I get so depress from studying for the DAT...

[1stFemaleAlive]

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I don't know what to study and what not to. I get so so depress and even thinking about killing myself. I feel like I have so much materials to be going over so little times.

Anyone feeling the same? 🙁

 

[Orgodox]

When do you plan on taking your test? Just a suggestion- maybe try and focus on reviewing one science at a time instead of being distracted jumping from one to the next and not getting as much done. Once you finish you can review parts daily as a whole again.
Also are you taking a light semester?

 

[Tommymkea]

Personally I don't. But you shouldn't give up at any time. Try to make a good study plan and you'll end up doing well. Good luck

 

[1stFemaleAlive]

Yes, I'm only taking 3 classes, 2 labs...and working 20 hours a week. The thing is I really don't know what to study and what not to... 🙁........

 

[Orgodox]

You should get the stuff that specific for the DAT. The kaplan blue book is a good start but its very basic. Once you have a start the Destroyer is solid. You can use Topscore and Achiever to practice but people on SDN say they are not as hard or as close to the real thing as destroyer.
You dont need to know everything in as great detail as you learned it in school so with the right study materials you will stick to whats important for the DAT

 

[cavityqueen]

don't worry me 2...and this is my second time around...and just take it day by day....take a subject per a week ( bio. o. chem.) and set up some timelines...don't worry at least you are doing something...ha i use to get so depressed that i just didn't even open up my book...and that wasn't really productive....don't worry just practice a lot....its all about doing over and over until u know everything...and you will....i got u

 

[rose786]

I don't know what to study and what not to. I get so so depress and even thinking about killing myself. I feel like I have so much materials to be going over so little times.

Anyone feeling the same? 🙁

Please seek some help. Thoughts like these are dangerous. It's only a test after all, not the end of the world.

 

[Orgodox]

Lol rose I agree it is just a test but youre already done right?

 

[rose786]

Lol rose I agree it is just a test but youre already done right?

I've worked with enough mental health patients to know that when someone makes a comment like that, even as a joke, it shouldn't be taken lightly. It's one of the biggest warning signs, and I don't find it funny in the least bit.

 

[tinman831]

1stFemaleAlive, I know that the application process can be a pretty stressful moment in your life, as we've all experienced before. However, we've gotten reports from other concerned members here about your contemplation of self harm. SDN really isn't the place to consult for medical advice or psychological issues and I urge you to seek professional help if you feel you are unable to bear it all.

At this point in time, I'm going to go ahead and close this thread and ask that if you ever need help, feel free to PM me. Also, if you have any serious concerns about your dental career, feel free to post in the Confidential Consult forum where you can get personalized advice catered to your given situation. 🙂