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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paradise123
paradise123

I feel so emotionally exhausted. Lately I can bearly even take proper care of myself. I put on the biggest smile when loved ones are arround me, but the truth is inside I'm falling apart. The only positive is that I'm not having suicidal thoughts, I just just feel extremely depressed. Everyday getting up is struggle. The job I have is a really good job, but due to my depression small tasks seem to take too much out of me. It has gotten so bad that I have even started to self medicate with non-prescription meds. It first started with intense headaches and eventually i realised I can use them to try and numb the pain. But now I realise its just made matters worse. I now have two battles, depression and addiction. I booked myself an appointment with a doctor, and hopefully this will help me deal with my problems better,otherwise I'm afraid of where I might end up.

zaionczyk
zaionczyk
You did a good thing by realizing you are struggling with depression, and realizing that this addiction will need help - and you reached out for that help! You're doing the right things! Depression does make everything harder. it makes us worried to make mistakes, and amplifies any mistakes we make, causing us to feel like failures. But people do love you. People do understand. It won't be like this always, and you're doing a very good job to try to get better with help. I hope venting about it is helping a little. *lots of hugs and support*
rcurtis1010
rcurtis1010
I pray to you to open up to your family.. let them know what youre going through. Ask for help in time of need. I'm so thankful you are reaching out to your doctor for starters. I will keep you in my prayers. My inbox is always open if you need someone to talk to <3
fireflywing
fireflywing
You are so brave to handle your depression and addiction head-on by reaching out for help. These are all the right steps. Much support to you! Hugs
LouiseS
LouiseS
I know what you mean. Why do we feel like we need to act like everything is just fine when it really isn't. I'm trying to tell people the truth about our illness although it is hard, but my mom just can't seem to stop being a pollyanna. Maybe it's just her generation. Are you having any other physical symptoms besides the headaches? Gastrointestinal, respiratory, joint/muscle pain,etc... That could be a sign. My mom and I have depression/anxiety, IBS, and CFS caused by a chronic Enterovirus infection. Sadly only a rare few doctors are even aware of this so the vast majority of victims are often misdiagnosed with a "psychological" problem.
eli_mom
eli_mom
Hi- I’m so sorry that you are going through depression. Is there anyone that you can talk to, a friend or family that you can trust? I’m glad that you found this group, you can message us anytime, and we are here for you.
I have a friend who also says that getting up from bed every morning is a struggle. She’s also depressed for a year and then she decided to join a support group. Now she is getting better, she said a support group is a big help. She is now less lonely and not feeling alone.

I hope you will get better soon, I will be praying for you. Keep us posted. God bless.
SimpsonsOK
SimpsonsOK
I think we should be given PhD's in Pretending. Saw some recent depression med ads that showed the person holding up a smiling face for everyone else to see. Healing hugs.