Partners with Depression

[TeaLight]

My partner has been struggling with depression and is undergoing treatment, however, I am in need of help with taking care of myself while I take care of my partner with depression. I feel like I've been pouring from an empty cup. A lot of the books seem to be geared towards helping your partner get help, but that's not the case for us. My partner is getting help but now I'm in need of help to sustain the support that I'm giving. Any online support groups or books that may help me?

[Hidden]

Your struggle sounds like what caregivers tend to be up against. Would you consider yourself a caregiver? It may be easier to find resources from that point of view. Exhaustion and depression are not uncommon among caregivers, especially when you are trying to give support 24/7 and don’t have time to invest in your own self care.

Hoping this is helpful... God bless.

[TeaLight in reply to Hidden]

Thank you for your reply! When I was searching I saw some resources for caregivers but I wasn't sure if that would apply to me. I'm my partner's primary emotional support person but they can still care for themselves physically. I feel guilty seeking help for myself and am worried about giving myself a title that might not apply?

[Hidden in reply to TeaLight]

Yes I see. I wondered if there are resources such as books, magazines, articles, etc for caregivers that might be helpful for you.

Also , scrolling through other posts here, you might find some people in similar circumstances, trying to help a family member and needing support for themselves. I have seen at least two others with the same kind of question since I joined a few weeks ago.

In any case, don’t feel guilty about seeing help! I think it’s great that you reached out. You need support just as your partner does.

All the best.

[TeaLight in reply to Hidden]

Thanks so much for your reply. I'll definitely look into resources for caregivers and search for recent related posts. Thanks!

[Hidden in reply to TeaLight]

Found a post that might be helpful!

healthunlocked.com/anxiety-...

🙂

[TeaLight]

Thank you