
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 try to be "happy" for myself and my family. Nothing is working, I just feel like I am falling deeper and deeper in a hole and there is no way out. I want to cut myself (yes I know it's wrong) but my husband took all sharp things away from me. Maybe if I just sleep all day....
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If Prozac is the only medication you have tried, and it is obviously not working after an adequate amount of time, then you may need to press for a different medication. Your husband can help advocate this for you as well if you do not feel strong enough.
Given that you are feeling suicidal, perhaps hospital admittance where your response to medications can be medically monitored and where you will be kept safe, may also be very much worth considering.
You have no reason to die and all the reason in the world to live, but your brain needs some help to see this.