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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saddreamer126 11/30/2016

hi,

I'm a nineteen year old, with depression since middle school. I don't think I've ever really been Happy, I've gone to multiple therapies but nothing has helped. I'm just looking to talk to people that relate. I need someone who can understand without feeling sorry for me

ms1992 11/30/2016

I've gone through depression my whole life.. I'm 24 now and it seem to have gotten worse. Some days, even a week or two are good, then the dark cloud hits. You pray? Ask for strength

BCat1000 11/30/2016

Do you take any medicine?

saddreamer126 11/30/2016

I'm not religious so I don't pray no, and I used to take Zoloft but I didn't like a medicine making me happy , I want to be happy on my own

BCat1000 11/30/2016

Unfortunately with mental illness you need some medicine. Try again please.

bridgie101 12/01/2016

Well I don't feel sorry for you but I can relate. :D

Just remember you haven't lived yet. Depression has a lot to do with disempowerment, and you've never had ownership of full power.

So maybe avoid the self help groups with the supportive attitudes, and instead go get your driver's licence, learn to speak italian, and then go bum around Europe picking grapes and shagging the local boys.

Take your mind off. I don't think young people want to wallow. i sure didn't (still don't.) i'd rather just say 'bugger this' and find a way to have a good time. Even if, at my ripe old age, having a good time is watching terrible movies on tv at home with my cats.

OMG it's happened. I'm a cat lady.

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