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 update...could be better.

kjw9311
kjw9311

Well, it's been awhile since I've posted. Since last time, I have gotten embarrassed at work/basically been rejected from the clique that I work with. So although I push myself to be friendly and force myself to have conversations with them, they still ignore me altogether. Whenever I talk about my school or education, my parents don't understand and ignore me too. I went to my counselor before my last post and she had suggested medication. Well, I went to my family doctor and she prescribed me something. I haven't been able to get out of bed in the morning, and my appetite is out of control. Apparantly these pills will help, I start tonight. I've just been so negative and the worst part is that I'm not even noticing it anymore, everyone else is. Maybe things will be better soon.

Cajunboy2
Cajunboy2
The first BIG step... You've already made. You won't regret the anti-depressants once tgey kick in. But tgey may have to adjust the dose age once or twice. It will take abt a month b4 it balences you off so don't get impatient. I've been on them for abt. 15 years and haven't adjusted them yet. Are you a male or female? Hormones (females) and testosterone (males) play an important role in depression.
Exercise is extremely important to reduce depression. Once you begin, do not stop or you will revert back to depression.
I was an awkward soul myself but much of this was from the depression.. You should see a huge differ but it will be gradual. At tge very least try to walk daily when possible. Best wishes.
calmsea
calmsea
glad to hear you're on the path to getting better. things will improve!
kjw9311
kjw9311
I'm female...and my doctor suspected a hormone imbalance which is how the conversation started. i took the first pill last night and was up most of the night, anxious, then i woke up the same as usual but now i'm nauseous.
sharaninmd
sharaninmd
Sorry for what you are going through. If you have depression, you need to go to a psychiatrist instead of a family doctor. A psychiatrist is trained in knowing what type and dosage of medications. I suggest that you see a psychiatrist who can best treat you. If the doctor feels you need to talk to a therapist, they will refer you to one. It seems that the medication you were prescribed is giving you side effects and may not be what you really need. I wish you well.