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.
So, this is my first post in this group. To start, I should probably say that I have no idea if I have major depression or bipolar. I've been diagnosed with both as I've been to see people in the psychology field for the past ten years. With that I have pretty much given up on as it isn't the therapy I'm looking for where you actually use tools instead of getting medicated like crazy.
On to what I was saying!
Okay, so I have for the past few years been dealing with some shit in my life. Haven't we all?
1. Lately, I have been battling my health that doesn't agree with me: fibromylgia, carpal/tarsal, shit physically wrong with my brain, my mental state.
2. I haven't been able to keep a job: anxiety and health.
3. My car breaking down, getting a new car and also breaks down.
4. Not living on my own --> bf and I both don't have funds to live on our own and live with his mom.
I basically am in the state of: I hate myself, I want to give up, and I'm overwhelmed.
P.S. Not suicidal
On to what I was saying!
Okay, so I have for the past few years been dealing with some shit in my life. Haven't we all?
1. Lately, I have been battling my health that doesn't agree with me: fibromylgia, carpal/tarsal, shit physically wrong with my brain, my mental state.
2. I haven't been able to keep a job: anxiety and health.
3. My car breaking down, getting a new car and also breaks down.
4. Not living on my own --> bf and I both don't have funds to live on our own and live with his mom.
I basically am in the state of: I hate myself, I want to give up, and I'm overwhelmed.
P.S. Not suicidal
First of all welcome to the group! Lots of good people here.
A good diagnosis is a great place to start, but I am aware that some of us have complicated issues that make it hard to get a proper dx. Keep trying! Normally a good dx comes before therapy, but since it has eluded you, perhaps starting therapy "early" is the way to go. Learn coping methods for the various issues you face.
I do know that breaking my problems up into smaller ones is a good thing to do. It lets me focus on smaller issues that I can wrap my head around.
Again welcome!
Gentle hugs.