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.
Hello, my name is Edin and I’m new to DailyStrength. So basically last month, just a few days before my 24th birthday, I sent a text to a friend telling her that I was contemplating suicide and didn’t feel like I wanted to live anymore and she called the cops and they took me to a clinic for a mental health assessment at 2 in the morning. They suggested I go see a psychiatrist and take medication to help me with my depression and anxiety (I may even have bipolar but I’m honestly not sure). Anyways at first I accepted that I need to go for my own good as well as those around me because I’ve been feeling very depressed for over 7 years now and while the suicidal thoughts come and go, they still linger back at some point even after they go away for a while.
But then while I was looking for a good psychiatrist, I started questioning whether I wanted to go down the route of taking medication at such a young age and potentially having to do so for the rest of my life to keep my depression and anxiety issues at bay and I started to wonder whether the issue could be solved naturally instead. I’ve had digestive issues, adrenal fatigue, vitamin deficiencies, and hormonal imbalances as well so I keep thinking if I can resolve these problems then maybe I can control my depression and anxiety better without the need for medication. But at the same time it’s hard to make the changes necessary to improve my life naturally because I feel so down every day and find it hard to get any sustained interest in daily activities and life so I don’t know how I can pull it off. Even something as simple as cleaning my room or taking care of my hygiene is a real chore to get me to do, that’s how low my interest in daily life is lately. I’m not against medication but I’m not entirely sure either whether or not it’s the right course of action to take or if I just need to push myself harder to make those natural changes happen and maybe results will come over time without the need for them.
What do you guys think? Any of you been in a similar situation before and what did you do if you were?
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I take medication which is extremely useful, but I also exercise, meditate, practice yoga, manage my nutrition, as well as thyroid issues and sleep issues.
I used to think it was one or the other, but doing strictly all natural or all medication never worked. However, combining the two has proven to be very successful for me.
Wishing you peace <3
They can guide to on what is best for your he's both physically and mentally.
Medication may give you the energy and motivation to make the changes you want.
Treat it is a stepping stone to help you get to a point where you can exercise, change diet...or other natural healing paths.
Sending you light and love!
@Jane800 - Have you tried or thought about trying therapy workbooks in place of traditional therapy? I've been thinking about doing that after I probably go to a psychiatrist and get an actual diagnosis but I'm not sure if that's the route I'll go with yet.
@sonnycamehome - Thank you <3. How long did it take for you to see improvements using medication and natural changes, either together or separately?
@Tired - I probably will end up doing that, thank you!
@Scaredandafraid - How long did it take for you to see an improvement with your medication and therapy? And what kind of therapy are you doing?
@Lavender80 - I always feel like it's my fault for not being able to do more because I don't really understand how depression can affect my energy and motivation so much sometimes in the way it does even though I've had it for so long. Thank you for your positivity! <3
@Scott46 - Well in the event that I get diagnosed with bipolar I probably would have to be in it the rest of my life. I may have to either way because I've read a lot of stories about people who got off it when they felt better and that their depression returned stronger than ever afterwards. So you suggest that I get a physical first with a general practitioner and then go see a psychiatrist afterwards? Thank you for the well wishes.
But be forewarned... the beneficial effects of medication can wear off over time until you find the right one. I went thru a number of meds. They would help for a year and then stop helping but I wouldn’t recognize that they were no longer working for about a year. It can take years to find the right med. But, don’t give up. It’s worth It to keep trying. Meds will give you relief and give you the energy you need to get the rest of your life in order.
Best wishes.