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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ermmmmmmm.. NEWBIES

meandthebeast
meandthebeast
I havent been here much lately and have noticed many newbies... Sooooooooo like we use to do here, let us oldbies introduce ourselves and hopefully the newbies will tell us something...

I will go first..

I am meandthebeast. My beast (among many) is alcohol.. for I am an alcoholic but doing really good with it.. Its about time... They call me beastie here and I have been here for ages.. I am female....hear me grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr... I have a set of identical twin grandsons that turn 2 years old on the 18th of this month and they bring me lots of joy... Ok your next...
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi still a bit of newbie myself only a few months here... did take awhile to feel part of the family here So don't feel your not welcomed here. Lots of love and support here...

Just got out of psychiatric hospital from a two week stay. Still sorting my problems out so wont go into too much details.

Hey and if haven't already put up a avi picture tend to notice you more then
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi still a bit of newbie myself only a few months here... did take awhile to feel part of the family here So don't feel your not welcomed here. Lots of love and support here...

Just got out of psychiatric hospital from a two week stay. Still sorting my problems out so wont go into too much details.

Hey and if haven't already put up a avi picture tend to notice you more then
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi still a bit of newbie myself only a few months here... did take awhile to feel part of the family here So don't feel your not welcomed here. Lots of love and support here...

Just got out of psychiatric hospital from a two week stay. Still sorting my problems out so wont go into too much details.

Hey and if haven't already put up a avi picture tend to notice you more then
deleted_user
deleted_user
if i type this and it doesn't post i'm gonna be pretty aggravated....

anyways, i'm Nita, was here before as NitaSue62. i've been on DS for 4 yrs. some of my major issues are Depression, Ptsd, and Phobia. i have a laundry list of stuff...

Most of the time i'm pretty calm. i like to read the posts and help when i can, usually by hugging. if i'm feeling confident enough, i'll try and say a few words.

Glad to meet the new people..welcome to DS!! :)
Carolin57
Carolin57
Hi I'm Carolin, I lurk a lot.

Have battled depression on and off for thirty years. Have been sectioned four times for a psychotic illness which means I will take meds now for the rest of my life. My depression and psychosis is under control at the moment just have the odd bad day especially public holidays and some Sundays.

I have been on DS five years and am on line at some point most days. The oldies in this group are really pretty marvelous giving great advice and support.
deleted_user
deleted_user
my turn
been on ds since last summer - joined first as it was the only place I could get help and support for bilateral PE then found the depression board

I post and help where I can and then lurk for weeks as I get overwhelmed and just find interacting hard

my wish for you all is calmness for mind its actually wellness but if we cant have that then calmness will have to do
H x
Dixe4me
Dixe4me
Hello from me and the 'real' Dixie.....she is my constant companion. (shihtzu)

I like to help give support when I can. Love people, love DS, Love making friends. I love to laugh.....and I'm never happier than when I can make someone smile.

DS was a life savor for me back in 07. Now I like to help others as I was once helped.

Hugs and love to all!
Dixe4me
Dixe4me
No Dixie is not a cat....she's a dog.

But I usually always have a white cat as an avatar.....but that's another story:)
doghunter59
doghunter59
Hi .... looking 4 internet gremlins...I am....so this won't get posted....
meandthebeast
meandthebeast
lmfao Doggie... ruv you rong tieeeee
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hey Im michael, kind of still new, but an old soul. I have fat fingers, and a tendancy to spell things wrong, so just sound the words out. This place is great, its like being around a bunch of old friends here!
ElenaNJ
ElenaNJ
hi newbies, i'm elena. jane of all trades. this place is top notch. hope you all will hang around for a long while!
dually
dually
Hi
I am Dually. I have pretty much isolated myself at home now. I have been reading post here for about a week and have found some useful insite. So, I think I will stick around awhile
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi. I am depressed4years because I have been depressed for YEARS....I prefer to be called "4" here because the other name is too depressing :-)

Hey do I qualify as an oldie or a newbie? I've been here just about 2 years? IDK.

I am a work in progress but after being depressed4years :-) I just realized I am NOT BROKEN and UNFIXABLE. but just like everyone else I have issues I am working on. I am a work in progress. I am in group therapy and individual therapy. I like to run as a form of anti-depressant but I take wellbutrin as well. Other than that I am pretty good. Most of the time..

Welcome newbies!

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WallyBear
WallyBear
Hi I'm WallyBear

I am here to let everyone know that recovery is possible.
Because, I recovered 2years ago :-)

And I also Like to remind everyone that they are So Beautiful