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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torijayne5 01/13/2015

Hi everyone.

I'm struggling with anxiety, depression and PTSD from childhood sexual abuse. I've been especially down the last couple of days. I decided to own up and join this group and a couple others that I think will be helpful.

I have some more info on my profile and in my journal. If you'd be willing to talk, I'd be up for the company.

Thanks :)

angeleyes92 01/13/2015

welcome to the group. I came here years ago when I was in counseling for a variety of things including date rape, emotional abuse and being sexualized by my grandfather. that at least gives me the PTSD. The bipolar gives me the depression, which isn't as bad anymore. The anxiety is part of my life but I have learned coping mechanisms....just saw on TV that touch is a great stress reliever...and I use it as a coping mechanism.

Hope you find the support you are looking for. There are a lot of nice people here

ThePepperMan 01/13/2015

I am sorry for all you have gone through, and proud that you are starting to be proactive about it all. That is good!

DS is a great place for peer support, but please do not use this to the exclusion of professional help. As a result of my time here on DS I have been able to talk to some trained professionals as well as some trained lay-people. They all agree on one thing about sexual abuse, professional help is very necessary. Us untrained people, even trained lay people, do not have the education to recognize the little clues that can be so very important to working out a recovery plan.

Gentle hugs

survivor69 01/13/2015

I SUFFER FROM ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION 2!
U R IN THE RIGHT PLACE HERE!
GBU
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bluemood33 01/13/2015

Hi my name is Michelle and I am new too. Welcome to DS :)

iamstuckanddown 01/13/2015

I have Major Depression and GAD from childhood emotional and physical abuse. It plays havoc with me and in my marriage...but I get a lot of support here...please let us know if we can help you.

Stuck

(((Gentle Hugs))))

iamstuckanddown 01/13/2015

BTW...I have been here a while and this is a great place to come to whether one is in a good frame of mind or not....come here even when you feel well.

DCUK 01/14/2015

WELCOME,
HUGGLES N CUDDLES N GOD BLESS

WallyBear 01/14/2015

Hi Honey :) And Welcome

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