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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lostloner420 07/07/2018

Hey Im new to the group, Im a mom in my early 30's and have been having a hard time and being a busy parent I dont have any friends to talk to and my husband is hard to talk to and have been going into a dark place with some hardships that have come to pass in the past few years and Ive been starting to have thoughts that my kids would be better off if I werent here and the world wouldnt even skip a beat. I know such thoughts are selfish and as much as Ive been through I wont leave my kids alone but sadly if it werent for them I would of probably ended it some time ago, they are the only thing keeping me going each day but Im so empty inside and feel like im on auto pilot and no matter how hard I try to find ways to come out of it something happens that sinks me in further and I literally have no one to talk to that I can trust who wouldnt turn it against me in an attempt to take my kids or make my life harder so I feel I cant trust anyone. I honestly dont even know what I expect from posting this here to complete strangers but maybe I just needed some place to vent to someone neutral who I dont have to pay a rediculous amount to talk to and only sees me as a paycheck lol, I want to feel for once in my life someone genuinly cares and wants to listen because they are a decent human and not because they feel obligated to.

doncornelius 07/08/2018

Hi welcome to the group. I’ve been here since around March April and everyone is very nice and supportive. I know life can be tough. I’m 39 and a single father. I gave up my social life to raise my son. He’s older now so it’s a lot easier but I found it hard to reconnect with friends. Everyone here has similar problems and similar experiences so your in good hands. Feel free to message me anytime if you want.

lostloner420 07/08/2018

Thank you that means alot and I may take you up on that sometime, it's hard because the last few friends I had here where I live moved away or I lost contact with when I got married and had kids so since then I basically put on a fake smile and bottle it up as best I can in front of my family then lock myself in the bathroom to cry after they go to bed...im pathetic I know lol

Zuhair 07/08/2018

Welcome to DS,

I am sorry you are going through this. I think I can understand you because I am going through depression too. You could find here people who really care and listen.

I think that having a kid is so special although I haven't become a parent yet, but I can feel parenthood toward kids. I agree with you. They really have the power to save us and keep us going. It is really cool and interesting.

Yard_Eggs 07/08/2018

Been there, done that.

I too was at a place where I just wanted to "disappear". I didn't think anyone would care that I was gone. The only thing that saved me was the thought of my soon-to-be-exhusband telling my 2 very young children "Mommy didn't love you enough to stay in your lives".

Please seek treatment. I went to the ER and told them I was suicidal. I was referred to a psych hospital, diagnosed with alcohol dependence (alcoholism - I knew that) and bi-polar disorder (that was new to me). I was stabilized with medication, referred to therapy and got better. I am now sober and my BP is managed quite well.

Please, please seek treatment. For you and your family.

enfieldguy 07/08/2018

People here are great, reach out to anyone you connect or feel comfortable with and message them, they are good listeners

SimpsonsOK 07/08/2018

Welcome aboard this DS lifeboat. Glad to have you with us. You will find many who know exactly what you are feeling. That's why we're on this site. You might see if there are any depression support groups where you live. Depression likes company, which is why many of us are on several sites here. Depression gives us the same messages. We are here to support each other on this journey. Many times, besides support, folks will share tools they have used which helped them. Calming and healing hugs.

fireflywing 07/08/2018

Welcome to the group/board. You are definitely not alone.

Hope236502 07/08/2018

I'm right there with you, hun. I'm 32, two kids. You're definitely not alone. If you need an ear, I'm your girl. Feel free to message anytime.

Cheese 07/08/2018

I hope you are feeling better today. You sound very nice. You are certainly deserving of great happiness. .

lostloner420 07/09/2018

Thank you everyone for all the kind words and support it means more to me than I can express, just the fact that complete strangers can show more care than anyone in my immediate circle baffles me but at the same time reassuring because I needed some positive motivation and although still struggling at times I am trying hard to keep myself busy and my mind off of things and glad to know I can turn here when needed

eli_mom 07/10/2018

Hi- Welcome to the group.
When my husband and I decided to move to America, I know that I would be away from my family and friends. During that time, there was no social media so it was hard to connect with my friends. It took time for me to create friendship because we need to move from one state to another state.

I'm sorry you are going through this. I'm glad you found this group, you can talk to us anytime. I hope you will find the encouragement that you need through this forum. We are here and we care for you so keep on posting. Take care, God bless.

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