Hello there Ash, and welcome to the BB Forums.
You havent said very much about yourself, but thats okay. But please be reassured that this site is very safe and secure, and heavily moderated. So you can speak freely without any concerns. You will also find that there are many people here on the Forums who will be only to willing and able to offer support and guidance to you if they know a little more about you.
What you have said is that you feel like an empty shell and barely smile any more. Is this something that has only come about recently? And if so, do you know what may have brought on these feelings? Have you spoken to your parents or your GP about how you feel? If you havent already, I would strongly urge you to do so.
But if you do not feel comfortable doing that, then start out by reading some of the resources that the Beyond Blue Website has to offer. With so little information from you, it is hard to say, but it does sound like you may be suffering from depression. So read about Depression from the site here. That will help you to understand what you may be going through and feeling right now. It also offers advice about what to do about it.
You dont need to continue to feel sad and alone like this Ash. IF you are suffering from depression, it can be treated. You have made a very courageous start by coming onto this site to seek support. First step - see your GP, and he or she will advise you what to do from there. As an alternative, you can also speak to the BB Helpline, by following the links shown in Red on the website below. It can be via phone or on-line chat, whatever you feel most confortable with.
You arent alone here Ash. There are many people here who feel the way you do. Have a browse through the Young People's area of the Forums, you will probably find some of the Threads there will be of benefit to you.
Thinking of you Ash, and willing you to feel better and start smiling again real soon.
With a big smile to you Ash,
Sherie xx
