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.
My most deprssing trigger is that i have a 2 year old, a 4 year old and a cronically sick husband and i feel so guilty right now. All i feel right now is anger and frustration towards the kids. I love them so much they are the most beautiful, energetic caring children and i'm just beeing an awful mom. My hubby is supportive but he needs his strength for himself. I am crying all the time, exhausted for at least the last 10 years and i don't even know if the exhaustion is related to the depression but its constant. My whole house is trashed and all i want to do is curl up in a ball throw the covers over my head and never come out. Anyone else suffering more because of the children involved?
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No children are involved for me, but I know how you feel. I can't imagine how hard it would be if I had to try for others besides myself. *hugs* I am sorry. Feeling pressured certainly doesn't help.
ZAZAS
Do you have a relative or friend who could watch your children in order to for you to regroup. I'm not saying a long time, but maybe a couple of days to give you some rest. Sounds like you are so busy taking care of everyone else that you have no time for you.
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Saying a prayer for you that things get better. I'm sure you are a good wife and mother and you are doing your best. You are justified in being overwhelmed. ZAZAs is right, hopefully you can find some way to get time for yourself. Do you have a friend or family member you can stay with for a day or so? Sounds like you need a change of scenery- a probably a good night's sleep. +Stength+ You will get through this.
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I also have 2 children, 7 and 2 1/2 and have suffered from depression for over 10 years. My husband is a part-time reservist in the army (since April 2008) and things are hard when he isn't here. I live about an hour from my parents, so I don't get to see them very often. I do work full-time, but don't really have any other life than home and work. I'm not sure what I can say to help you out other than saying I'm here for you if you want to talk. PM me if you want.
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I have kids (14&15) and when I'm not doing well suffer terribly with the guilt thing. Guilt about everything. What helps me tremendously is medication, vitamin and mineral supplements, fish oil, exercise, and acupuncture. One thing my psychiatrist checks every year is my thyroid function because fatigue was a complaint that I had regularly. Since you have been exhausted for so long that may be something to get checked out. If your thyroid isn't working right it can be corrected with the right medication.
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