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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Alliegator 04/20/2008

Ugh. I have absolutely no motivation to do anything. I have hardly accomplished any homework at all in the past two weeks. I just keep procrastinating until the last possible second and then half ass it. I also have just been lying around doing nothing. I feel like a waste. I try to sit down and do my homework but I just end up staring blankly at the paper or computer. I really need to get my act together. I only have a week until midterms.

Anyone have some advice for how to focus and concentrate better? I feel like I have been limiting distractions but I still find myself unable to stay focused.

deleted_user 04/20/2008

I found it's easier to concentrate if I don't have any distractions at all. A quiet room and what I'm working on and I do okay. If the TV is on and I can hear noise from other areas of the house, I can't focus worth a hoot.
Minimize any and all distractions, that includes children as well as pets, not to mention a S/O.

deleted_user 04/20/2008

I'm like that too. Not sure what I could say to help. You sound just like me

deleted_user 04/20/2008

Honestly Allie Get the Heck out of there go outside breathe some air take deep breaths clear your head and then go back to it

deleted_user 04/20/2008

Have you tried breaking down the tasks into small steps? That helps me.

deleted_user 04/20/2008

druid has a good idea. get out and take a brisk walk and then come back in and try it again

deleted_user 04/20/2008

I struggle with depression and have the same issues as you do. About a month ago my doctor put me on a low dose of Ritalin. It has really helped with my concentration and being able to focus to get my homework done. I take two courses. Hang in there. The feeling will pass. I will be praying for you. Jacki

deleted_user 04/20/2008

I am trying to find that myself.. I have had a very lax 11 months living at my brother's place.. now that I am on my own, I am finding doing basic things very challenging. I have been breaking tasks down into pieces and doing a piece at a time.. I find it does take longer to do something, but I get it done.. it doesn't seem so overwhelming or unmanagable.

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