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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reisen55 11/14/2006

I just returned from my therapist, as noted in my journal and among the coping mechanisms I used, and she noted, for surviving a horrible weekend alone and, frankly, in a suicidal state at times was this very website. This community and structure is a saving grace of immeasurable value and I commend it to all who stop by.

deleted_user 04/25/2013

Yes, DS is a great find and a good place to be.

deleted_user 04/25/2013

After several "reincarnations" I finally got the hang of posting and I have been on DS since 2011, I think.

xLacey 04/25/2013

When I was 16, it was nice to come on here and see there were other kids having problems, or that I wasn't alone anyway. Also the kind support from others helped! It's nice having someone to talk to that understands.

deleted_user 04/26/2013

I believe that I was on a crisis chat and they recommended this website to me. I never knew that it would become so important in my life and that I'd be on it all the time like I am now. Or meet such great people. One thing I like about this place is you can be so honest and open with how you feel and all you'll get is help, no judgment. People are incredibly understanding. And it feels a lot safer to come on here and talk about your problems as opposed to a psychiatrist that has the power over you to send you to in patient or change your meds. It's completely non-threatening to share how bad your thoughts get on here without others forcing you to do anything. Which is such a relief!!! You have no idea.

drwho546 04/26/2013

oh yeah, totally agree. This place has changed my life completely.

deleted_user 04/26/2013

DS has saved both my life and sanity. I'm afraid to think where I would be now without the good people here who and the mutual sharing of support and caring.

I can honestly say I'm in a much better place than I was since joining just over 5 months ago.

WanderingVet 04/26/2013

I spent many years suffering 'aloneaphobia'. Was terrified of being alone. It is a rough way to go.

When I (finally) learned how to discover and nourish self esteem .. that fear vanished. Now, I am alone most of the time ... and I am fine with it. I know how to be good to myself ... because I know who I am, and I like me. Without that .. life is a constant state of fear. With it .. it is a pleasure.

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