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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Joanieslegacy 10/18/2012

Hi, I would just like to say Hey all. New to this forum but not to depression. Have battled it for years but newly diagnosed. Currently on wellbutron and not noticing a change just yet, but have not been taking it that long. Trying to get into counseling. Looking forward to meeting everyone here and hoping everyone is having a decent Thursday. :)

WishKittie 10/18/2012

Welcome to the group. I also struggle with depression as well as anxiety and panic attacks. I find this site very helpful there are a lot of people on here that have very good advice. I hope you find the support here you need. *hugs*

Joanieslegacy 10/18/2012

Thank you I appreciate your support. :)

deleted_user 10/18/2012

Welcome! I have bipolar. so I know what you mean about depression. This is a good place to be if you need someone to understand what you are going thru and if you need help or advice on something. I have been on here for yrs and I don't know what I would do without my groups on Daily Strength.

deleted_user 10/18/2012

Hello. Welcome to DS. This is a great group of people here.
Loving, caring and supportive people.

I also struggle with depression and many health issues.

Huggs and xoxo

akacountrygirl 10/19/2012

Welcome WishKittie, Feel free to post about anything....we are here for you.
Counseling is a wonderful idea. It will help you to sort things out.
Good luck.

deleted_user 10/19/2012

Hi! :)

deleted_user 10/19/2012

Hi there, welcome! :)

deleted_user 10/19/2012

Welcome to the group and I hope your thursday went well.

Smiles and hugs for you

Love
Gargoyle

Joanieslegacy 10/19/2012

Thanks for all the replies and I look forward to meeting and talking with everyone. :)

gramybear 10/19/2012

So glad you have joined us but wish it was under better circumstances! Today is Friday so I just got to read your message. It's important for the new people to know that we care and are here to support them. You probably already know this but most anti depressants take about 2 weeks to fully kick in. So hang in there and know that you have lots of support right here.

etherize 10/19/2012

Welcome! This is a pretty active group so you should be able to find people to connect with on a regular basis.

It must be a relief to finally get a diagnosis and get on some medication. A lot of people love Wellbutrin! I hope counseling works out for you, too. :-)

invisible7777 10/19/2012

Welcome I hope you find the support you are lOoking foe

deleted_user 10/19/2012

Howdy Joanie, welcome!

I can relate with the depression. I know I had it for at least 5 years before getting DX'd at the end of 2007, however, they did DX me with S.A.D in around 2001-2002 or so.

Good luck getting into counseling and, again, welcome! :)

beachside 10/20/2012

Hi, welcome to the DS community. You will find many supportive, caring and understanding people here. Many good thoughts and well wishes to you.

Joanieslegacy 10/22/2012

I appreciate all the warm welcomes. :) I have not noticed much of a change with the wellbutrin yet. It is a generic, so could be that. The doctor did increase the dosage, but it is my first bottle so guess we will see. I have a friend who has fought depression and anxiety for quite a while and swears by B12. I bought it in the pill form but she says shots are better.
I have not found counseling yet. I think it would be helpful. I live in a small town and its hard to find a good counselor.

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