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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kerryon1 04/23/2007

Don't you think? After you read below, answer this question:

DO YOU THINK YOU ARE A GOOD ACTOR/ACTRESS? Why or why not?

Like most people who know me and DON'T know I have depression would never guess that I have it! I am alway so cheery and happy you wouldn't think I was ever down! When I have told these same people eventually about my depression, they are surprised! I just tell them I'm a pretty good actress and if I was thin I could go to Hollywood! LOL.

My sister called and told me that one of the teachers at the school she teaches at killed herself over the weekend, on Sat. and so they let all the faculty know about it.

My sister doesn't have depression like I do and she said that this lady always seemed happy enough but there must be underlying things going on that we don't know about. I mentioned to my sister that those of us w/depression are all pretty good actors when it comes right down to it.

Hell, if I ever did kill myself there would be a great many that would be floored and not understand it. But those of us with depression DO understand this demon inside of us that takes away our happiness, time, activities, and sometimes life.

We haven't heard how this teacher did it yet. She had only been married (for a 2nd time) for a month! I wonder if her new husband is surprised also.

deleted_user 04/23/2007

I totally agree with you. I was just thinking about it lately, how anyone who looks at me would not be able to tell just how horrible I feel inside. And I definatley do my best to cover it up. I make sure to smile and say hi to people and I try everything in my power to fake it and it works.

deleted_user 04/23/2007

I actually have done a lot of stage work and even some tv work. So yes I am a damn good actress!

deleted_user 04/23/2007

I don't hide my depression from my friends, and if they did shy away from me, they wouldn't be my friends. My kids are not aware of it though, and I don't intend for them to find out. It's not their responsibility and I won't have them feeling guilty or worrying over me. So yes, I guess that makes me a good actress. It matters not how the teacher ended her life. Obviously she was deeply troubled and I hope her husband gets the support he needs to get through this.

deleted_user 04/23/2007

I am the same way. I think that is why it is so hard for others to even believe we have any problems and don't reach out to us when we need them to. To them we are strong, upbeat, able to handle anything. Inside we are screaming. Kinda sad, really. Sometimes I feel like a fake. But maybe I really am the happy person yearning to be free!

deleted_user 04/23/2007

i could win an oscar,with my depression,i've lived a lie for many years,and now it's all blown up in my face

deleted_user 04/23/2007

yes i think im pretty good at acting at work especially....i think thats part of my problem that ive been stuffing all the negative emotions so long, they had to eventually come back out!

ZAZAS 04/23/2007

I used to be able to put the work face on and carry on like nothing was wrong. However, I also have chronic pain, so that happy face has kinda left the building. But, I know what you mean. Did it for years, even people with visable depression perk up right before suicide.

deleted_user 04/23/2007

I agree that we who have problems are very good at faking it. I'm learning though it's when I try to fake it, it ends up becoming more than I can handle and I go into meltdowns. My kids do know about my depression and I am very lucky because they do what they can to help and I know they love and need me. It's one of the things that keeps me going, the other at this point is my cats.

deleted_user 04/23/2007

All the world is a stage and some of us perform better than others.

deleted_user 04/23/2007

I was in group discussion and the teacher told us to be honest on our feelings.

I raised my hand and told him:

Okay! it Depends on how much time you have, Do you want a lie or the truth?

So yes! I believe I'm a good actress..

deleted_user 04/23/2007

GoBlue hit the nail on the head...everyone thinks I'm happy, and positive..the girl that always sees the glass half full, the one that everyone goes to with their problems (my nickname at one of my offices is 'Dear Abby'). My boss always says 'you could write a book with all the things people tell you'. But...then...there is that person inside..Boy...I've got everyone fooled huh? Who am I really fooling? Yes...I think I could win an award for best actress too.

deleted_user 04/23/2007

I think that i am a very good actress also. However, the closer i get to people the more i tell them about how they can tell if i'm acting or not. So most of my close friends can tell when i'm acting and when i'm really actually happy.

deleted_user 04/23/2007

It's what I call 'painting on my happy face'for the world to see.Most people would never guess.Although I'm not that close to many people.I've had depression for most of my life,and it's always been my secret.I think my mother knew I had my dark days,but she never knew how extreme the problem was.My brother has no idea I have this.Everybody tells me I smile all the time.When I'm around people,I guess I do without even realizing it.It's just a nervous habit! I suppose it makes up for all the crying I do when no one's around.

deleted_user 04/23/2007

Several Oscar's and Emmy's and various other awards. People Choice, VH1 Artist of the year.....the list goes on......very talented.......thank you, thank you. Should recieve a Sundance Best Male Performance soon.

deleted_user 04/24/2007

I'm a great actress at this depression game. I wear the mask well.

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