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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deleted_user 10/29/2007

Ive been depressed for a really long time, since I was 19 now i'm 33. Ive been on Prozac (which didn't work, and Paxil for 6 years...which helped out alot. Just got on Effexor a few months ago. Thought I was doing ok...but lately i've been thinking more about how I just don't want to live anymore and sleeping away the entire weekend. Called sick into work today. I think I'm falling apart. I've been fighting this for so long....I just feel like I want to give up. The only thing that's keeping me here is my kids( they would miss me alot) and I'm not sure if god allows us to decide when we go....anyone have any help for me....Because I think i'm losing it!

ZAZAS 10/29/2007

I've had depression for quite awhile too. Somedays it is just so intolerable. But, learning it's symptoms, how it affects me, helps me to deal a little bit better. Hang in there, this too shall pass, and you kids need you.

deleted_user 10/29/2007

I have had depression for a long time too. I have 4 kids at home that rely on me to be healthy and here for them. Know when to call your doctor when symptoms get extreme and know when to reach out for help. You will maybe benefit if you made another trip to your doctor. Tell him how you are feeling and see if there is another treatment option available to you.

deleted_user 10/29/2007

I think you have to find reasons to exist other than your kids. Otherwise the hole you fall into when they go can be bottomless. I'm still trying to figure this one out myself.

deleted_user 10/29/2007

i'm trying to think positive sometimes you just fall right back down again. It's frusrating!

deleted_user 10/29/2007

Life like this is very frustrating. Thinking positive and of others can carry us through some days but, we still feel the same on the inside. I have called my new doctor to see if I can be seen sooner. Maybe he will have answers for me. Are you in counselling?

deleted_user 10/29/2007

No...I'm not in counscling....I have before though.

deleted_user 10/29/2007

Maybe the effexor needs a little more time to kick in.
Hope you feel better!

deleted_user 10/29/2007

I called and left a message with the nurse....so she can give me some advice...I think i'm bringing my whole family down.

deleted_user 10/29/2007

Honey, all of us here have our bad days. So your certainly not alone. I know it's hard, but you can get through it. Think of the things that make you happy, like your kids.

deleted_user 10/29/2007

I agree with all the posts that say to tell the doctor what is going on. Effexor doesn't work for everyone, and it sounds like it isn't working for you. After a few months, it should be working fine, so I think you need to try something new, or maybe be on the Paxil but a higher dose?

deleted_user 10/29/2007

These drugs are very tricky and seem always to require changing. I try reminding myself that it's not me it's my brain chemistry and that it's a battle every day. Keeping fight and keep looking for things that will take your focus away from the big D.

deleted_user 10/29/2007

Depression is a mystery condition. I've tried meds. so far and all they
have done is wire me like on a lot
of coffee. Now I'm trying fish oil,
5htp and a couple others.
I feel for ya because I know how this
condition feels. I'm going for a walk
after breakfast. I hope you feel
better.
niceguy

deleted_user 10/29/2007

I just talked to my nurse...she will let my dr. know i'm not doing good. I've been dealinf with this since I was 19...have had a couple of suicide attempts and hospitalizations since then....do I have the rest of my life to look foward to battling this. Makes me tired and guilty to be feeling and thinking this way.

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