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.
jaclyn1973
In the last 5 years: My mom. My dad after 3 years of dementia. My marriage to the man who was my best friend and meant more to me than life itself. Three cats. My job. My dad's sister..the last of his immediate family is dying.
I moved out of my house and let him keep the dogs because he had a fenced yard and it was better for them. Friends.
I recently moved to another town and started a new job. I did this because I just couldnt bear to be in the same small town with him and #4 any longer. So, I left my whole support group here and moved to where I dont know anyone.
The loss of my marriage and my job have cause my self confidence to plunge. So many areas where I now feel inadequate.
He had to put one of the dogs in the hospital last night. Today he emailed me that our dog had died in his sleep. It was not unexpected. But, another loss.
Yes, I know these are normal things that happen in life. My therapist says I seem to have an extremely difficult time dealing with loss. And I do. But the world keeps turning anyway.
I moved out of my house and let him keep the dogs because he had a fenced yard and it was better for them. Friends.
I recently moved to another town and started a new job. I did this because I just couldnt bear to be in the same small town with him and #4 any longer. So, I left my whole support group here and moved to where I dont know anyone.
The loss of my marriage and my job have cause my self confidence to plunge. So many areas where I now feel inadequate.
He had to put one of the dogs in the hospital last night. Today he emailed me that our dog had died in his sleep. It was not unexpected. But, another loss.
Yes, I know these are normal things that happen in life. My therapist says I seem to have an extremely difficult time dealing with loss. And I do. But the world keeps turning anyway.
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