Stay away from fb unless you find some pages, like "positively positive" that lift you up not bring you down. Keep in mind half of the time all you see on a friends page isn't 100% true. They're showing off like they're living in a perfect world with a perfect life; we all know there's no such thing!

I've been battling some form of depression off and on for the past 20+ years. Some years are okay, some are just plain awful. I didn't want to get on meds, but a couple years ago I had to because I was sinking so much I was about to drown. Maybe try a counselor to talk to, or a psychiatrist so you can talk about meds. Just don't do it all alone.

I have found out that family isn't always the best route to go in terms of trying to feel better. Sometimes they do more harm than good, IMHO. Maybe you could find some activities to do to get you away from staring at 4 walls all day. Heck I go to my local library for about an hour or so just so I can ease my mind some from going insane! Sending hugs xx

I remember past posts of yours and can relate to your struggle. I'm in bed a lot myself and am always fighting the depression like it's a daily battle. Can you move back to your old apartment? Or find something else that you like better? And FB really can be a trigger so keep that in mind.

Are you taking any antidepressants? I'd be in bed all day too (in fact I was for a period when I was "diagnosed" with chronic fatigue--what a joke!). Do you exercise and try to maintain a healthy diet? These make a tremendous difference. Just getting out for short walks, building up gradually is great, especially if you can listen to uplifting music while you're doing so. Also, don't isolate yourself. That's when we focus entirely on ourselves and develop a skewed picture of life. Get into a support group, ideally a 12-step one that focuses on helping others and getting the attention off ourselves. Stay off FB--develop real relationships with real people. There are wonderful people out there who truly care. Hope this helps!

I could move back to my old apt. I still have it until the end of this month. It's 6 hours away though and I spent thousands of dollars to move. I was depressed down there too so moving probably isn't the answer. All this has showed me is that it isn't always greener on the other side. I'm still depressed after all that work I did. New job, new apt, new city. I miss my ex and life just doesn't seem worth living anymore without him.

I sent you a friend request ..I don't know if you rember me but we use to be friends ........it is good to here from you I am so sorry you are having such a hard time .....face book is not always the best place to be ..on .....I don't go on to often ......and try to keep just family on there but it is hard .....and there are so maney adds now .....I do have a cupple of friends that send very uplifting mesages ..I read those .........please take very good care of your self ..I keep you in my prayers .....I am very happy I have found you ....God bless

Sorry you're feeling so depressed. Sounds like you would benefit from therapy and possibly medication. I am doing better with both. Depression is a terrible battle to fight but there is hope to do much better. Be determined to get whatever help you need and don't keep to yourself. Your life is very important.

Don't give up on yourself. Yes, depression sucks and it seems endless without help. If you're not limited why not give therapy and/or medicines a chance. This is a really good group, but not all the answers are for everyone; you are doing an excellent job by reaching out! This is a place for talking things out and members here do listen. Believe me when I say that, please.
Keep updating and keep reaching out. Someone is always here to help, make suggestions, listen, talk and share our problems, we know 'cause we are experiencing similar problems.
Take care.