I’m new

[Selflove1]

Hello all, I’m new and just seeking to interact with others who experience depression and anxiety. I just increased my dosage of Effexor by 37.5mg last week and am experiencing tiredness and loss of appetite. I’m praying the increased dosage will help sooner than later. I still feel ashamed and weak at times yet realize this is an illness.

[Agora1]

Hi Selflove1, what a wonderful username. I preach how important loving one's self

is. It's so nice to Welcome you to our virtual family support group. I read your profile

and found it interesting in that you usually get anxiety during the Spring of the year.

But that when Covid started you didn't have it.

Covid changed everything in our daily schedule. I was wondering if it could be that

you had a break from Anxiety because of being home and having loved ones around you.

I know a lot of people who have felt that way.

We should never feel weak or ashamed in having mental health issues. You are absolutely correct in that it is an illness just as important to address as a physical one.

I'm glad you took the first step forward in getting better. xx

[13ga in reply to Agora1]

selflove - i have to echo agora... one of our wisest!

GREAT name.

you have nothing to feel ashamed of. the word "illness" says it all. it's REAL. real problems cause physical illness. mental illness can be caused by traumatic events, as well as genetic causes. these are all real things. there's no shame here.

you are definitely NOT weak. i don't know you at all - but how do i know this about you? because you're here - trying to face your problem head on. this is NOT what a weak person does. a weak person denies their problems. that isn't you! you're here seeking solutions. that's what a strong person does.

you're trying med's to see if they'll help your situation. this too - is what a strong person does.

you're fighting!!! is that what you think a weak person does? i think not.

[BrainIsFull]

This sure is an illness! I also struggle with feeling guilty that I feel anxious and depressed. It sometimes helps me to remind myself that if I had any other illness or condition, I would need to take the time to get it treated and I might need others to help me. Anxiety and depression are the same. They are serious and sometimes they interfere with our lives. Sometimes we need to stop and really care for ourselves.

I'm glad that you reached out here!💚

[CL3V3R-G1RL]

I too been struggling recently. I have anxiety and acute depression cause of anxiety. Everyday is a fight. But I'm going to give up! I know you can do it too!

[13ga in reply to CL3V3R-G1RL]

LMAO - CG -

i assume you meant - "you're NOT going to give up!"

no worries - it's a n00b mistake! LOL

[CL3V3R-G1RL in reply to 13ga]

Yes that's what I meant. Hard to type on a phone with nails 😉🤣

[13ga in reply to CL3V3R-G1RL]

you shouldn't use nails on your phone - you could damage it... try using your fingers!! hehehehehe 😉🤣😉🤣😉🤣

[CL3V3R-G1RL in reply to 13ga]

What a great idea?! Why didn't I think of that 🤣💅

[13ga in reply to CL3V3R-G1RL]

well - i have a saying... do what you do best.

i'm great at pointing out the obvious (except to myself)!!! LOL 🤣🤣

[mommala]

I am in a similar place. I will be thinking of you.