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
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i was molested as a child and every since i have been fighting constant depression. i have no friends to talk to when i need someone. it is ruining my relationship. i was told this morning that if i don't change i'm gone. he's been very patient with me for 4 yrs. now. i let my housework and myself go. my house looks like shit and so do i. i'm gaining weight, i don't do my make-up, i just fill so bad so tired. can't afford a doctor. so i'm trying to see if just having someone to talk to when i need them will help me. i hope so. please someone!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I can try to help since I suffer from depression too and have let my housework go and myself go at times. We are the same age too...Do you qualify for any assistance programs that can get you into a doctor?
deleted_user
deleted_user
People here will listen. Just give us a chance.
deleted_user
deleted_user
here for you. you have come to the right place. ds is full of great people and support. im feeling the same way at min my self.x.x.xx
bebu
bebu
Sounds like what is happening to me too, no longer take care of myself or my apartment. Is there anyway you can get some kind of therapy and take your honey with you?? It may also help you to know that you are not alone with the way you are feeling, and people here are really good at supporting others - most of us have been where you are, and alot are still there.
Testycatlady
Testycatlady
You've done the rite thing. If you need to chat, just post that you need to chat on the discussion board. People will chat with you. If you need a friend, feel free to call me one.
Hugs.
deleted_user
deleted_user
my wife was the same for years, and still has good/bad days, shes been coming to terms with the abuse she suffered as a child 2. She has had a few sessions with a councellor but found a book called something like "How to heal yourself" a real help. unfortunately i cannot remember the author or be sure that was the exact title but i will check when i get back home tonight and post it here
deleted_user
deleted_user
the 2 books that helped her are:

The courage to heal by ellen bass & laura davis

and

You can heal your life by louise l. hay
deleted_user
deleted_user
Shame and guilt from sexual abuse are huge to get over. DON'T Let anyone say, "Just Get Over It.'' cuz it isn't done that way. I started to go to group/therapy a little over a year now to hellp me cope as I too have suffered from depression for most of my life and I see a counselor at a Rape and Abuse Center. I am starting to cry and I hate it but my friend who has been working on this for a LONG time said this is me getting in touch w/ my feelings and the person b4 this halppened. IT ISN't A PIECE of CAKE but if I can someday love my self the way I should, I guess it is worth it. Especially since I have two boys who need a mom to be there unlike my mother who ran away when life got tough. Take care and do what you think is best. I know support group has helped me. Peace and Love. DT
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