<p>Sophomore year I went through a severe bout of depression that lasted for about a straight period of 10 months. I lost almost all my friends, three family members passed away, & I began to fall behind in school over that time period.</p>
<p>I began missing school more regularly (total of 6 absences opposed to the 1 absence I had freshman year) & when I did go, I slept. When I got home, I would sleep, wake up, eat, and then go back to sleep & have trouble waking up in the morning. I gained about 25 pounds, but I was underweight before so now I am at an average weight, but the fact that I couldn't fit into any of my clothes only made it worse. I was also missing classes because i was in the guidance office at least once a week.</p>
<p>Turning point was probably when my dad lost his temper after I refused to go to school again & hit me, which left a bruise which was noticed and child services were called. After that my parents both ignored me for about two months. The state also mandated that I go to a psychiatrist, but I only went 3 times & was never put on medication.</p>
<p>Things haven't gotten that much better but I have become more accustomed to my life. My grades are improving slightly, but I'm still constantly sleeping & have already missed a week of school in total. How do I motivate myself to wake up in the morning and go to school?</p>