Depression Support Group

Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

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bluemoon23
bluemoon23
This is my first depression support group. My boyfriend actually recommended me doing this because he couldn't take it anymore. I've been dealing with depression and other disorders since I was 13. I've been able to keep my "ups" steady but once again i've hit a plateau and don't know where to turn. I want to turn back to all my old self remedies like drinking, cutting, or taking one too many Xanax or Klonopins. I don't know what to expect to get from this group but i'm at another last resort stage.
deleted_user
deleted_user
hey. welcome aboard. this is good place to be if you're looking for people who are willing to listen and offer support...
bluemoon23
bluemoon23
thank you for welcoming me. nice to know that there are people who actually read these messages and take the time to respond.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I too am new to this group and I have only been diagnosed recently with severe depression. I am hoping I can be convinced that talking things out is going to be helpful.
deleted_user
deleted_user
i know how you feel exactly i used to cut too
Community LeaderWanderingVet
WanderingVet
Just want to welcome you to DS. I am glad you have found and joined us. You will make friends and receive support here. It is fine you have posted in this Category .. just want to say for some sad reason, it does not get the attention it needs. You will see/get more 'action' in the General Depression Category.

Here are a couple of helpful things for DS newcomers:

http://www.dailystrength.org/c/Members-Community/support-group (questions/comments about DS itself)

http://www.dailystrength.org/groups/new-to-ds (find out about BUMP and other things here)

If I can be of any assistance, PM (private message) me or any other CL (community leader). You will find a list of CLs at the second link, ... above.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hello Bluemoon and all. I have been away from the boards for a year now...just got back today!!
Bluemoon...hang in there...it will get better. I returned to old habits to...for a year and gained over 40 lbs. I use food as my coping tool for my depression which then leads to more depression and shame!!
I take klonopin for sleep but began to take it during the day to ease the pain and to refrain from eating the pain away.
These boards can be very comforting esp when our loved ones grow weary of listening to us.
I have a wonderful licensed counselor that I have been seeing for ten years. That may seem like a long time for some, but I see it as an investment in my mental health. I vent to her instead of my friends. Of course, she can be more objective and has education and training to help me deal with the anxiety and depression.
I related to your post I suppose because I am a newbie again myself.
Check in often and I will be thing of you. It helps to know that I am not alone and neither are you!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
welcome. you will get more response if you post in the general discussion area.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Welcome to the beginning place. From here, you take the spiral road up and out. But only if you choose to. Here, you can talk to people who have the inside view of this stuff. Professionals can talk about it, but unless they are depressives, they cannot talk OF it. Got over 45 years of survival, and now have learned to thrive. So can you. By showing up here, you proved you are willing to try. How willing is the question, but a little willingness can lead to wonderful things. Keep coming back, reach out, and never isolate. How good would you like it to be? Because that is the only limit that really applies. Huggz!