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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idontknow96
idontknow96

I've been struggling on and off since high school with depression since my cousin who was like a brother to me committed suicide and dealing with a bad childhood experience, I don't really have friends, the past couple weeks my depression relapsed, I haven't slept well, don't eat much, lost weight, feel down all the time, my relationship with my girlfriend is going downhill fast and it's to the point I don't think I can save it, I feel so alone, no one can hear my screams, Ive tried for so long to be strong and stand on my on I don't think I can do it anymore, I hate this feeling 

sharaninmd
sharaninmd
I am sorry you are going through a difficult time. Have you seen a professional doctor, taking medication, or talking with a therapist? If not, I recommend you seek professional help before things get worse in your life.
Tired
Tired
You don't have to deal with things alone. See a therapist. It can be
very helpful. If you don't like the first therapist then try another.
idontknow96
idontknow96
It doesn't help I've tried therapy and antidepressants several different kinds nothing works
blackcrow
blackcrow
You are. Not alone. You have a friend.
Talk and share.
Taking any action is going in a good orderly direction. Even if it doesn't give the results you want. Keep trying. My friend can help you, positively.
James
idontknow96
idontknow96
I don't know what to do I've been strong for too long I don't know if I can't take it anymore
blackcrow
blackcrow
the point is we can get through this together. we are stronger together. sorry for your loss. I can't imagine how I would feel if a friend or family member took their life. It must have caused you pain.
JamesL
AYoung
AYoung
Idontknow96, you’re on the right track, airing out your feelings, reaching out to another for help and guidance! You sound like an incredibly strong person to have dealt with all those things, and you’re still here! Maybe your girlfriend doesn’t understand what’s going on with you, she might not know what true depression is, she might be equating it to being down or something people get when they’re disappointed with a lost job, promotion, opportunity etc.-she may not know about the hurt, the pain, the veil of blackness that falls and it’s so hard to see through, and for that matter, even to get out of bed. Let her in, allow her to support and help out.

Most of all idontkno96, it sounds like you’re toying with darker thoughts, stop trying to muscle through or ‘walking it off,’ it is rare to get through true depression on your own. Professionals have avenues, coping mechanisms, and other techniques that allow you to divert the destructive nature of depression while you heal. Check with your benefits at work, you might have a few visits to a therapist for free, use this to find one you like and stick with that person. You’re important, it doesn’t sound like you have nothing going on, get back to me, I’d love to hear from you again.
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