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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Hi, I'm new here and needed some help.

deleted_user
deleted_user
Hello everyone. This seems kinda weird to me. I don't usually like to tell people my problems, but lately I feel so full of them that I need to let them out. Please let me know how to go about this web site and what helps. I know everyone probably has problems worse than mine, I just need to let out 20 years of issues without boring someone. There's secrets I have had since I was about 7 years old that I would never tell a friend or family member. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi and welcome! Just write as much as you feel comfortable writing--your journal is a good help too! Get comfy, no pressure!! Sometimes it's easier to talk to people you don't know--and you will find some WONDERFUL friends here!!
HUGS
deleted_user
deleted_user
Welcome. You will find a load of support on this site. You'll always have someone to talk to without being judged.
I'm a good listener and so are many others here.
I'm sure you'll find all the help you need.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi, Welcome!! Just start sharing about whatever you feel comfortable with. There's a really nice group of people here who are always ready to listen. I'm glad you found your way here. The fact that we're all in the computer, not face to face might make it easier for you to unburden some of the things that have been bothering you for so long.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Let it out, hun. You won't be judged or criticized here. We'll do whatever we can to help.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Thank you all...It's hard for me to tell people how I feel. I don't want to bore anyone..
bebu
bebu
Just start writing in your journal if you feel more comfortable doing that at first. It allows you to get alot of stuff out. At the same time, check out some of the posts, you'd be suprised how many you can actually relate to. When I first joined I thought that most of the stuff I felt was only me - it didn't take too long to find out that alot of people on this site have the same problems, and they all have different ways of dealing. I learn something new almost everyday - welcome
deleted_user
deleted_user
welcome seeks! one thing is taboo...we DON'T measure our problems! it isn't a contest of who has it worse! everyones issues are taken with the same concern and support. xoxo Diane
BeckyK
BeckyK
Well I see that you have gotten a lot of great advice already. Write what you feel comfortable with in your journal first, then when you feel comfortable enough post what you want to write here. Message frineds, send hugs, support others here. Just do what ever makes you comfortable. We are all here to listen, and support you in any way we can.
starfish
starfish
You won't bore anyone. That's the beauty of having on-line support. We "know" each other, but it is also annonymous.
Feel free to talk as much as you want to.
Be aware, though, that we all have access to each other's journals as well, and the best way to have a private conversation is to send messages.
There is supposed to be chatting available tomorrow, I think, if all is going as scheduled the last time I heard.
BeckyK
BeckyK
If you have a problem and want help, post what that problem is. We are all here to help you. So pull up a chair and start talking!
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