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.
I've been struggling with depression on and off probably my whole life. I'm on Effexor XR right now. It works really well during the day, but at around 7:00 pm, my depression returns full force. This happens every night. I will have a good day, and then I will just start feeling like life is horrible, and there's no point to it. I try to get up and be active, but that doesn't help. My house is filthy because I can't make myself clean it and my relationship with my boyfriend is really suffering. He just sees me at around that time, so to him I am constantly mopey and whiney. I've also gained quite a bit of weight because its' the only thing that makes me feel better. I've tried taking my Effexor at different times of the day to see if it makes a difference, but it doesn't. Any suggestions? This is really horrible.
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
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This weekend is the unofficial start of the Summer so... let's compile the greatest summer themed playlist! Add songs that makes references to the season itself or anything attributed with the summer like dealing with the heat, going to the beach, having fun in the sun, water sports, barbecues, kids being out of school, going on vacations, et al.
I do know how you feel though. I have been through the roller coaster of depression. Many days, it is easier to stay in bed.
I have heard that the lack of desire to clean is a common side effect of depression. I know this to be true because I have years of a disaster in my house right now that I am having to deal with now that I am on the road to recovery.
I guess the best thing I can say is don't give up. Your priority in your life is your commitment to recovering from depression. Everything else can wait. Work on you because you are what matters.
If you need to chat, I'm here for you.
I have heard that some people get the night depression, but you are the first real proof of it. I think you need to have wellbutrin added to the effexor. Maybe you could take it mid day. Many people find it to be somewhat energizing. It helps with motivation.
Your doctor really needs to now how bad the evenings are for you.