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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LittleDalek
LittleDalek

Hello. I am new to this website but thank god I found it. I've been battling crippling depression for the past few weeks (I've been diagnosed with depression for the past 15 years). I have tried to reach out to my parents who have been supportive in the past but this time they just don't seem to understand or won't understand. I just got new health insurance and am waiting to get a much needed new therapist and psyc appointment but they are booked for a few weeks. I really need help now. I feel so lost. My sisters who also have histories with depression are trying to help as much as they can but they have their own lives and plans and I feel bad asking them for help or to listen. The same with my boyfriend. I know he wants to be there for me but I'm worried I'm a burden and a downer. I'm worried about losing the people I do have by being a burden and getting in the way of their lives. I really don't know what to do or where to go. 

LittleSadie
LittleSadie
Hi, I'm Sadie. It makes me sad to read of what you are going through, and it was making me think how upset it makes me that many times when people are struggling with mental health issues, we are put on a long waiting list. When I was looking for a new psychiatrist, many doctors could not see me for almost 2 months! I finally found a doctor who could see me sooner, but I had nearly exhausted all my resources. In the meantime I guess that we are just expected to suffer in silence. What are people supposed to do?
I can tell you what I did. I held on, I got support here on DS, I talked to my husband and family and friends when I could. I looked for solace in reading uplifting things, articles about how to deal with depression. I watched movies. I wrote in my journal. I listened to music. And above all, I tried my best to fight the despair I was experiencing. I hope you will continue to write and share, and you will get through this difficult time. Never let yourself think you are a burden, everyone goes through an illness at some point, those who truly care will be there for you. Big hugs to you.
LittleDalek
LittleDalek
Thank you for your kind words!
billwfriend
billwfriend
welcome to our corner of the internet....we hope we can help....hugglies...
gramybear
gramybear
a very warm welcome to this group. I'm so happy to hear that you are getting insurance! In the meantime, let us support you especially now and of course as long as you need. Hugs
greyhounds92
greyhounds92
welcome i hope u find these awesome group of ppl some comfort they are great people here....
imiru
imiru
First of all *bear hug* and second don't start thinking like that! If you keep telling yourself your a burden all because you need help then it will get stuck in your mind and it will become second nature to just not ask anymore.No matter how you may think your problems may seem to others, the ones you love will always do whatever they can to help. They wont look at you and think, " this isn't even that big of a deal why cant you just get over it?" You are not a burden, that is just your depression seeping into the cracks of your mind and making you feel like your problems arn't important so that it can stay the way it is. Kudos to you for getting an appointment to see a therapist and actively asking your family for help. :) I still have trouble opening up to just friends.
x.sapphire.x
x.sapphire.x
Hi! I'm new too, don't ever think you are a burden to people, they love you and want to look after you so keep strong and hang in there and know that things will get better xxxx
Minidogs2
Minidogs2
Welcome to this site and keep posting whatever you want. I think it's a good idea to have levels sharing with certain people. It helps me to talk about whatever I want on this site and with my counselor. Another level is sharing somethings but not everything in a large divorce care group. Another level is sharing somethings but not too deep with my family which is supportive. If somebody is not supportive, don't share anything of any depth because it will be at least disappointing, and may be very hurtful for you. Keep your boundaries clear.
Great idea to follow through with a therapist and possible medication this soon as possible.
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