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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seclusion

angelite
angelite
i've noticed i am secluding myself from everyone in my life. i've had friends attempt to call me and i ignore their call. but at the same time, i do want to talk to them.... but i don't?

lately the only people i have been communicating with is everyone here at DS. been down again lately, don't know what is wrong with me....
deleted_user
deleted_user
It's normal. You're lonely, but you want to be alone. It's ok. You're gonna get better and the world will be waiting for you.
sja
sja
Are you new? When I first joined DS, this happened to me, then some of the newness wore off, and now I have been able to have a healthy balance. Ds is kind of adicting, though.
angelite
angelite
no, been here about 6 months or so... go through stages where i am hardly on here at all... but lately my friends on here are the only wants i want to reach out to.
sja
sja
Maybe you are just going where you feel the most comfortable and supported. There is nothing wrong with that. Do what feels best for you.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I feel the same way... I having been pushing people out. The problem is, I feel like I need someone to push back. I hate that. I hate that I want someone to try to save me. What I hate more is that no one wants to do it...
deleted_user
deleted_user
It's the depression that's causing you to seclude yourself. Nature of the bully. Sometimes, even the closest friends cannot help you when you are feeling down. If they've never experienced depression, it's hard for them to understand. Don't worry, sweetie. You can talk to us on DS till you feel better. If they were true friends to begin with, they will still be there when the "storm" passes.
deleted_user
deleted_user
i hope you get to feeling better sweety hugs xoox
deleted_user
deleted_user
I'm not sure why, but it's comforting to know that others feel the same way. I tend to think I'm the only one in the world feeling the way I feel.
deleted_user
deleted_user
part and parcel for some with depression...isolation.
i tend to isolate, as well..the only "fix" i've found is..FORCE. i force myself to go out..i force myself to answer the phone.
causes some heated arguments with myself lol..but when the "well" Diane wins...it's a lot better. xoxoxo