On edge

I'm new here. Not sure how all of this works, but here it goes. I am on edge all of the time anymore. Usually, I'm pretty laid back, but everything is setting me off. The worst thing is, I'm yelling at my kids and it's not their fault. Depression sucks. I feel like a horrible mother. I'm hoping having people to talk to will help. I really don't have any friends anymore. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

[addy_athena]

I’m new here too. I can relate. I feel like I take off my depression on my boyfriend. I feel like a part of what is causing my depression is not having people to talk to. I feel like I’m alone and have no one.

[Hidden]

Coming here to talk...to open up will help. This is a community of genuinely kind people who understand what you're going through.

You're not alone.

And you're not a horrible mother. That's depression talking. You can alleviate that feeling by accepting you're human...you're not perfect.

And apologize to your children. Just hug them and say "I'm sorry. I'm having a bad day."

[Hidden]

Thank you all! I think it will be nice to be able to talk to people about my feeling.

[viiexplorer]

Thank you for sharing and please hang in there. There are lots of supportive posters willing to listen to you.

[NCAQuilter]

Knowing it is your depression talking when you become upset with your kids is a great first step to knowing how to avoid those times. Another great step forward is coming to this group. What you'll discover is that you aren't alone! Many of us deal with depression while raising children. And, you'll find a wealth of information on how to make things right for your kids.

You are not a bad mother because you have depression! A bad mother would not care if her children were not to blame when she makes them the target of her unreasonable anger! A good mother cares. That's you!

Any time your depression has caused you to act unreasonably, and you have questions, or just want to talk, come here. We will support you with information, love, and support.

Welcome!