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.
I am so sick of people saying "you need to get help." Like, how am I supposed to get help when I don't know how to? I mean, I know how to literally, I guess I don't know how to talk about it. I have tried to talk to the people around me (usually my husband) and every time I do I get shot down or am given this long half hour speech on how I should feel, why I should feel differently or what I shouldn't do. It irritates me beyond belief and just makes me more depressed. I don't have any friends outside work, so I sometimes talk to my co-workers and they tell me to get out of the situation I'm in. I don't want to do that for the simple fact of our kids. I need to hear someone say that they're behind me the whole way and I never get it.
A little history is that when I was 12, I was diagnosed with chronic depression and I guess it's never gotten better.
I'm so sorry that you are feeling this way. Don't go through this alone, we are here for you.
Talking to a therapist and with right medication will help you to feel better. A support group is also a good source of encouragement, it will help you not to feel isolated and alone. Connect with you community or local church for available groups that you can meet in person regularly.
I pray that you will experience peace as you go through this journey and you will overcome. Keep us posted. God bless.