Well, you have a computer. Do what I do. I search the web all day. I read things on the internet.

Actually, I just realized I could have written your post. I am just like you! I do not work anymore (I am on Disability). I don't have any hobbies. I have cats that I play with a little bit. I watch T.V. while on my lap top computer.
The difference is I'm not bored!

Big Hugs to you!!

I am just like you!
I don't work cause of Chronic Pain and I'm on Disability Insurance to survive. I don't have the energy or I am too depressed to do anything.
I use the computer with the TV on in the background and sometimes I talk on the phone to friends. I feel lost and lonely.

I just wanted to day I am in the same situation as you and I hate it.

Ecca

I think computer's are a god send. How many of us are so lonely and can only get that social contact over the internet. Reaching out on DS to others for help, or to help and encourage others, is a great way to keep busy. Get outside,even if its just a walk to your mailbox or soak up some sun. Talk to your doctor about maybe changing or upping your meds. I had to do that recently again. It took almost a year for us to find something that really work's.
(Hugs to you!)

It sounds like money's a bit tight for you, but have you looked into some free gyms or fitness centers near you? So many people on here (including me lol) talk about how wonderful the effects of exercise can be on depression, and at the very least, you could use up an hour or so, you know?

Just an idea. I hope you can find something soon :)

Although I've been a member since Dec. this is my first post, I too, was recently diagnosed with severe depression. I have been on cymbalta for many years with good results. But between having sleep apnea, fibromyalgia, and acid reflux, and getting no real relief from anything mydepression just kept deepening and I felt mo one (meaning doctors were hearing me). I finally went back To the one that origianlly put me on the cymbalta and she added abilify, the minimum right now, and what a difference. At least I can move now. And I feel like doing some laundry and dishes. Which I haven't cared about for some time. I agree the lonliness is killing sometimes. that's when I come here and read. It helps sometimes just to read about otheres and know I'm not alone. What I'm wondering is can anyone tell me how to go about looking into social security disability? My husband was out of work for a year and has been back to work now for 6 months thank God, so we're are doing ok. But my medical and prescriptions bills get pretty steep and we're just regrouping so I though maybe I could look into the disability. I would appreciate any sugggestions. Thank you all for the supposrt you give to everyone!!
Hugs to all! Sorry this is so long I'll to keep it shorter next time

I'm trying to get on disability because I tried to work but I couldn't focus and concentrate. I tried to work last month but my mental illness get in the way. I am suffering from major depression and borderline personality disorder.

Sorry Mona.. I really know what you mean. I do work though 5 hrs a day.. I would go crazy if not for my job.. Way to much time on myhands..

You're definitely not alone in this. I too have major depression and anxiety disorder. I'm having "one of those days" myself today. One thing that helps me is researching my conditions on the web and trying alternative treatments, which seem to be helping me. I currently take a supplement called Rhodiola Rosea along with Aurum Metakicum, which is gold in its pure chemical form, both available through vitamin shoppe. Still depressed just not an emotional cripple anymore. Take a look and Talk to your Doc first. Good Luck, hope you feel better soon.