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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gooch 08/15/2010

I look back over the years of anxiety, panic, and depression.
I have survived. It was very, very hard.
But once the disorders were under control using meds (both benzos and anti-depressants)and therapy (both talk and CBT) my life has been pretty good. At times I never thought I would make it. I have survived and thrived some.

deleted_user 08/15/2010

I'm glad you survived and have good times now.
You're an inspiration. :)

gooch 08/15/2010

I am still a goofball. I have a little baby inside my brain.

Summerwind81 08/15/2010

Thank you for that, it's very inspiring.

And hey, it's good to have that little baby in the brain! In my case it's a cartoon-obsessed 6-year-old lol.

gooch 08/16/2010

I wanted to make clear that I was using benzos and anti-depressants together regularly for years. I also was talking to a therapist most of the time with some CBT thrown in. I needed all the help I could get.

deleted_user 08/16/2010

Awwww that was so nice. With me its my daddy.

Love to you
Cathy

meandthebeast 08/16/2010

lmao kooch... I mean gooch..... Been there, done that, stole the t-shirt and am still wearing it.... after all these years... roflmao

MaRhianna 08/16/2010

Your comments give us all hope to know there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
Thanks for sharing!!

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