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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hello everyone just wanted to introduce myself i am 36yr old mom of 2 kids married for almost 20yrs. Ive been dealing with alot in 2005 i had back surgery now i still have major back pain and in december of 2006 my grandfather passed away and thats where all the depression kicked in. After that in february my husbands gradmother passed away i have been with him since i was 14yrs old all of that happened in illinois then in the same week his mother in springfield missouri had a stroke so then anxiety kicked in and i was a crying mess so since then im on effexor xr xanex clonazepam trazodone for all of the depression im trying to get it under control but i just cant everytime i think all i can think about is the ones we lost. i am getting to where i dont want to go anywhere because i think people are judging me i was never that way before until now. Sorrry didnt mean to make it so long just need someone to talk to lol thanks suzie
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major grief....wow, that is a lot, and part of it is normal, sadness at the loss of ones we love

time does help, and knowing you are not alone,

and having a place like here to come to when you need support, or want to give it

WELCOME
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welcome.. I am sooo very sorry for all you have been through

*hugs*
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Welcome to DS! I hope you find some relief and good friends here. :)
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welcome to ds

you will find alot of friends and support here.

dont be shy!!
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Welcome to ds suzie! You are mourning many people at one time. Grief is one of the most difficult emotions to work through. It can bring on anxiety,depression,ect. You have a rough road to travel. The good thing is that there are many passengers here to take with you. I have lost loved ones as well in my life. You will not always feel like this. One day you will wake up and realize that you did not cry the day before and then sure enough you will beable to think of them with a loving smile on your face. When we are left behind all we can do is think of the one we lost along the way and be thankful that we were the blessed ones whos lives they were in. I do believe in staying in counselling and being honest with my docs. Take care and I promise you will get through this.
kiwicsi
kiwicsi
Welcome, suzie! I just joined a couple of days ago and already have made new friends. Hope you enjoy this site as much as I have. Be encouraged. xxx
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