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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maria9638 10/14/2016

Im new here. I made an account a while ago but this is my first time posting. Basically, I deal with depression and social anxiety and want to talk to more people who deal with same stuff. Hard to find real support with no judgement. If anyone wants to talk about something as Im still trying to figure this site out and find a safe place to talk.

YouGonnaEatThat 10/14/2016

Welcome to DailyStrength and thank you for deciding to post. I know it sometimes takes time to find the want to actually get your story out there or at least let others know you are suffering. I too suffer from depression and anxiety. If you ever feel the need to talk, or just want a random conversation, I am usually always available!

maria9638 10/14/2016

Thank you for responding. I'm a bit socially awkward talking to people whether online or in person. I know they made changes to to site as when I first joined it looked alot different. I was joining different support groups then but didn't find the kind of support I needed.

kbkgray 10/15/2016

The trials of depression and anxiety are hard because until you have experienced it, you don't get it. If you need to reach out, I'm always happy for more friends.

bridgie101 10/15/2016

You can talk safely here. We have absolutely no impact on your life. I love the internet. it's safe in here. You can say whatever you want, express yourself and nothing will happen to your life.

maria9638 10/15/2016

It just at another support site I had to deal with ignorant people who said there no such thing as mental illness and that I should get over it. They don't know my medical history and I was just expressing myself.

djchurn 10/15/2016

This is the safest place on the net to discuss the issues you mentioned.

maria9638 10/15/2016

Thank you

ThePepperMan 10/15/2016

Welcome to this site! Glad you found us.

My name is Pepper, I'm one of the user moderators for the depression group. The other one is WanderingVet (as in the ex military vet, not the animal doctor!) They call us community leaders, or CL for short. It is an odd name, but it is what they selected!

If you have any questions about the site, please feel free to ask any CL.

The best 2 pieces of advice I got when I first started out here was to make people earn my trust, just like I have to earn theirs. The second is that there is no such thing as a "one program solves all issues for everybody". Things that work for me may be ineffective for you, and things that do me not good may be a lifesaver for you. And all the vice-versas that go with those statements!

Welcome and gentle hugs

maria9638 10/15/2016

Thanks you :)

sunandbutterflies 10/17/2016

Hello Maria,
Welcome to daily strength. I hope that you are able to use this site in addition to any additional resources or tools such as a physician, licensed counselor, etc. to help with some of the issues that you face. I know that sometimes I find it helpful to know that I am not alone and that others have shared my experience or worse.
Hope that you are feeling better soon. God bless.

kbkgray 10/17/2016

Well, I can definitely relate to the social anxiety! I'm a waitress of 8 years and there are days that I cry the entire time I'm getting reday and driving to work. Once there, I sit in the car for a good 15 minutes collecting myself enough to face people. It's so bad, I have like mini seizures where I just can't stop shaking. I've thought of getting a new job. What is your depression and social anxiety like? What are your triggers?

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