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[Templar73]

I am new here. I have suffered from depression and anxiety for over ten years. I have seen Drs., pshyc. therapists and take medication. Lately none of it seems to help. I have lost interest in everything, I don't care about anything except my dog and she is getting older, blind and has diabetes. I am terrified when it is her time to go. I lost her sister 5 years ago and did not get out of bed for days.

[Sprinkle1]

Oh you poor soul. I feel for you, I am in the severe depression and high anxiety, I have 2 cats, they are the only things I care about, I have let myself go, my flowers in my garden are dying, the house needs cleaning, I need a shower. I only do what I have to do and nothing more. I do go to therapy twice a week and it helps, just had my Dr. increase my antidepressant, I hope it work, I am on anti anxiety med's to. This hell has been going on for months, and I wonder when it will end, I have been battling depression on/off all my life, and there are days when I wish I could die. Have you tried any med's, some of them work real well.

Do you like to read, I can do that sometimes, it helps, and I watch DVD's, takes my mind off of my pain. Please feel free to write to me, I will cheer you if I can, the other people here will reach out to you, we are always ready to listen, and make suggestions. I send you Peace, calmness of mind and love. Sprinkle 1.....

[kenster1]

hi and welcome to you that's a beautiful picture of your dogs.i know its hard not to worry about them I worry about mine all the time.my dogs getting on 12 with arthritis but she still loves her play and long walks and helps keep me going.enjoy every day with him/her forget about any illness they have till its absolute evident they are struggling.loads of users here love dogs so hopefully you can get more tips/advice and hopefully feel very much welcome.

[crowningglory19]

Aww, so cute! I am sorry your friend and pup is not well. It is hard to lose those we love, even our four legged friends. Have you thought of volunteering at some kind of pet facility? It can help you when helping others. Many get another pet also, when their pet is aging. It revives them and gives your elderly pet a longer life. It also helps you in the midst of sorrow to have someone to grieve with and love on. Also, taking magnesium and ginseng are great for you in depression and anxiety. They calm the mind body and spirit and get rid of sticky negative thoughts that loop. <3 Best to you dear, give your pups a hug for me! =)