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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lostlife65 07/22/2014

I have mood swings as I think some of us do. I hate them. I self diagnosed myself with Dysthymia. Been to therapists. Nothing helps. I get to a point where I don't want to do anything, but keep drudging along. I have met some really nice people here and don't want them to feel hurt or upset at me. I thought making friends here would keep me from dropping off.

I hope I will come out of this soon.

Sorry

Crispymomma 07/22/2014

My mood swings can be rapid. Give people whip lash in my younger years, so I understand. I don't think anyone is going to be upset if you are feeling down. I think it is part of the journey with depression.
I hope you come back up soon. Remember how wonderful you are! : )

deleted_user 07/22/2014

I can totally relate lost...my mood is so fickle and constantly changing. Sometimes I am grateful for this "personality trait" but at other times (like now) I really struggle. I have also been in a down mode for about 2 weeks now, so much so that I just want to sleep my days away. I hope you get to a better place real soon!

heretic 07/22/2014

I hope you get to feeling better soon. I have been depressed all my life and don't have a clue what it feels like not to be depressed.

wintershawl 07/22/2014

I wish having friends was all it took to keep me from getting down, but it doesn't always stop it.

However, I can lean on my friends for support to help get me through. I am sure your friends here completely understand. They won't get mad. Reach out to them for help. That's what they are there for.

I hope things get better soon. *hugs*

joneszy93 07/22/2014

There's nothing to be sorry about, Depression is something that you can't really control. I feel like I'm on a constant emotional roller coaster and sometimes wish I could just get off of it. Sometimes I feel bad for my mood swings because like ShopGirl14 said, I feel like I give people whiplash, I'm ok one minute and then the next I'm pissed about the smallest thing and then I'll be mad for a while and then I'll be ok and then I'll go back to being mad, and I won't even know why. I guess that's the beauty of Depression. The reason I came on here was the same reason you did, to meet people and it has seemed to help me. Just try to stay busy and keep your mind busy. I hope some of this helps.

kasandra 07/22/2014

I am new on this site, and I have been depressed for some time now.
I am trying to understand why I jump from good mood to bad so easily myself. I hope I find some answers, and I hope you can find some peace in your life too.

God bless
Sandy

deleted_user 07/22/2014

lostlife,

Are you on any Medications for your depression? It is possible that you have a chemical imbalance and maybe an anti-depressant would be helpful to you at this time. Have you ever thought about it or talked to your Doctor about it? Just a suggestion.

Hang in there. Gentle hugs to you! :)

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