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.
I've been struggling with depression since I can remember my family doesn't believe in depression my husband has depression of his own but chooses to ignore it until he blows up in rage,and all I seem to be able to do is sit there and watch myself die inside I know something has to charge but how do I get myself to start charging why do I feel so alone in a room full of people. I have panic attacks that I practically give to myself I think don't over react breath breath it's nothing serious why are you stessing like this. I've tried therapy and it worked for a while but I couldn't afford it after a couple months things were good for a while and I was able to pull myself out of the black hole I seem to live in but recently I been feeling like I'm falling back into it and I can't stop myself from falling deeper and deeper
As you have learned, .. it cannot be treated or managed by ONLY the depressed person. It REQUIRES a 2nd party ... a PROFESSIONAL (therapist, counselor, DOCTOR) and USUALLY medication. Without treatment, It is usually progressive and is VERY DESTRUCTIVE as you already know.
I have seen, in cases of marriage and both are diagnosed, either effective treatment for each or a divorce are the only ultimate choices. I urge you to get into an effective treatment plan from a professional .... and your husband definitely should also. Your mutual conditions will not get better, probably worsen, ... unless you both attain treatment.