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. I am new here to DS and am hoping that I can find support. I have had depression for years now resulting from years of bad boyfriends. The last one was what threw me into a downward spiral. I am a recovering drug addict and have been sober since January 18 2010. After being with men that were abusive and I had been raped twice in my life, I got very depressed and on more than one occasion tried to kill myself. I am very reserved and do not have many friends anymore mostly because of all the things that had happened before. I find it hard to trust people. I am hoping to find some friends here and a place where I can vent or discuss what is going through my mind.
We all 'look back', . but it is what is now and coming that are most important.
Be sure to check out this thread:
http://www.dailystrength.org/c/Depression/forum/9974898-ds-newcomers
Big WTG on the long stretch of sobriety.
I hope you will make some friends here and learn to move away from repeating the past in regards thooking up with abusers.
It's nice to meet you.