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.
Hi everybody,
I'm glad to be here. I have been struggling with depression since I was a teenager. This past year has been EXTREMELY difficult for me. I discovered my husband was having an affair. I have been in counseling (between therapists right now), attended CODA meetings and started seeing a psychiatrist for the first time. I felt like I was doing much better when I was on medication. Then I found out I was pregnant and stopped taking everything. 4 days later I found out I lost the pregnancy. So on top of withdrawal from the meds I also had to deal with the loss of something I have always wanted and the hormones that came along with it. I have not gone back on the medication bc we are trying to conceive again. I just started St. John's Wart yesterday. I've heard great things about it, hoping it works. I really want to go a more natural route of treatment regardless of pregnancy status. On top of all of this it is really making the healing process from the affair very difficult. Just need a place to vent. I am really struggling with motivation and energy. When my husband and I fight I just want to curl up into a ball and sleep. I'm trying to fight that, it is just very difficult at times.
I'm glad to be here. I have been struggling with depression since I was a teenager. This past year has been EXTREMELY difficult for me. I discovered my husband was having an affair. I have been in counseling (between therapists right now), attended CODA meetings and started seeing a psychiatrist for the first time. I felt like I was doing much better when I was on medication. Then I found out I was pregnant and stopped taking everything. 4 days later I found out I lost the pregnancy. So on top of withdrawal from the meds I also had to deal with the loss of something I have always wanted and the hormones that came along with it. I have not gone back on the medication bc we are trying to conceive again. I just started St. John's Wart yesterday. I've heard great things about it, hoping it works. I really want to go a more natural route of treatment regardless of pregnancy status. On top of all of this it is really making the healing process from the affair very difficult. Just need a place to vent. I am really struggling with motivation and energy. When my husband and I fight I just want to curl up into a ball and sleep. I'm trying to fight that, it is just very difficult at times.
Please let your doctor know you are taking St. John's Wort for correct dosing. It is natural, effective, yet it is considered a medication and I have no idea how it could affect a fetus. Best to be cautious.
Is your husband in counseling since the affair? I hope he is doing something worthy of regaining your trust. You have been doing your part. Now he has to do his. hugs and best wishes to you
My heart goes out to you.
I'd suggest learning as much as you can about Depression and how it affects us mentally and physically. I am currently not on any meds, and the information I've garnered has really helped me cope with the evil lies that Depression tries to feed me and the rest of it all.
Best of luck!