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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Cbutler36 08/02/2019

Hello All! I need some guidance because I just feel like I am losing my mind. My sleep schedule is improving a little, but I still do have crying spells from time to time when I think about what has happened to me in my marriage. My husband and I have been married 16 years and we separated June 12th due to cruel treatment. My sleep pattern has been really bad, but I have not stopped caring about myself even if it is hard for me. I have three kids that depend on me. I just feel like I need love.

Scaredandafraid 08/02/2019

And I'm sure you do have love. Your kids depend on you and love you. I professionally have to have the tv running in the background. That way the noise is the focus and my brain doesn't race. Try that and see if it helps and you need to learn to love yourself before anyone else. Care about you and your kids and when you can do that other aspects of your life will change i promise

LindsayAlone 08/02/2019

Back when my first marriage ended due to abuse, I had severe insomnia. I had to end up getting medicine bc I had lost too much weight and never slept.

Scaredandafraid 08/02/2019

Try natural like melatonin. Ambien is awesome but if you don't get 8 hours of sleep it's terrifying

Cbutler36 08/02/2019

Thank you for your support!

Scaredandafraid 08/02/2019

We are here for you and each out anytime. You aren't alone

Remiah 08/03/2019

Hello Cbutler,

Sorry for your struggles :( And I do hope for you better sleep patterns. I'm leaving you links to a couple of other DS communities in which you may find additional support. I admire that you are working at understanding how to cope. Many are already interested to guide you...thanks for that.

Loving hugs to you today...below are the links for more support:

https://www.dailystrength.org/group/healthy-relationships

https://www.dailystrength.org/group/breakups-divorce

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