Depression

[Dahearn]

I’m new here. I finally signed up a few days ago, but today is the first time I am writing something. I’m married, 3kids, 2grandchildren. I have been going to the same psychiatrist for over 25 years. He is only in on town one day a week, and he is not on call anymore. I have hardly ever called him after hours, but it was security to know I could if I have to. So if something happens, after hours, there is no one to call. He is the only psychiatrist in our town. I’m depressed all the time, it’s hard to get out of bed. I do try to do something everyday, it does make me feel better. Because of all the medication I have taken over the last 25 years, and nothing works, I have gotten so many different side affects, so now I don’t only have my mental issues I have a lot of physically ones to. Sorry I talk to much. I could say a lot more. I just tired and really want to give up. Debbie

[Agora1]

Hi Debbie, I'm glad you found us. I understand how difficult that is in not having the doctor on call after hours. I'm sure the "what ifs" play into your depression. As well as the feeling of being alone in dealing with both the mental and physical issues.

The good news is that, with this support group there is always someone on line to talk with 24/7. People who really understand the struggle dealing with anxiety and depression. Hopefully you won't feel so alone once you start meeting us.

You never have to apologize for talking too much. We all have a lot to say, this group is non judgmental. We are here to offer each other support, understanding and comfort. And maybe while interacting with others you will find answers to some of your concerns.

So smile Debbie, today was your lucky day. Take our hand and we will take this journey together xx

[cady007]

Hi Debbie

I know that I’m young and I don’t know what you can be facing entirely, but here’s what I do know:

A psychiatrist is one person. You have only had one person who knows the parts of you that are scared or hurt or emotionless. But now you have access to so many more people.

Not clinically trained people, not people who are looking to diagnose you with problems.

People who know you because we know those feelings. We’ve had them. In different shapes and forms, but we’ve had them.

And we can help. So don’t give up.

I know that’s easy for me to say, not knowing the full extent of your situation, but don’t. Because even though you feel hopeless and tired, you are a person that has finally found your people.

We may be tired and hopeless and hurting, but we also persevere. We pull each other forward because we’re not about to leave you behind.

Don’t be afraid to talk if you have more to say, okay?

[gogogirl in reply to cady007]

Great post- we have to remember that not all of life is a "bowl of cherries " at times.

[Pluke]

Hi Debbie. Reading your post has helped me not to feel so alone. I feel the same much of the time. Hang in there.

[Dahearn in reply to Pluke]

I’m glad I could help. I always the God had a purpose for me being this way, but nothing changed, it is like I’m just getting worse. I do feel alone all the time. My husband works nights, and sleeps during the day. We don’t communicate anymore and no matter what I say or do nothing helps. I’ve hidden my depression for so long, most people don’t really believe me, if they only do. My husband does, he has seen me taken a complete bottle of pills and then left to go to work. I don’t understand. Debbie

[SquirrelsHolt]

Hi and well done in taking what seem like a huge step,in putting down in text,how you feel. I'm certain you will gain from being part of this family. Take things steady and easy and try to use us if you can't get hold of your regular help. Its 100% OK to rant on and let off steam or to be terribly upset and put all your feelings down at other times. Just go with how you feel....as its almost a guarantee,that many folk on here have/are feeling very similar.

Stay with us.

[Dahearn]

I got dressed today and put lipstick on! First time in a very long time.