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Hi I’m Michelle I have suffered with depression for many years but the past few years I’ve been up and down with family matters and dwp putting pressure on me and having to explain how my depression and other medical things I have affect me which is so hurtful and embarrassing having to tell a total stranger hope everyone is as well as they can be x

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Hello shyshell,

Welcome to our supportive community. Well done for taking a brave step out of your comfort zone to reach out for help. You are obviously having a difficult time right now but hopefully, you will find folks here are only too willing to come alongside you and share from their personal journeys and experiences. I presume that your GP is supporting you with your MH problems, but if not then do see him/her to discuss how you are feeling and what they can do to support you. You may ask for a referral to your local mental health team as besides medications, there are a range of therapies available that may help you manage your symptoms better such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), here's a link to more information:

CBT: mind.org.uk/information-sup...

Do check out our Pinned Post section for free mental health guides etc.

As you live in the UK keep these crisis support helplines handy:

Give us a shout for support in crisis: Text 85258 (24 hrs support) giveusashout.org/

The Samaritans Tel: 116 123 [24 hours line]

NHS: 999 [Emergencies]

NHS 111 [Non-Emergencies]

MIND UK charity: Helpline Tel: 0300 123 3393 info@mind.org.uk Text: 86463 mind.org.uk/information-sup...

SANEline Tel: 0300 304 7000 [4.30pm – 10.30pm daily] sane.org.uk/

Keep in touch! Ok, folks what can you suggest to help this new member?

Best wishes,

MAS Nurse and Moderator

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HereWeGoAgain72

That sounds stressful shyshell - sending you positive vibes for the day. Don't be embarrassed about talking about your Mental Health to a stranger - people who live with MH issues are in my opinion, some of the bravest, strongest people out there in the world. Be proud of yourself for coming here to seek support.

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Yes! You are good!

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