
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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I've suffered with depression since I was 8 when my mother left and over the years it has become worse. I've had several treatments including CBT, counselling and several anti-depressants, none of which have fully helped.
I feel so useless at the minute as I'm struggling to carry on, even though my husband is extremely supportive - this also makes me feel guilty for feeling as I do as I DON'T WANT to feel like this, I just can't help it.
I'm finding it such a struggle to even get out of bed in the mornings - can anyone help?
I feel so useless at the minute as I'm struggling to carry on, even though my husband is extremely supportive - this also makes me feel guilty for feeling as I do as I DON'T WANT to feel like this, I just can't help it.
I'm finding it such a struggle to even get out of bed in the mornings - can anyone help?
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Depression has taken so many passions and so much productivity from my life.I think this is what makes us feel so useless.When,in reality,although depression can impair us, it does not make either us or our existences useless. The very fact that your husband loves you so much is proof that he needs and wants you in his life--that your very existence is more than useful to him:it is invaluable,priceless.Have him tell you some of the things that he values about you,how central you are to his life. Or,as someone else here suggested,write down the good things about yourself, including all personality traits,and also write out a list of goals,that you plan to reach when you are better.(I write down simple,daily goals as well:like cleaning one room of the house.If I can attain one "easy" thing,I feel better.)
I have been on around 3 dozen antidepressants--every single one on the market(approved by the FDA.)Only one helps,and only temporarily,but my point is:it sometimes takes many,many tries to find the best antidepressant.It doesn't matter,then,how many you've tried, b/c you haven't yet found the right one.Seeing a psychiatrist and describing your symptoms might make it easier to narrow down the best ones for you to try out.
Meanwhile,have you considered therapy?I think with certain issues,they can be amazing--especially the loss of self esteem that comes with childhood abandonment, and the feelings of worthlessness that depression disguises our lives from us with.I've had bad therapists and good,both.
Right now,it sounds like you are existing in a state of completely untreated depression.That is a dangerous and terrible place to be, yet you can get yourself out.I know it will be hard, but you can do it.Just begin with the smallest of steps,and try to praise yourself for each one.
Keep pushing. You aren't alone. Try letting him know it has nothing to do with him and thank him for holding on.