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 suffered for anxiety depression when i was a teenager. I has my first child at 19 and was diagnosed with postnatal depression shortly after. i stopped taking my meds before i should have cos i felt better but over the years i've been getting worse and worse. My second child is now 6 months old and i'm slipping under. I'm scared to go to the doctor cos i'll be sent away with pills. I can't face the medication and trying to hold my family together. I'm pushing everyone close to me away and don't know what to do. I hate myself so much and i can't understand why i can't be happy. I feel so alone like no one understands what's happening to me. Can anyone help me please?
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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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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Do anything to boost your energy and release some of that stress. If you really dont want to take the medication then find alternatives that might work for you. You can try being more active with your friends or family, finding a support group to go to, anything that makes you happy or pushes you to your limits.
If all else fails, go to the medication, get a small dose and work on your depression with your family. After all thats what they are there for.
I think it is totally normal you are pushing your closed ones away. We know its not the right thing to do but we also know that when you are depressed, you do want to take distance from people you love.
I know it is really really hard but why dont you write en email/letter to your friend and family and let them know how much you suffer and to forgive you if you offend them.
And please, do hope things will get better. There is no reasons why it wont. With a young child you must be exhausted and time can only help. I know it's hard to see things can get better but they will.