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.
Does anyone else suffer? Do you have any information about different treatment options?
Over the past few years Ive had a dramatic increase in weight.
For the last few years Ive been on an emotional roller-coaster. My weight crept up and I constantly felt exhausted and miserable. I assumed these changes were all linked with menopause, but years after the life change I still felt depressed. I slept for 9 hours most night, but seemed to wake up exhausted and often dozed off when watching TV or reading a book. I didnt have the energy to enjoy playing with my grandchildren, which only added to my guilt. I was constantly on the brink of tears and would snap over almost anything my husband said or did. My doctor had prescribed anti-depressants, but while it levelled my moods, the tiredness didnt go away. After a frustrating few years I found I was suffering from sleep apnea which was one of the main reasons i was feeling depressed. I was put on CPAP treatment and the change was incredible. I feel so much happier and my family says its like they have the old me back again.
Over the past few years Ive had a dramatic increase in weight.
For the last few years Ive been on an emotional roller-coaster. My weight crept up and I constantly felt exhausted and miserable. I assumed these changes were all linked with menopause, but years after the life change I still felt depressed. I slept for 9 hours most night, but seemed to wake up exhausted and often dozed off when watching TV or reading a book. I didnt have the energy to enjoy playing with my grandchildren, which only added to my guilt. I was constantly on the brink of tears and would snap over almost anything my husband said or did. My doctor had prescribed anti-depressants, but while it levelled my moods, the tiredness didnt go away. After a frustrating few years I found I was suffering from sleep apnea which was one of the main reasons i was feeling depressed. I was put on CPAP treatment and the change was incredible. I feel so much happier and my family says its like they have the old me back again.
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My 6mo twin DD's are EBF and just started rice cereal on the first. Everything has been going fine except this morning one of them had a diaper rash (lots of redness around her anus). I read this as one of the signs of an allergy. BUT I did just buy a different brand diaper yesterday (which they have used randomly before w/no issues). Do you think its the cereal or the diaper? Im ready to start...
I have been told that COSA causes brain damage and heart damage at least, over a long period of time. I have had it for decades. I would not be surprised at all if it improved more things than I can imagine if I could just use it. The doctor gave me 3 months to start using it nightly or he said he would put me on oxygen instead. I see him in about 3 weeks and have not used it yet.
You have convinced me to try again, . with everything I have to keep the mask on all night. Thank you for posting.
she hasnt done anything about it.
she doesnt want to wear a mask while sleeping...
My sister thinks thats what i have, i dont have the insurance to have a sleep study so im not sure.
My doctor had tried every sleep medication there is and none have helped. Have tried many of the over the counters too, didnt work.
Im glad its working for you hon. Good luck
Hugs Lexi
Make sure you keep me posted on how it works for you.