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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sane enuf to work?

krazykatt58
krazykatt58
I have not worked for many years because of depression. I am so low that i can't even find a job. I feel like this mental illness and bad health and my age are all against me. it use to be so easy getting a job. now i have to plan it when my husband is home. he is always telling me to get a job. i told him i would get one when i felt i was ready. he pushed me and i went for an interview for a stupid market research job , didn't get it, and just bottomed out with depression. when do you know its time to go to work when you have bee sick.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I never thought about it before, but that certainly explains why I haven't gotten a job that I've been interviewed for in a long time. :(

it's really hard to "brag yourself up" when all you can think of is negative
deleted_user
deleted_user
Well i havent worked for a year and i will not, i get so depressed and suicidal that my dr suggested ... Disability, im still fighting for disability cause its hard to prove,, but things are looking up.
I hope they do for you as well Hugs Lisa
Alphonsus
Alphonsus
I don't know about when you would know, but maybe try some volunteer work to see how you do. Volunteer at your local library or animal shelter. Get out in the world again. If you crash, you don't lose anything that way, and you know you're not ready.
Spizz80
Spizz80
Hi just an idea,but how about getting a casual volunteer job to start with then you would be under no pressure and it would get you back into the working mode at your own pace?
Spizz80
Spizz80
Snap great minds think alike alphonsus
krazykatt58
krazykatt58
i can't get over the feeling that no one in the world could possibly want me.
deleted_user
deleted_user
The world is a mighty large place, ya know. I have the same feelings... but for some -unknown- reason, people keep trying. Must be inherent to want other people :)