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.
Hello all!
I am new here and thought I would introduce myself.
I saw a new psyc doc today (my 3rd) and he started me on Lexapro and Klonipin, along with the Wellbutrin and Niravam that I am already taking.
I have had so many changes and loss this past year and I am more depressed than ever. I just can't see my way out of this. I have so many dreams that I feel will never be realized because I don't have the emotional energy to get anything done. I do nothing, yet I'm exhausted. I have struggled with depression for many years, but it just seems to be getting worse despite medication.
I would appreciate any advice and would also love to find some friends to chat with. My husband is a truck driver and gone often, so I get lonely and don't have anyone to talk to. I would really appreciate some friends that I can chat with that understand what I am going through.
I look forward to sharing with, and getting to know you.
I am new here and thought I would introduce myself.
I saw a new psyc doc today (my 3rd) and he started me on Lexapro and Klonipin, along with the Wellbutrin and Niravam that I am already taking.
I have had so many changes and loss this past year and I am more depressed than ever. I just can't see my way out of this. I have so many dreams that I feel will never be realized because I don't have the emotional energy to get anything done. I do nothing, yet I'm exhausted. I have struggled with depression for many years, but it just seems to be getting worse despite medication.
I would appreciate any advice and would also love to find some friends to chat with. My husband is a truck driver and gone often, so I get lonely and don't have anyone to talk to. I would really appreciate some friends that I can chat with that understand what I am going through.
I look forward to sharing with, and getting to know you.
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I know exactly what you're talking about with your feelings. It's been so many years, so many meds, and so much pain.
But don't give up, feeling better is just an emotion away. It's hard to see out of the darkness when you're in it.
We're all here for you.
This is truly a site for good people. Its scary to be in the "pit", try and stay as positive as possible and look for the light.
Welcome aboard! I think you will like us and we will like you.
I have had 3 psychiatrists in the last year but all that happened was that I was shuffled around in the same office. I also see a psychologist in this same office.
I've taken Lexapro and Klonopin but have had no experience with Wellbutrin or Niravam. I didn't like the Klonopin so I didn't take it very long--maybe 2 wks. I loved the Lexapro but I was in a lot of pain from depression so I asked my doctor to let me try Cymbalta. The Cymbalta works as good on the emotional symptoms as the Lexapro; but it took care of the pain too.
I've been where you are with changes and loss, in my most recent past. I was taking care of my X husband who is seriously ill and dying and the whole time I'm helping him, he is verbally and emotionally abusive to me; but I've left him for good. I have become very distrusting of people and isolated myself. I don't have the emotional or physical energy to get things done so I hermit up in the house all of the time. I don't even have many dreams left.
I am a very lonesome person and friendless. If I didn't have the people on this support site, I think I'd go insane. More than anything, I wish I could pick up my phone and call a friend to come over for pizza and sodas. I could definitely use a good chat buddy. I will send you a message with my instant messaging addresses and you can let me know if we have a compatible service.
I hope you feel better soon.
Most of us have felt what you are feeling and it will get better.
I have heard of taking two or three psych drugs at a time - but four -that is a lot. But if it works, and you don't have any significant reaction, do what the dr. says!!
Thanks!!!