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[D5953]

Hello.

I reached my limit with depression and anxiety a long time ago. I’m stuck so I tried to find a way to reach out. I did some searching and found this app. I don’t fully understand what I’m supposed to post or how I’m supposed to talk. I hope I’m doing this right.

Do your best, whenever you can.

D.

[dore13]

you are doing it right, you just talk about how you feel, maybe some issues you are dealing with, whatever. I was wondering if you are seeing a doctor for your condition. Some people are currently seeking treatment and others do not. I personally do. I think the biggest thing is finding help that works for you and being active in that treatment. If something doesn't work, you have to say it isn't working and try a new avenue.

[D5953 in reply to dore13]

Hello.

I’m not seeing a doctor for a few reasons and I know that none of them are good. I’ve worked myself into a corner and when I try to push out of it, I just fall right back into it.

I want to get help, I really do, but I just don’t see a way to do it without making things worse one way or another.

The cost certainly doesn’t help.

I don’t mean to make excuses, and I think that’s the problem. I’ve overthought everything and now I don’t know what to think.

D.

[dore13 in reply to D5953]

Do you not have insurance? If you live near a large hospital, some offer some form of free care. I am not sure how seeking help can make you worse. As for the rest, well, I can only say the decision is yours. The person it effects, is you. I wish you luck.

[AZ1970]

Welcome.

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Welcome

Seeing your contribution it seems you need to talk to a Doctor and start treatment pathway. We can listen and suggest ways to help yourself,

Try Relaxation Techniques, Mindfulness comes to mind, you can purchase a book on Amazon, that may help. Look at pinned posts that may help in the first place.

You need help, your Doctor can instigate that

BOB