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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winesar21 09/04/2012

I'm literally sitting here wondering how my life can get any worse, and I'm only 23. All I can do all day is think about how bad my life sucks. My parents got divorced 3 years ago and one lives in down south and the other up north. I graduated from college last May and I keep taking shitty jobs w/ crappy pay in hopes of working my way up ( I am on my fourth job). It has been one year since my long term relationship ended ( I thought I was going to marry the guy). And on top of it my dad keeps losing his high paying jobs dues to the economy. I honestly don't think I can take anymore and just wanna give up, somtimes I just think I need to end all the pain. I mean how much more can god throw at me?! I must already be at rock bottom. I have suffered from depression all my life and all everything has done is exasperate it. :( Blahhh not sure if i've ever felt so down.

chelle37 09/04/2012

I'm so sorry you're in so much pain right now. I hope that something comes through for you soon as far as a job that is a good fit. Are you getting any help for your depression? It seems like you really have a lot going on at once to deal with. ((hugs))

ScaredandScarred 09/04/2012

Sorry that you are finding things so tough but please remember that the bad days will end and you can get through this. I know that family matters but you need to concentrate on you right now.
What type of job do you want? I mean if dreams could come true?
Are you talking to a therapist or counsellor? Are you on medication?
Things will get better
*gentle monkey hugs*
xxx

deleted_user 09/05/2012

I agree with monkey lover ;)..Your parents issues aren't yours. It sounds like your a care taker kind of person (as am I) However, I think u should focus on what will make YOU happy. Go for what your heart truly desires. You can only lose if u don't try. At lease if u go for it u can say u tried and take pride in the effort

winesar21 09/05/2012

Thank you all so much, your replies brightened my day. It's not so much my parents problems as that my parents are 1000 miles apart so I have to chose where I want to be. Which is super hard! :( I took some sertaventaline today, I have not taken it regularily. But I figured I would give it a try.

gramybear 09/05/2012

I agree with my dear friend on here and she is right, we cannot take on everyone Else's problems in our family. I have tried that and I have found that it just doesn't work. Please take care of yourself and see what changes occur.

deleted_user 09/05/2012

I am sorry you are not feeling well. Have you tried talking to a therapist? Meds, do help. You have to take care of you. Hugs! There is an angel on your shoulder, that's me.

deleted_user 09/05/2012

Its not your fault they split up. Its time to focus on you! Maybe your dad could find a lower paying more stable job? Keep going you will find your niche Im sure of it!

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