Anxiety depression feeling of failure

52 yo male

I gate anxiety, depresion, low self estem. I feel like I can't find my place in this world. I withdraw from society and everyone I know. Thoughts of suicide are very common. I self medicate just to make it thru the day. I just want to find my purpose in life and some happiness in it.

[desiree294]

I also have anxiety, depression, low self esteem, and feelings of suicide. Do you mind me asking what you self medicate with? I used to drink alcohol every night to try and self medicate but I found it made me feel even more depressed the next day. I have since lowered my alcohol intake and it has helped a little.

[mysmugcat in reply to desiree294]

Good reply. I did the same. I went to the doctor today they are upping my meds, anti depressants. I do get counselling.

[desiree294 in reply to mysmugcat]

Good I'm glad to hear you are taking healthy actions in the right direction!

[Kobojunkie]

52 and you self medicate? What happened to seeing a psychiatrist to get medication that will actually help you live life without the symptoms of depression nothing you down?🤔

[gogogirl in reply to Kobojunkie]

I agree. Also, did you lose a job recently? Remember, you are a valuable human being, and are strong illustrated by you reaching out for help. I hope that you get support and see professionals as well.