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I can't deal with reality. I've never been able to. I've just realized this and it scares me. Dealing with depression and ocd is bad enough, but my world is so twisted. I never know what is real and what not. Lately I've been going 'off line', doing things and then later I can't remember doing them. I'm hiding this from my family, but I need some way, something to hold on to before I disappear completely.
deleted_user
A doctor is out of the question? I hope not. Hugs
meandthebeast
sorry :(
falseface
Firstly, I don't trust doctors. Secondly, they are so easy to fool. I've always been very good at reading people, so I just tell them what they want to hear and then they leave me alone. Most of the time I'm fine, I just lose it sometimes. There are many things about my depression that I'm only realizing as I get older. I have, however, been contemplating going to a doctor. I have a son now, so I guess I'll have to think about it.
deleted_user
All I can say is I wouldn't be trying to talk myself out of it if you feel like you're getting to an unsafe spot with yourself.
deleted_user
With all due respect, why go to a doctor if you're just going to fool him into thinking everything is ok? I can understand trying to help yourself on your own, but what you describe makes it appear to be extremely difficult to do that. IMHO, I think a doctor would be beneficial for you. You can always switch them until you find someone you think is on the same page as you are. Good luck to you.
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