My Theory on Minecraft and Depression

Okay so you guys might think these two don't go together at all. But I've met many people on minecraft who went or are going through depression, self harm, social anxiety, anxiety, eating disorders, abuse, etc etc. Me included. I'm thinking it's because it's a chance to get away from all of it. A chance to be with people who are in your range of age. And just be yourself finally. Or be the person you want to be. Because that's how it was for me. What about you guys?

 

I had friend, he quit being my friend because I went through depressions. Then he called me a "Fake friend" (I really don't understand that)
He's from this server

 

I feel like it is true that those who are depressed, such as yours truly, are playing Minecraft in order to escape reality, however, most of the community are kids, non depressed people, etc. Some of us try to not show our depression, such as I, but sometimes it is natural for us. Anyways, I mainly agree.

*EDIT*
However, for some people, me for example, have our minds completely clouded with negativity. I cannot see anything positive rather than negative. Minecraft, may sometimes help over loud the thoughts of negativity, making us feel better, therefore having us play it for that sole reason, being able to talk to people we trust, etc.

 

Yes I can relate, Minecraft is a game that can make you focus in the good things in life. Not just the bad things:)

 

Oh, I never thought of this. You're right.

 

Yes.. It's true.
I've met many people with disorders, Diseases and other things I can't even believe.
People played Minecraft just to remove the hardest part of reality, And just continue playing Minecraft because has another purpose.

A place of friends. People has different points of view on this game, and this purpose is one of them.
Minecraft is filled in Positivity.. but also negativity because of reality is trying to get in the game.
Nothing much, nothing less. Minecraft is a place for people to make friends and being positive.

 

I agree so much with this its unreal, the online world like Minecraft is a place that they an control in away, where they can escape from the things that hurt them, which I think most people can admit to, with the community being so supportive I'm not surprised that people come here looking for happiness, It's just there as a way of venting themselves to make themselves feel better about themselves.

 

Minecraft is like a drug. In a way. An addiction. But, it can help. Communicating with others which aren't so bitchy etc.
I agree. Although I don't suffer, I've met and helped a lot of people with depression etc.

 

Minecraft for me is sort of my second life. I feel like a completely different person when I'm on here, probably because I feel like it is a sort of wall from reality. I do understand that my chances of turning it into a job are really low, but I still enjoy playing a lot, because for me, it provides a shield from reality. I mean, yeah, I have been depressed in the past, but you guys and this community has played a huge part in pulling me out. I have never really told the Jerry and Harry minecraft community about my history, I don't intend to, because I don't really want to infiltrate you guys with my depression. But don't worry, I'm good now. Honestly, I don't think I would be as happy as I am now without you guys. You're all just so amazing and funny and relatable, supportive, and just plain awesome. I am really glad I found this community, you guys really make me feel like I can be myself and say anything! This sort of turned into a rant about the community, so I will go back to what I was talking about a good 2 minutes ago. Minecraft has really given me so many opportunities and has met me many friends. The thing about minecraft, is that I can say a lot of things I wouldn't be able to say in real life, due to my anxiety and extreme shyness to people who are not my best friends. (I only have six). You guys probably didn't know that I'm really shy, because on minecraft, I sort of have the same vibe as stalkers. I'm behind a screen, nobody will know what that person looks like, or does for hobbies, etc. Don't worry, I'm not a stalker. But back to the shyness, I sort of say whatever is on my mind becuase I know that nobody but my brother will talk to me about it in real life, it's just easier to express in typing. Yeah sorry for the rant, but that is what I believe. Hope that wasn't too deep.
-Rose.

 

I actually just come on because I'm bored C:

 

@HDestroyer787
I agree with that, a lot.