Depression Support Group

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what to do?

mary1145
mary1145

im not sleeping but only 1 hr a night. today im depressed and very bored to death. im a stay at home wife, no kids in the household either. my husband works all the time, so im lonely alot. i try to stay busy but goodness.i just dont want to be depressed, bored, and no sleep. 

Thor2008
Thor2008
Try working out or doing some crafts to take your mind off your depression.. I do this a lot.
peterthegreat
peterthegreat
If you cannot sleep often, you should see a doctor. Need to find out what is the reason.
If you are bored, you can start a business from you hobby. Youtube have videos teaches that.
Tired
Tired
Can you volunteer using the computer or telephone?
And go out and volunteer when it's safer.
Community LeaderWanderingVet
WanderingVet
Sleep deprivation can be a serious thing .... stimulating depression. If it doesn't improve in a few more days see a doctor. Seriously.
maria718
maria718
I was having the same problem, then I realized it's because I'm not active in the daytime anymore. I used to take classes, go to a gym, shopping, etc. Now going to the supermarket is an event.

I'm also home all day alone, like you are. Tomorrow I'm going shopping at an outlet where I can walk around a lot and stay out all day. Then I'll sleep better. Just try keeping active, and in addition to helping you sleep, you'll feel better mentally too.
richierich
richierich
I hope you feel better soon, we are here to keep you company too.!
mary1145
mary1145
thanks to all of you guys
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