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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Sldjack
Sldjack

feeling so overwhelmed being diagnosed with a chronic illness. I've been rushed to the hospital due to depression and anxiety. Can anyone share what has helped them cope? I've lost all hope for a good life. I'm home alone, my husband works often. I'm glad to be part of this group now. 

lighttheway
lighttheway
Hi Sldjack..I'm sorry to hear your feeling so low,but glad your getting some help at the hospital.Also sorry to hear about your chronic illness.I cope with hope and faith.which personally I cant have one without the other.And my kids keep me going.I'm glad you are here.We are all important people,something special and unique within each of us.keep coming here for support ,dont isolate if possible.You will make some friends here and having that support can make a big difference. hugs
Sldjack
Sldjack
I'm so scared that I will feel this terrible for the rest of my life. Thank you for your support.
sonnycamehome
sonnycamehome
Feelings come and go...they never last forever so rest assured better days are ahead. Glad to have you in the group!
HeartDX
HeartDX
I am new to the group. I will friend you. Sorry you feel alone.
shihonage
shihonage
Look into Abraham-Hicks videos on Youtube.
bigtimefun
bigtimefun
welcome to our corner of the internet....we all have challanges...I know that depression and anxiety suck and I think for those we need professional help....so it sounds like coming here is a step into the suggestions of making new friends....friends help us vent and here this is a safe place to vent anything at all...if anyone gets nasty with you then report them for abusing the rules of the road of DS....
I am glad you went to hospital...are you still there?
bridgie101
bridgie101
being terrified about the future is a real sign of anxiety. We see a direction, you know, they way things are going right now, and we draw a line through it and that line is straight so it just goes down and down....

-- --- --- We fail to take into consideration that directions always change. Something new comes along. Something changes. What I do and my mother taught me this, is when I have a time in my life when something isn't working - to look for the thing that I can do now, that I would never be able to do if things were any other way. If you can find that thing, and develop and explore it, it means this time isn't wasted for you. And when things finally change, you will have something in your bag of tricks to take on your way. -- --- --- -- You are not the only person responsible for change in your life. Changes (for better and worse) will happen to you from outside. Just keep doing good things, and they will eventually catch up with you. :)
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