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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adh119 08/12/2017

with this depression and everything it’s making me question everything. I question if people are mad at me, makes me feel like anything I do is so wrong.. it’s affecting my relationship with my bestfriend and I’m not sure how to make it better. She’s so patient with me and say she’s here but I’m such a burden to people, especially her, idk how to stop it because I can see how it’s affecting her and how annoying I am and how she’s trying to be patient and there for me but I am gonna ruin this with my bestfriend. Idk how to be better and stop being such a burden and I’m so hurt.. how do I make this better? How will I get better?

sharaninmd 08/12/2017

You are fortunate to have such a good friend. She told you she was there for you. True friends are always there for one another during good times and bad times. All you can do is tell your bestfriend how much you appreciate her support. I checked your profile and don't know if you are an adult or under age. Do you see a professional doctor and or a therapist? If you are an adult I would recommend that you contact a psychiatrist for evaluation and diagnosis. They can recommend a therapist for you. If you are under age, tell your parents that you have something important to talk to them about. Let them know how you are feeling and tell them that you think you need to see a professional doctor and therapist or counselor.

adh119 08/12/2017

Yeah I’m 19.. I’m working right now to get into therapy but my insurance is being a pain.. but I almost got it figured out.. she’s amazing just feels like I’m gonna mess it all up and push her away by this. Im constantly worrying if she hates me or is mad and me asking all the time is definitely not good but I can’t help it. I’m trying, she knows and I’m so thankful for her but I still feel like such a burden

v428 08/12/2017

I've pushed away a best friend before and it was mostly due to doubting that she cares and feeling like a burden. So as much as you want to know all the time, don't constantly ask her if you are upsetting her/ being a pain, as it will only make things worse. Try to give her space when she needs and just be there for her like she is for you.

adh119 08/12/2017

That’s exactly what I’m scared of doing.. I know it’s pain for me to keep asking but I gives me such anxiety to not ask 10 times in 5 minutes.. I just want to be sure.. she is understanding and talks me down and out of asking and calms me but It takes so much to do that constantly.. I wish I wasn’t like this

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