Depression.

[Shortney]

I just feel as though there is no one out there that can make me happy again. I suffer from depression and I can't stand the fact that I never see my friends anymore, I dont get along with my family. I feel like crying all the time and sometimes wish that I had never woken up in the morning. That maybe it would have been easier if I didnt exist. At least I wouldnt be so stressed and ill all the time.

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Hi

I'm sorry you are feeling so awful - it certainly sounds like depression. Have you talked with anyone about who you are feeling? Your GP could refer you to a counsellor as a first step, better than assuming you need meds as that may make you feel you have depression rather than that you are feeling depressed which is different. Do see him and ask to be referred.

In the meantime if you can continue to write on here you will find a lot of support as we are a friendly bunch!

Suexxx

[Shortney in reply to Hidden]

Thank you so much Sue, I haven't spoke to my GP yet as it sounds silly. But in being too proud to actually admit that I need help or to speak to a counsellor xxx

[BertieBassett]

Hi Shortney

As Sue says, go and see your GP, that's what I did a couple of months ago, he gave me a short questionnaire to fill in, this has lead to me receiving counselling for depression and anxiety which is really helpful.

Please do not suffer in silence, you need help, and the sooner you receive it, the sooner you will be on the road to recovery.

Stew xx

[Shortney in reply to BertieBassett]

Thank you so much Stew it really means a hell of alot to know there's people there for me xx

[Suzie40]

Evening,

I've had episodes like that, where I've genuinely believed that it's not possible for any person or event to make me feel happy again. As if there is no purpose to my existence and every day seems long and pointless. It really is a very hard place to be.

It's only when you're out the other side of the tunnel that you can look back and realise how bad you were feeling. And the important thing for you to remember is that there IS a way forward for you and how you are feeling just now is not how it'll be forever.

I agree with Sue and Stew, get along to your GP and lay it all out on the table. And while you wait for the benefits of whatever he prescribes to kick in, there's always someone on here ready to listen xx

[Shortney in reply to Suzie40]

I will, definitely after reading everyones comments you've all really helped I'll definitely go see my GP soon, thank you so much xx

[Photogeek]

Hi there this is Depression this how we feel and think when we are in its grip. Everyone has given you good advice to see GP ASAP. I have been there and it's hard to imagine we will ever be happy again. I live alone and have no family support. Strangely enough this has made me look after myself as no one else will do it. You can become your own support system once you begin to feel a bit better. You will make friends here too. I feel I have got to know the different people on this Forum which is lovely.

Hannah

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Hi again, Yes do go and don't automatically let yourself be put on meds, try counselling first as understanding why you are depressed can sometimes shift it whereas once on meds it can be difficult for some people to wean off them and also some people find they need to increase the dose to maintain the effect, hence becoming stuck on them. Trying a more human route first is I think always a preferable one. Suexxx