New here

[2018Harmony]

Just need to know I am not alone with this dreaded

Depression & anxiety & not crazy like my family thinks.

[Sandia]

You are not alone here. We all are experiencing some sort of mental health challenge. I experience anxiety/panic and you are not crazy.

[Agora1]

It's unfortunate that people who do not understand our depression and anxiety can think they we are mentally unbalanced. Usually it's by members of our families who you'd think would support us and love us. Nothing is further from the truth. And in joining this forum you will find that you are not alone in what you are feeling. This is a safe place to come and vent or share your journey with depression and anxiety with others who totally understand what you are going through. They will comfort and support you because we all care about each other. Everyone is treated with respect and no one is ever put down. We are glad you are a part of our little family. (30,000) xx

[2018Harmony in reply to Agora1]

Thank you so much! I just feel like a 1000 pounds has been lifted off of me! To actually have people who feel

Like me, support me, and accept me is something I haven’t experienced from my family. My daughter (grown,) hasn’t spoken to me for about 5 years. 💔 thank you again, I so needed to hear your warm welcome xo

[Agora1 in reply to 2018Harmony]

xx

[Crazy-K]

Hello there. Just wanted to say you are definitely not alone. I have anxiety and depression as well. My family all thinks I am crazy too, which explains my username. My nephew actually calls me Crazy KayKay, which is cute when he does it because he thinks it's just a joke. It's just unfortunate that he picked that up from my family talking about how they think I'm crazy.

I don't believe we really are crazy though. Sometimes I feel like I am, but I know deep down I am not. It's hard when family doesn't understand. My family is so judgemental and just mean sometimes. It can really hurt my feelings so I choose not to talk to them about any of it anymore.

I'm glad you are here and reaching out for support. If you ever feel like you need someone to talk to you can always send me a message. I will be here the best way that I can. I know how hard it is when there is no one to talk to. We are all here for you. (Hugs)