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.
Over the last few months I have been dealing with a lot of issues which have been impacting my work, sleep, mind, etc. My inability to focus has been very difficult to deal with especially at work. I saw my neurologist thinking thinking that MS is causing me cognitive issues, but that didn't explain the lack of sleep, anxiety, and emotional outbreaks. I realized i was dealing with much more than MS but also dealing with some wounds of the past, abandonment from my oldest boys as a result of a divorce (4-5yrs), dealing with a new job which did not turn out as it was originally described, and now dealing with a boss who is out to get me.
Adding it all up and I finally realized I have a real problem that is bigger than I can deal with by myself. I contacted not only my neurologist, but my doctor, a therapist, and have also scheduled an appointment with a psychologist. I feel fortunate that i have a wonderful wife and supporting medical team who are helping me through this. Never been one for taking medications but to be honest I don't know what condition I would be in without them.
Sleep has been a blessing as just by feeling more rested helps a lot. I have a ways to go to get through all this but I have chosen not to give up. I have too much on the line, wife, family, friends. Sometimes it is very easy to take the easy way out and end it all. I guess not easy but it does end the pain. One has to think not only of themselves but of those loved ones around them.
Wish me luck on my journey through this. I wish you all luck as well...
Adding it all up and I finally realized I have a real problem that is bigger than I can deal with by myself. I contacted not only my neurologist, but my doctor, a therapist, and have also scheduled an appointment with a psychologist. I feel fortunate that i have a wonderful wife and supporting medical team who are helping me through this. Never been one for taking medications but to be honest I don't know what condition I would be in without them.
Sleep has been a blessing as just by feeling more rested helps a lot. I have a ways to go to get through all this but I have chosen not to give up. I have too much on the line, wife, family, friends. Sometimes it is very easy to take the easy way out and end it all. I guess not easy but it does end the pain. One has to think not only of themselves but of those loved ones around them.
Wish me luck on my journey through this. I wish you all luck as well...
Good luck with everything.
HUGE HUGE HUGE HUGS ~~
LMT
You are doing the right thing by reaching out for help. I can entirely relate to the lack of sleep and emotions.
I too reached out and went on different medications to help with the depression, stress and sleep. I'm in a MUCH different place from where I was two months ago! Keep working with your team and know that, as the old saying goes, "this too shall pass"
Thanks so much!