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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cyndybau 08/24/2011

I have being sleeping and doing nothing for two days. I know this is not how life should be. Some of it is circumstantial. The pain won't let up. I notice most people who posts here say the say things in different ways. Also the suggestions are similar as well. Sometimes I just can't fight. It takes so much energy. I have things to do, just no motivation. Also I am not eating the right things.I am being hard on myself, but the future seems so bleak. It's the same old "I'm tired of life." This bought of depression is worse than anything before, and I am not coming out of it. Many things I do, or people I reach out to are disapointing, which doesn't help. I have been working on this one for 5 years. Trying to set small daily goals help sometimes, but I don't get relief from the pain. I've tried many meds, counseling. Sometimes it seems like I am doing something wrong.

deleted_user 08/24/2011

It sounds like you're doing the right things by taking medication and attending counseling. You've reached out here for support and that's a good sign. I'm sorry you're in so much pain right now. I hope it passes soon. I know that feeling and it is so discouraging. Keep the faith. This too shall pass. gentle hugs

hopefullyannon 08/24/2011

i have to ask... do you mean physical pain or emotional? (or both?)

not that it really matters... both suck horribly

i have an idea... im going to try making a post... maybe it'll be helpful

*hugs*

please know, lots of us have been right where you are... you are not alone!!!!

hopefullyannon 08/24/2011

http://www.dailystrength.org/c/Depression/forum/12723593-success-stories

hopefully people will post some rays of sunshine there

deleted_user 08/25/2011

I've been battling depression for most of my life and I'm 60 yrs old. I sleep a lot and it helps sometimes and have been on anti-depressants. I know how you feel because even though we might know what causes depression and we understand it intellectually, we can't shake the feelings and the lack of motivation. I'm thinking of trying sam-e but I know you have to take a supplement with it. What I find funny is that when I'm out playing tennis or early in the morning when I'm drinking regular coffee I feel normal, but as the day wears on I start going into the depression. For people like us it is existing in this world that is sometimes difficult because of chemical imbalances in our brains and the best thing is to take medication and find support groups. I believe that talking to people that suffer in likewise manner daily is a very good therapy because we have to get this depression expressed in order to fight it.
I'm with you, keep fighting and talk about it to all of us who suffer the same.

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