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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imworkingonit
imworkingonit

hey guys. I found this website through a crisis hotline. I recently moved away from my family. I was diagnosed with depression almost ten years ago. I’ve been battling with this for so long... I’m so tired. I feel so alone. I’m just so sick of doing this. Anyone else out there just so absolutely worn down and feel like they can’t take it anymore?

red47640
red47640
Yes, at least I've been there many times before, and will probably be there again. Sometimes it just takes admitting I'm in way over my head and can't take it anymore for me to recover. It's like I'm so low at that point that the only way I can go is up from there. Sorry, that probably makes no sense. But that temporary admit of defeat for me seriously is like washing the slate clean. And then I take a bath or a shower, take a deep breath, go to sleep, wake up next morning and try again. Do you have any support where you're living now? I also moved away from my family a few years ago, and establishing a support system where I live now was crucial. Mine is basically composed of a mental health services center and several friends. Hope things work out for you and welcome :-)
Heidiclark
Heidiclark
I have been batling this for 25 years with no break. So yes I am tired of it every day but I have to keep going for my son and my husband. And I am lucky to have good friends and family to support me. Just wondering why you moved away from family....?
AYoung
AYoung
Around ten years ago I could relate, there was nothing you could tell me that made sense; outside of suicide. I was done, so tired, without hope and no prospects. I was lucky enough to have not only a mentor, but access to group therapy. Having people around me who knew exactly what was going on was so refreshing….it worked for me, I don’t know if it’d be advisable for you, but group provides a great opportunity for a multitude of options and solutions.

By all means, this isn’t THE solution, but it is one within a multitude of possibilities, and with therapy I was able to develop a toolbox capable of dealing with depression, suicide, and infidelity. Give it all that you have, go to church, go to your therapist, whatever you need to do in order to get yourself on your feet. WE need you and you are an IMPORTANT person, DO NOT give in. Keep moving forward, each minute, each hour, each day is a victory! Fortunately, I overcame it and developed a fantastic foundation in which to build a lifetime of success. If I can do it, a weakling, you certainly CAN!!! What do you think?