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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MonaP
MonaP
Hey everyone. I haven't been here in a long time. My condition has been up and down. I am diagnose with schizoaffective and I also suffer from depression. I am trying to deal with stress since it makes it worse. I gain so much weight from taking risperdone. I want to get a full time job well year round job. I will be content. My family and my close friends have been supportive. Right now I am dealing with concentration issue. How are everyone dealing with depression.
reddog201
reddog201
welcome back.....i hope you find support and make some friends here.
gramybear
gramybear
It' so good to hear from you!. You have been missed!! We are here for you, as always sweety. Hugs GB
peterthegreat
peterthegreat
I am always bored depress. I have to get massages, drink strong coffee tea and going to clubs.
Heidiclark
Heidiclark
Welcone back Mona. Like agramybear said, we are here for you. I am also diagnosed with schizaffective disorder and depression, so I understand what you are dealing with. The meds for the psychosis work well enough but I hve yet to find an antidepressant that works for me. I have a kot of support from family and friends which help a lot. And every day Ijust do what I can and try not to be too hard on myself.
heretic
heretic
I have been depresses all my life, I don't know any other
way to be. I am used to it by now.
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