High Functioning, But Plagued By Depression and Anxiety

[BatmoPhox225]

Hello all, I am new to this group. I am a high-functioning person (lawyer, horseback rider) who gets up every day and works out and works. I have depression and anxiety come and go, sometimes worse than others, but it has plagued me my entire adulthood and prevented me from finding a special guy. I was in a relationship with someone for three years, but he was not right for me, and I have been single again nearing a year. I get down much of the time because I feel that those around me all have a family or someone, and I do not. I also have time breaking out of my own rut to reach out to others. I would love to hear your thoughts or stories.

[hypercat54]

Hi I have had depression since childhood and it does make life extra hard. I am also high functioning but never to the extent of being able to have a good career so kudos to you.

it has caused me difficulties in jobs and relationships my entire life and sudden nasty flare ups have made things worse. This is when my poor coping skills have caused me to argue or feel trapped and I have left jobs and relationships when I didn't need to.

I find it extremely difficult to form intimate relationships too which has left me on my own and childless.

I don't have any answers I'm afraid but just wanted to let you know you aren't alone. x

[Kat63]

You are not alone. I’ve had depression and anxiety as long as I can remember. It has caused problems for me in my career, with friends, and with relationships. I feel like I’ve been screwing things up my whole life.