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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FaireFae 03/13/2016

I feel like I wanna cry all the time and abnormal I wanna punch a punching bag or something. Usually , I'm pretty calm even when I'm sad. But I actually cried at my job for the second time this week.

muskrattiger 03/13/2016

i am sorry to here you are going through such hard times ...I went through much the same thing ....but I cried for years ...and got angry ..but only when no one was there to see me .....I dident go for help ...I don't know why ...but I weated untill it was to late and ended up shutting dowen ..just befor that I was crying in front of others ........don't weaight to long to get help ...if you aren't already ....and if you are ...getting help ..than ...tell your councled what is going on ..if you are on meds ..you might need to .adjust them ...I just went through getting off one med and going on a nother one and it made a huge diferance .........take very good care of your self ...do somthing ...good for your self ......I will keep you in my prayers ...God bless

Heidiclark 03/14/2016

I am sorry you are having such a hard time. Are you taking meds for the depression and seeing a therapist? Those are the things I would suggest. Stay positive. Stay connected. Use this group for support and post as often as you want. We are here for you. You are not alone.

Diane-M 03/14/2016

HUGE hugs! Would you believe I cry at my job so often that people don't even seem to question it anymore? And i seriously think a punching bag is a great idea. I told my husband I want one. The anger gets so bad, and I have started throwing and breaking things, A punching bag is preferable.

But perhaps instead of a punching bag, there is something else you can try? A walk? Punching a pillow? Even jumping jacks...anything to get that anger out.

ThePepperMan 03/14/2016

Perhaps take a karate class? My daughter and I took one years ago; they focused on personal strength as well as teaching us how to fight.

I never used the fighting skills in a fight!

But learning how to stay focused when angry can be a huge life skill to have.

I am sorry that you are feeling so overwhelmed.

FaireFae 03/14/2016

Thank you all for the responses.
I am not currently seeing a theripst, my insurance doesn't cover it. I had seen one at the dawn center for awhile , but my counselor left and the lady who replaced her was not... I don't know how to explain. I Think She was There for a pay check.

I have actually , been exersising 5 days a week currently. I have been doing some of the DVD ' S in p 90 x - not well. But it's a start. I am having a huge issue with this anger thing. I thought about Martial arts before , but the only reason I have not joined is I honestly do not have a competative bone in my body. I'd never go up in belt size because as much as I want to learn to defend myself in case my x shows up.... I really feel uncomfertable laying my hands on another person.

I did do something good for myself. Today me and my sister went to a theme park for Harry potter. I hate Jelly beans but I bought the box of every flavored bean. Despite my disgust for general jelly beans.. I find them rather fun because it's a mystery.

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