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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ConfessorGirl 02/07/2019

Today is a rough day, I feel so low and empty. Nobody seems to understand that I am this down for absolutely no reason. I am so tired of being told "There must be a reason" "You can't just be this sad for no reason". Does this make anyone else feel more guilty for being sad with no reason? It makes me feel as though I am ungrateful for what I have, like nothing is enough..

Even with a strong support system I have never felt so lonely and so alone. I just keep getting told to exercise, but does anyone understand how difficult it is to will yourself to exert effort you already don't have..

shadowlady 02/07/2019

Absolutely. I understand. I'm sorry you feel this way. Its horrible! Maybe listening to some soft music and trying to relax a bit would help. Ill keep you in my prayers this morning. Here if you'd like to talk.

ConfessorGirl 02/07/2019

Thank you so much! Just one of those days. It's nice to have someone who actually understands!

WanderingVet 02/07/2019

I am pretty sure there are people who cannot feel happiness. The term is Anhedonia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anhedonia

You need to get a solid diagnosis. You may or may NOT have such a thing. It takes a medical PROFESSIONAL to diagnose.

Investigate this yourself. Google 'anhedonia'. Then seek medical help.

ConfessorGirl 02/07/2019

I have been diagnosed by a professional and I do have anhedonia. I'm on medication for all of my mental health issues but I just seem to have these days where I sink into a black hole and cant pull myself out.

WanderingVet 02/07/2019

Talk to your DOCTOR about alternatives to medication, such as TMS or ECT.

ConfessorGirl 02/07/2019

TMS? ECT?

WanderingVet 02/07/2019

Google them. They both have remarkable success rates.

jgirl883 02/08/2019

for the people who say "there must be a reason" you can say "the reason is because I have neurological chemicals that are imbalanced and not working properly, hence the basis for depression! go read a book sometime!"

growthhurts 02/09/2019

Hi ConfessorGirl, I hope you are feeling better today. Continue to lean on your support system and do things that you enjoy. Otherwise, naps work for me. They refresh me! (((hugs)))

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