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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mjones0608
mjones0608
I always feel so exhausted. I have been so depressed for so long that I have run out of energy and tears. When I try to smile I just yawn. Even in church I just yawn. I am so tired all of the time. I don't even have the energy to exercise. I even get a lot of sleep each night and it still doesn't help.
sadiegirl13
sadiegirl13
I'm sorry that you're feeling that way, I've been there before.

I took a look at your profile and see you have tried a bunch of meds that haven't worked. Are you still working with your doc to find meds that work for you?

It also looks like you're in therapy - what does your therapist have to say?

I hope this passes soon for you.
mjones0608
mjones0608
Yes i'm still working with my psych. I thought I had finally found meds that worked, but then I hit another psychosis. Yes I am in therapy. It helps a little bit. One thing her and I worked on is forgiving an old friend I use to have for hurting me.
china70
china70
Yay depression can wear you out. Makes your body feel tired.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I'm not sure if this will help but I used to have the same (or close to the same) problem and a friend recommended I use a 90min sleep cycle chart. basically your bodies sleep cycle is 90min long and its best to wake up at the end/beginning of the cycle. So if I have to be up at 6am I'll count backwards in 90min increments to decide when I need to go to bed. 6am/4:30am/3am/1:30am/12am/10:30pm
Crispymomma
Crispymomma
That is interesting about the sleep cycles to estimate bedtime.
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