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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Loveland84
Loveland84

I've never used a site like this but I really just need to talk to someone. My depression is getting bad and I'm having trouble getting out of bed. I'm on all my meds but they don't seem to be the right combination. I feel like I just wanna give up and let it swallow me whole. I'm just so tired. I need someone who understands and can listen. 

Restful
Restful
Hi, I'm glad you shared your feelings on here. It's a good outlet. I know what it's like to be severely depressed, and can relate to you. I can also tell you it will get better, especially if you ask for help. You should maybe talk to a therapist or your doctor. They will guide you in the right direction. Even if you need to check into a hospital for a few days, it's better than giving up. Feel free to message me anytime.
Loveland84
Loveland84
Thanks it's good to know I'm not alone. The person who molested me when I was younger has tried to come back into my life and it has caused all this chaos. Now I'm just so depressed I just lay around all day. I don't wanna leave the house
iwontbackdown1
iwontbackdown1
I'm sorry you're feeling all these things. I am not an expert, but I too suffer from depression+ and PTSD. Could it be that this "person" is causing more than what you suspect/think? Have you talked to an Expert? What can you do to prevent this person from getting to you? I'd do everything I could to block this person from hurting you even more. If you need to talk to someone, this is the place. Lots of great people here to support you. I'm available to listen too.
Is there someone, including your immediate support around you who can help? If it were me I may want to let someone know what's going on.
It's a very good thing you did by posting. Please keep updating?
Lonewolf363
Lonewolf363
i can totally relate hang in hang in there
shihonage
shihonage
While you cannot really imagine yourself feeling high-level emotions like joy and inspiration right now, there is one emotion that you can reach for, and I encourage you to try.

It's anger. You can reach for anger, to find something or someone to be angry about. This may feel like counterintuitive advice, but anger is going to feel a lot better than depression.

Depression is passive and dangerous for your health.

Anger gets your energy going, and sometimes it's the only real feeling of motion and aliveness that you can grab on to. It's better to be cranky than silent.

So, get angry!
CiaV10798
CiaV10798
Hey, I know how you feel. I spent all week siting on my couch doing nothing. I didn't want to ever leave my house because it felt like it was too much to handle. If you need to talk let me know.
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