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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Mjay13 07/06/2020

So everything feels pointless. I have no plan, but so much thought around just letting go.

I'm in pain, daily, mentally, physically and I can't remember the last time I truly had a 'good day' some better days, times when I've laughed and felt functional.

Sometimes I wonder if I deserve to feel this way, and should just accept it and continue, maybe someone else will be spared if the clouds hover.

Sometimes I wonder why one cut, or twenty isn't enough... why pain remains there, but is now assisted by guilt, shame and self consciousness.

I don't want to be without the people I truly love and care about. But I don't want to burden them either. It's all just on top of me and I can't switch off the dark thoughts anymore

Squirt 07/06/2020

I know exactly how you feel. It’s so difficult trying to navigate the emotions that we feel. I feel that I’m at the end but I keep on pushing forward but I’m drained of energy. Each day is just a continuation of the on before. I have no more answers. I’m at the end of my rope. My dr has brought up tms last time I visited him. Sounds like a snake oil salesman to me. I don’t know what to do. Everyone keeps Ellington me to tough it out and pull myself up by my bootstraps and move on. These are people who don’t know the depths of despair. I’m just circling the drain right now

Mjay13 07/06/2020

I’m sorry you are struggling so and that people are not giving you the right support. I hope you find that you can always reach out to me on here. I hope you’ll find any treatment you receive a help

Secouya 07/06/2020

Mjay. I have had pain most of my life, having 5 knee surgeries and now a 6th. Also from shattering the lower part on my spine and fracturing my neck 27 years ago. I had major surgery which put me back together, but the pain is always with me. I also have depression and anxiety related to PTSD.. Don't be afraid to try TMS. I know a few people who say it’s helped them a lot. For my pain I attend a pain management support group. Sometimes it helps to hear from other people who suffer chronic pain and what they have tried. Have you attended DBT for your depression? There is also Ketamine for pain and depression, but it is quite extreme. I hope you find something that helps you.. Hugs.

midnightdreamer 07/07/2020

I understand the pain and despair... the seeming pointlessness of it all. I have felt that hovering cloud bearing down on me, breathing on the back of my neck. But I've been on this path long enough to know that there is light ahead. You will find it. You are not alone, sister.

Mjay13 07/08/2020

Thank you all. I just wish there was an easy way to overcome the challenge

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