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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BCat1000 12/16/2016

Don't get me wrong, this board was a tremendous help to me several weeks ago. I'm glad it's here. However, it has transformed me into a person that needs to be on here for several hours a day. I see the problems that some people have, which are much worse than my current situation, and I just feel like I need to help. It changes you when you really "feel" depression. I will always have the deepest sympathy for people who struggle with mental illness. I want to help but how do I balance? I am overboard today. Should I give it a little time?

Justlenmom4 12/16/2016

You have been so kind and supportive to so many of us. I think it is a natural part of the healing process to want to help others when we have been through a challenging time. It will run its course and you will move on in time. I think it's healthy. And I appreciate you :)

BCat1000 12/16/2016

Thank you. I really appreciate that.

bridgie101 12/16/2016

Yeah what Justlenmomsaid. :) don't go!

BCat1000 12/16/2016

Thank you bridgie. I will maybe just try and balance better

NJ400 12/16/2016

This site is good and bad lol. Since I discovered it, I find it to be my safe haven when her mood flares up. Only problem is the more I read, the more I know that there isn't any help and If I don't learn how to be a good boy and take the abuse with a smile, we will end in some sort of split up. Im at point where I want her to leave the kids that I take care of and take of herself. We all know there not coming back and I know I need to leave before I become completely infected by it. But of course depression plays games with me. When I go to leave she comes back only long enough to trap me again. But then now I think about it, that means that she is trying right? OMG I cant tell diff from Dep or she just wants to see me suffer.

Has anybody successfully see a coach and it help them deal with there partner depression and anxiety from the side affects of the Lexapro or any anti D?

BCat1000 12/16/2016

How long has she been on Lexapro?

Debbalina 12/17/2016

BCat don't go. I find your comments so hopeful as well.

BCat1000 12/17/2016

Thanks Debbie

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