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I’ve been dealing with depression for almost forty years. Still going through the gamut with psychotherapy and drugs. I’m one of those who a drug will work for a while until it doesn’t. I’m becoming very weary...looking for a ray of hope.

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welcome and glad your sharing.... it's a good place to be, and a lot of kind people...

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Bebesquirrel in reply to fauxartist

Thank you. This was hard to do.

I know how you feel-it seems like the meds help temporarily then fizzle out. I've been through a lot of them with the same results. You are doing the right things, so keep on keepin' on. Best of luck.

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Thank you!

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Sillysausage234

🌞🤞

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Jimdubu

First let me tell you, that you are not alone. it is very common and even has a name tachyphylaxis. Now if you find yourself in crisis did you know there is a crisis text line 741741 and a professional will text you back right away? and of course the National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255. I don't know if your there, but depression can put you in a bad place fast.

Getting back to tachyphylaxis I found an interesting article I have enclosed, I hope it clarifies some things for you. bit.ly/2E5gDq0

You will be in my prayers.

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Bebesquirrel in reply to Jimdubu

Thank you so much for the article. What a great explanation. I didn’t even realize it had a name! I haven’t hit the bottom of the barrel this time yet, but getting close. Also, thank you for the prayers. My prayers for you, as well.

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Jimdubu

I'm glad it helped, thank you for the prayers as well. Iv'e found sometimes that when I get some ME time it's really time when my my mind tries to lie and deceive me. that's when I know I don't need ME time, I need KNEE time.

Iv'e also been reading a book called " Anxious For Nothing " by Max Lucado . one thing I learned in there that helps is this. You know how people count sheep to go to sleeep ? well one of the things mentioned in this book is counting your blessings, and when you look at all you blessings anxiety and I would imagine depression since they go hand in hand. they go for a hike. because you smile and feel happy.

Continued Prayers.

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