I do the same. It's addictive. It's the only place I can go where I don't hurt. The dr. prescribes me meds to help me sleep. I tend to double up and use them all in one or two weeks because I keep myself knocked out all weekend...Of course that means the last 2 weeks are the pits till I can get more meds.
Have a bad habit of over medicating myself. hoping some time I accidentally go too far...

I try to sleep as much as possible, it's the only way to escape from the pain.

I mix alcohol with Xanax to kill the pain. Hopefully, I won't do a Thomas Kinkade, the artist who died by doing what I do. One night last week, I slept 13 hours. Wait, that was when I tried to give up drinking and took Vitsaril to curb the cravings. Regardless, I usually wake up groggy and irritable. I can't remember the last time I had a hangover. I can't have caffeine because it triggers panic attacks.

I was once trained in crisis intervention. They instructed me to tell people who were depressed or suicidal to sleep.

Sleep on and I hope you feel better.

I do that on my days off. Because I don't want to be here. Then when I do wake up I get so upset with myself for not getting anything done that I cry all day. It's like a vicious circle. I really really don't like it but sometimes all I can do is stick my face back into the pillow.

yup I do the same...Just got through sleeping over 12 hours straight. Checked in with people to let them know I am ok...and now getting ready to sleep again.

Getting out of bed is the hardest thing sometimes - especially at weekends when there's no reason to get up. Often I don't even sleep, I just lie there with the covers over my head wishing I could do that forever...

I've been oversleeping this past week, too. I use it as an escape but I'd rather if I had the energy and motivation to do things to make me feel better. Sometimes I think it's because I'm afraid of reality. I tend to feel better when I don't oversleep but it's just too tempting sometimes. I hope everyone that's talking about pills and alcohol is really careful. I know very well that depression is awful but I KNOW it gets better. So be careful everyone!

Sleep and cry. Sleep and cry. That's all I can seem to do. No one gives a crap, really. I understand... sleep is the only time I don't feel pain and anguish. The last two weeks have been hell. BUT, just reading there are others feeling the same way does make me feel a bit better. I'm not alone. My kids are the only thing that keep me pushing in this life.

I know the feeling well. When I am sleeping, I feel no physical or emotional pain. Sleeping is a good outlet but just remember, our days are numbered.

I'm either sleeping or lying in the couch. This is not living.

No... it's not living. I'm guilty lately too. Yesterday, I PUSHED myself to go to a friend's birthday dinner at a restaurant. I did feel better, but the minute I got home, I wanted to sleep again. Going to work today was hard, but I did it and I am feeling better tonight. ...Just keep PUSHING! And remember, we are NOT alone! ...take a nice bath. Go for a walk, even if it's really short. Put some makeup on. Call someone and talk, even if you don't let them know you're feeling depressed, it will help.... I sent a message to all three of my sister's on Saturday night and told them I was in a horrible place. They all answered me and one, the one who is dealing with breast cancer right now (someone ALWAYS has it worse!) called me last night and talked to me for an hour. ...Get off the couch, or bed, and do something if only for 10 minutes! God did not put us here to be so depressed and discouraged! and most of all, find SOMETHING to smile about! Look in the mirror and tell yourself you are worth fighting for and tell yourself you love YOU! ...praying for everyone who posted on here! Love and hugs!

Yup I do it too!B/c of being depressed, b/c of my E.D. but mostly to escape from him!;-(

Yep I hear you. I do it too when very depressed.

Blanket therapy.