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.
Around 9 months ago I was diagnosed with anxiety but I started to feel really down; lost motivation, felt worthless and lonely. I went to my doctors today after weeks of waking up sad and crying constantly. He told me I have depression and I really can't do this. I'm sick of it. I feel so worthless and weak and stupid and I just wish I was back to my old self again.
Please help me
Saz
and depression MAY not be able to treat both. Non-deprecating self mental evaluation is help me is helping me deal with this now. I could have started earlier. Be an intelligent consumer and do focus research with this tool I did not have, the Internet. But be careful out there. There are a lot of Snake oil salespersons.
Depression can come from several "causes". If brain chemistry has anything to do with your depression, medication may be necessary. If it is life experiences that are behind your depression, therapy to get to the core of it will be a big part of your future; then as you learn the core issues you can work on coping methods.
Yes, you can get back to your old self again, but more likely you will invent a new normal you. A you that incorporates part of that old you, and part of what you want the new you to be.
Gentle hugs