a very bad path, that luckily enough, I have since corrected.
I don't particularly fear crime or assault...however hate the thought that there's many scumbag motherfuckers out there that live to prey on the innocent. Where I live (Sydney,Australia), these things are not a big problem...at least not to the extent that I've heard about in other countries, I fear for many a friend.
I must say, that when I hear about some other places, I am very happy that where I live is so serene by comparison.

- B.

[meetthecreeper]

Where to begin????

Father died when I was 4 or 5 I dont remember. My life was a shit storm with family for a long time. Mom threw me out at 17, sold everything I owned, bought a motorcycle and traveled around like a gypsy for the better part of a decade.

There probably isnt one place in this country or parts of Mexico that I havent seen or left some woman crying to her mother because she turned and I was gone.

I did my fair share of substance abuse, too much to mention.

I no longer do anything, not even caffeine.

I am clear in mind body and especially spirit, thanks to the Gods.

I think that I can honestly say that I did some things that people only dream about, I lived an outlaws life for a long time. I did some things that I shouldnt have, some things that I should.

I SHOULD be in prison. Thanks to you know who for covering my ass.

I had bloodshot eyes at 25 or was it 26???

Anyways that is all behind me, been good for over 7 years now, thanks to the Gods, my lady, and my children.

I miss it at times, I cant say how many times I have wanted to just get into a squash game with somebody that really deserves it but maturity always wins out.

I may or may not be an interesting person to know in real life, you would have to decide that for yourself.

I have few friends, but the ones I have, I would help them bury bodies if necessary.

I feel like I have alot to put out on paper and am exploring film for another creative outlet.

All in all I wouldnt change a thing.

[X¤MurderDoll¤X]

*edit*

[alkytrio666]

Originally posted by urgeok
the irony here is that its my degree of love for movies, film, literature that set me apart from 99% of my peers ...

i'm not odd so i become drawn to these things, I'm odd because i'm drawn to them.

(odd to the people i work with)


most people my age care nothing for anything other than their 5 hours a night worth of shit on TV...

but i do have my real friends .. who are musicians, writers, artists ...

the thing about these people is that they understand passion for things.
they are driven to create ..

I dont have the talent but i have a passion for their artistic output ...

but i dont have a tortured soul ...

Urge, I feel very much the same about this. I feel like who I am has kind of kept me away from shit I shouldn't be doing. I don't drink or smoke at all, but it's not 'cause I'm afraid of getting caught or anything, I really feel like it's better not to. But I feel like horror is my escape. Horror is me, horror is all of you. This is our addiction, and if I'm a horror addict for the rest of my life, I'm goddamn fine with it.

[ShankS]

Originally posted by urgeok
This thread isnt intended to belittle people - pass judgement - make fun of them..

but the question begs to be asked ...

over and over again i've seen people mention depression, alcoholism, medication .. etc etc etc ..


I'm starting to feel like a freak here.

I have no depression, i have no dependancies..
I dont even drink tea or coffee

i barely have more than a beer every other month ...

I dont smoke .. dont do any chemicals (never had)

I've never been mugged, i dont know anyone who has ..

i've read more stuff in these threads that to me are more horrifying than any of the movies we came here to discuss ..



so


am i a complete misfit in a Horror forum ??!!!


(i'm not being stupid .. i'm really wondering about this)


I don't get depressed as such ... It's more like boredom with me, if there's nothing to keep my brain active, or if things get too mundane.

Dont drink that often now, have wine occasionaly with dinner, and a couple of beers if I go to the pub, but thats it.

[Haunted]

I used to do a lot of drugs.

I'm also mentally ill, and not afraid to say it. For those of you who think that psychotropic medication is for the birds, you obviously are not mentally ill, and perhaps have never known anyone that truly was/is.

Psychotropic meds are just like meds for other chronic diseases. Psychiatric illness is like other types of chronic illnesses, in other words, they have to be controlled. If they aren't controlled, bad things begin to happen.

Never judge a girl 'til you've walked a mile in her stilletos.

[ShankS]

Originally posted by Haunted
I used to do a lot of drugs.

I'm also mentally ill, and not afraid to say it. For those of you who think that psychotropic medication is for the birds, you obviously are not mentally ill, and perhaps have never known anyone that truly was/is.

Psychotropic meds are just like meds for other chronic diseases. Psychiatric illness is like other types of chronic illnesses, in other words, they have to be controlled. If they aren't controlled, bad things begin to happen.

Never judge a girl 'til you've walked a mile in her stilletos.

so what bad things happen when you stop the meds... is it crazy?




geeezz I'm begining to understand urge's theory here, lots of head cases on this forum.

[meetthecreeper]

Originally posted by ShankS
so what bad things happen when you stop the meds... is it crazy?




geeezz I'm begining to understand urge's theory here, lots of head cases on this forum.

Mental Illness is more common than you think, but because it remains a taboo subject, many folks go untreated.

When I was younger I went thru some therapy, not sure it helped or not, I did most of what I am today on my own.

I have also been to Alcoholics Anynoumous (spelling??) after that I didnt drink much anymore, not because of AAs 12 step program but because one meeting was enough for me to pretty much quit cold turkey. Those people are very sick.

I have my addictions now, but not chemical.

[Haunted]

Originally posted by ShankS
so what bad things happen when you stop the meds... is it crazy?




geeezz I'm begining to understand urge's theory here, lots of head cases on this forum.

Well, for me, I start hearing voices. I shit you negative.

[Tat2]

1. In the past, I have been on several types of prescribed "Chill-Pills." (dealing with ex-wives tend to do that).

2. I'm not an Alcoholic, but I am willing to learn. I party every now and then. I've done it daily, only on weekends and now, just every now and then - hit and miss.

3. I used to pop any pill I could find... mostly speeders and pain pills, (not a good idea to both together...trust me). now I just take my prescribed meds (for the most part).

4. I live on caffine and nicotine...Diet Coke, Coffee, Cappiccino and two packs of cigarettes daily.

5. I have never been mugged nor have I mugged. I have been in more fights than can be counted on a calculator though. I have been; cut, stabbed, hit with bottles, chairs, one bar bell, thrown down a flight of stairs twice, thrown over a high wall and set on fire (No scarring). And just so you know...I have never lived in a bad neighborhood or anything like that...I just spent alot of time in redneck and biker bars (as a patron and as a bouncer) plus I worked in a Prison. I am a nice guy though.

:D See, I can even smile.

[friday13thfan]

im the same way. Everything you said i am

me cave man me want eat

[AUSTIN316426808]

Originally posted by urgeok
This thread isnt intended to belittle people - pass judgement - make fun of them..

but the question begs to be asked ...

over and over again i've seen people mention depression, alcoholism, medication .. etc etc etc ..


I'm starting to feel like a freak here.

I have no depression, i have no dependancies..
I dont even drink tea or coffee

i barely have more than a beer every other month ...

I dont smoke .. dont do any chemicals (never had)

I've never been mugged, i dont know anyone who has ..

i've read more stuff in these threads that to me are more horrifying than any of the movies we came here to discuss ..



so


am i a complete misfit in a Horror forum ??!!!


(i'm not being stupid .. i'm really wondering about this)


You're not a misfit here because you don't have a fucked up life or nothing exceedingly bad as ever happened to you, it's completely normal for different types of people to like the same thing. I'm not you're average Clint Eastwood fan nor would you walk into a theatre and see to many people like me watching Chicago, you don't have to have a specific reason to like something it's just in your personality.

I have serious depression problems because of countless reasons but that's not why I was drawn to horror.

[The_Return]

Smoking absolutly disgusts me. Never tried it, never will. Ive had less alcohol than alot of people my age, only a small glass of wine at Christmas and stuff. Never done drugs, never will. I get somewhat depressed often, but nothing major. I just sit down with a can of coke and a good horror movie [Preferably something with Vincent Price] to calm down. Oh ya, that brings us to my two semi-addictions. Coke and horror movies. I drink coke like a madman....and obviously I watch horror as often as possible:p