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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An Introduction and My Struggle With Depression

MissKasie
MissKasie

Hello. My name is Kasie and I'm twenty-two years old. I have been dealing with depression since I was a teenager. I was self-harming, locking myself in my room, and keeping to myself. When I was a freshman in high school, I had full intent on killing myself by slitting my wrists, but a friend of mine expressed her concern for me to a teacher and so it stopped me. At twenty years old I was diagnosed with clinical depression. Lately, I have had a really bad bout with it and I started having suicidal thoughts again. I talked myself down and told myself that it wasn't the answer. This morning was the first time I have showered in days and the first time my hair hasn't been greasy, matted, and gross in days. I am seeing a doctor tomorrow that will hopefully be able to help me. 

scman123
scman123
Welcome to the group. Hopefully your appt goes well tomorrow.
I wish you the best, battling depression is difficult to handle alone. I hope you have people you can talk with, if not feel free to reach out here for support.
RJW
RJW
Thank you for sharing. Thank you for the courage to fight on and know when you need help. It is very inspiring. I pray that your Doctor helps you to the best of their ability and they give you the help that you need. Living with depression is difficult, but those rays of light that shine through that dark cloud make it easier. Here is to you finding more rays of light. Thank you. I am a Christian, so you are in my prayers.
sharaninmd
sharaninmd
Welcome to our group. I am glad to hear that you are seeing a doctor soon. I am sure they will do their best to help you. If the doctor recommends therapy, I think it could be beneficial for you. I have struggled with depression and anxiety since I was a child. Feel free to message me if you want to talk.
Community LeaderWanderingVet
WanderingVet
Sorry to hear about these problems. DELIGHTED to hear you are seeing a Dr. soon.

This is your chance ... be SURE to tell him/her everything you have posted here ... and anything else he/she needs to know. This is your BEST source of care and treatment. Don't cut it short.

Welcome to DS and this group. We 'get it'.
OLDBIKER
OLDBIKER
I agree with WV. Honesty is the first step with your Dr. Welcome to this group. I have been here on DS a long time and if I can be of help, give me a shout.
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