Welcome Cory....I hear you

This is a good place to come for support

There are a lot of times that I withdraw and shutdown

I just don't want to talk at times when I'm in a depression even though it helps

I do journal on here at times when I'm low

Big hug...xo

Hi Cory and welcome from me too! Do you get any form of exercise? A good walk or bike ride can go a long way. Personally, I go to Planet Fitness but I have a bike. I haven't ridden it for years but I plan to get on it as soon as it stops raining around here. I take magnesium for anxiety but I think it's good for depression too.

After I took the psychotic drug, my depression came up. I just want to be alone. Its been 20 years. I am getting better now.

I agree with GreenEyes. I try to walk at least 30 min per day to reduce the effects of depression and anxiety. I also try to get enough water...I personally feel water is life

I don't feel I can share much of what's on my mind with friends and family so I truly appreciate the support I receive from my DS friends and peers

I Cory-I know exactly how you feel. When Ive tried sharing with spouse he tells me I just need to get past it. I vent here alot. It keeps me somewhat sane.

I tend to get silent and focused on my thinking and depression when I feel really down. I think our spouses know when we get silent and depressed or in a flair up. I used to could tell when my ex-husband withdrew from the family for about a month about once a year. I try not to talk about my grief or depression with my current good husband too much because well, it overwhelms me at times and I just need to be silent about it.

I withdraw and isolate. It’s really when I need someone the most. I hope whatever challenges you are facing, you overcome each one. Take care of yourself.

I do the same thing. To me, it feels like I would be talking too much and eventually annoy people, so I keep things to myself.