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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Scared of depression?

Dixe4me
Dixe4me
Do you ever feel scared of your depression? You know, it's that spot right between you know you are falling off into that bottomless pit and there is nothing you can do. I've been in the deepest recesses of that pit and I don't want to go back! I'm scared. I'm lonely....have no no family to help, I'm just ..........................................
toddi
toddi
Aww, Dixie. I'm so sorry you are in that spot. Yes, I have often felt terrified of my depression. I spent two decades in the deepest pits of depression to the point where I went to hospitals for treatment 10 times. I've been out of the deep recesses of depression for a year now, mainly from working a 12-step program on a daily basis. I'm on meds, see a dr. and therapist, but getting my addiction in order was a key for me.
beachside
beachside
I am very sorry you feel this way Dixe, hope you feel better soon. I very much know the feeling you are expressing here; many of us have had this feeling at one time or another. You are not alone.

Sending good vibes your way......hugs
deleted_user
deleted_user
Oh yes ive been hospitalized 3 or 4 times i forget the exact number. Been recovering since sept 2010 but its been hard and i have nightmares that im back in that place as ive been feeling really low lately and i feel myself getting deeper into the black hole. I have dreams where everyone around me is thinking im crazy and then im back in hospital :(

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gordonrussell
gordonrussell
I used to be terrified when I started to fall AGAIN into that frightful pit , but after one or two recoveries I realised that if I thought that it was all over at last and NO more relapses , I was only making each fall harder.
I don't know why , because I have been terrified before in that horrible situation, but I keep thinking as I write this that old quote "we have nothing to fear but fear itself".
Love , hugs and Best Wishes and good vibes.
leeigh
leeigh
Even when I am well I am scared of this. When I know I am falling the fear is as bad as the illness. Know that you are not alone.
mollgirl
mollgirl
You are not alone. I feel like that alot. I feel like that now. I just keep trying to overcome. Hugs to you.
Dixe4me
Dixe4me
Thanks everyone. I think it is hardest when your alone. My dh was home the last couple of days and that has helped, and knowing I have friends here and people who understand. So TY all:)