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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FeelingLikeShit 11/27/2017

i hate myself. i cant seem to do anything right. i have such a hard time talking to my mother and the other night i finally did and she grounded me for telling her that when she yells at me it makes me feel like shit. i hate life. idk what i did wrong. now she is pissed at me and idk what to do

Frunkiss 11/27/2017

How old are you? i don't know how old you are but i'm 32. I'm not gonna lie to you and tell you life is easy or it's gonna get easier. But maybe try going to counseling for yourself and with your mom. What happens when you try to talk to your mom? Can you talk to another family member?

FeelingLikeShit 11/27/2017

We've tried counseling. She quit.

Shelby1986 11/27/2017

Why are you so angry?, that much anger comes from deep within you. It is more than your mother yelling. She ground you, you are probably under 18. You can't do anything right, per your post, add stress and miscommunications and you get a recipe for disaster.

KNOW THIS: you are more than your situation

Find a safe adult and sound off to them

FeelingLikeShit 11/28/2017

it isn't more than my mother yelling, it is the fact that she has been telling me that i can't do anything right since i was four.

unitato 11/28/2017

i honestly think you should talk it out with her, in the end of the day, she is still your mom, so just sit down with her and have a conversation with no yelling and just understand both sides

rachelangelo 11/28/2017

Thanks for sharing. I know it feels really unfair right now, but remember your mom is probably acting from her own experience. Maybe she had a difficult childhood where she was yelled out. Have you ever asked her about her upbringing? Also, maybe try seeing a counselor by yourself or joining a support group.

SideEffex 11/29/2017

You are obviously very intelligent and know enough to find a site like this one to ask for help. So much of our feelings of self worth come from our parents. But parents can be imperfect people with hurtful pasts. I don't know what the source of your mom's pain is, but know that you are unique, you have your own thoughts, ideas and ways of doing things, and it's okay if it's different than what your mother would like. It sounds like maybe your mom could use your help and you could use an ally (therapist) to be able to express your feelings. Hopefully your mother will be open to it if you suggest going to take to someone together. If she's not, please try and find someone for yourself; eventually she may change her mind and join you.

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