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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What do you do to keep your depression away

MonaP
MonaP
Right now I am volunteering at Professional Business Services during tax season. It helps me to keep busy. I don't have a job right now. After tax season, I want to read more books. I want to go to the library to find some books to read. I want to be able to concentrate again. I would like to go back to school someday.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Sometimes take it moment by moment. I gather strength by myself reading, cleaning, listening to uplifting music, eating protein, acting opposite, processing thoughts. I also like to get support from my therapist and use skills when I can. I have purposes..my biggest one is my child who is school. I help my dad who is older and has cancer but who is doing okay thanks to drug.

I remember these things when depression is over me. I remember I have to walk thru the troughs like a warrior on these days and it can be very hard. But I have to.