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.
I've been very depressed these past 4 months. I've actually been depressed for years but I relocated to another city and state in mid January. My depression got very bad after early 2004. I relocated to have a better quality of life but my depression has been so bad that I think it just got worse in certain respects after I moved here. I haven't been interested in doing any of the things I had planned on doing since moving to a bigger city. I've been kind of isolated only having my son to be around and talk to. I've talked with my bf over the phone. But I'm really at a loss for friends to go out with and talk to. I'm very lonely. I feel as if there is nothing to look forward to.
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I sort of know how you feel. I am trying to make myself go out and do things out of the house even if I feel I just want to stay indoors. it's scary moving to a new place and it will take time to get use to it. try to make yourself so a little thing that gets you out and talking to people and it could help you feel a bit less lonely.
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It can be hard moving to a new place and not having any friends there.You need to find things you like to do and find a place to do them. Even if it is just walking around the block.Sitting still and thinking about how bad you feel is not good. I have been depressed a long time. I sleep everyday after work because i dont think i have anything to look forward to. I started school in september and this has helped me from thinking about how lonely i am.Take your son out and do things with him. I f you would like tot talk more just contact me.
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I just moved myself (new state) and I know how overwhelming it can be. Can you go for a walk or anything? Give yourself time, this sort of transition is hard.
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I know this might sound odd, but when I moved, I found that not knowing anyone was a really good way to start a fresh. Whereas before, I was reluctant to leave the house because of the people who knew me, I felt really anti-social and had low self-esteem. When I moved, I realised I tried to go out and talk to people (like at work), I made an effort to laugh and smile and joke, and to my suprise it worked. I made some friends. x
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