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.
I've been on this site a few times after I signed up last week and I finally got the courage to post.
I have PTSD, Anxiety, major depression and ADD. I told my husband two years ago to take me to the hospital because I was thinking, " how can I kill myself ?". We went to the ER and they didn't really do too much. I was supposed to go to out patient treatment but didn't because of work and fear. I "buried" my feelings for two years and then I spiraled again this past June. I asked my work to reduce my hours until I could get on the right meds and into counseling they said my position was 40 hours and if they made the exception for me, they would have to do it for others too. This was at a Dr's. office no less. So I had to quit and was stunned that they let me go.
I have two boys 18,15 and my husband, they are all gone during the day and I feel really lonely and isolated. My family lives in OR and I am in MA.
My counselor has encouraged me to join an online blog, so here I am.
I don't go out by myself anymore, don't eat properly and daily function is very difficult.
I hope you understand, I thank you all for being here.
I have PTSD, Anxiety, major depression and ADD. I told my husband two years ago to take me to the hospital because I was thinking, " how can I kill myself ?". We went to the ER and they didn't really do too much. I was supposed to go to out patient treatment but didn't because of work and fear. I "buried" my feelings for two years and then I spiraled again this past June. I asked my work to reduce my hours until I could get on the right meds and into counseling they said my position was 40 hours and if they made the exception for me, they would have to do it for others too. This was at a Dr's. office no less. So I had to quit and was stunned that they let me go.
I have two boys 18,15 and my husband, they are all gone during the day and I feel really lonely and isolated. My family lives in OR and I am in MA.
My counselor has encouraged me to join an online blog, so here I am.
I don't go out by myself anymore, don't eat properly and daily function is very difficult.
I hope you understand, I thank you all for being here.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
My post was pretty general, I have a lot to tell but don't know you all well enough yet! LOL
I am sure you will make some nice friends here. Careful though...LOL...DS is very addicting!!!!!
That situation with your job is really crappy. It doesn't help much now, but in the future I wonder if you could check into disability of some sort if your doc is convinced that working will hurt your health. I don't think employers are as likely to expect you to quit/to fire you if you have a disability claim pending.
Your conditions are valid, medical diagnoses and you deserve the opportunity to receive treatment without discrimination. Hopefully, you know that despite how your prev. employer treated you.
Well, great that you're here, but not great that you suffer from depression. lol But you're in good company. Welcome crzychic...and welcome to the other new members. :o)