New to the Block

[luckympk]

Just found this nice little community after doing some research. I struggle with depression and it's compounded by intense bouts of loneliness. Mental healthcare where I live is complete shit and I'm doing what I can to stay connected with others. I wish mental healthcare was more available.

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Mental Health over the last twelve months as GP appointments have all been a challenge. I was at my GP Surgery yesterday with a shipping order as I had not been seen more than twice since the introduction of Covid. Many of my Specialists have seemed to have gone by the board and the Doctor was very pleased to see me as most of treatment was all down to injections every twelve weeks, not forgetting the Flu Jab. The problem has been not seeing the Doctor has made my health worse, and my Short Term Memory has become more of a problem. In May They are doing more assessments, before they pass me down the line again. So in an extended way I understand how you feel, as now I bleed for no reason from my Ps scarring.

I always in the past suggest is that if lonely, possibly go to Mental Health Day Centres where sufferers could meet people who suffer mental health and are lonely. The centres do help because people can get that vital support. Hopefully as the Covid virus begins to be controlled we will begin to get back to normality, whatever that is

Consider hobbies and diversions to take your mind of your problems and concerns. You can go for walks etc and next week freedoms are being extended, So you will be more able to talk with family and friends in a less restricted way so pick up on the new restrictions and hopefully that may help in your lonelyness

BOB

[Chase888 in reply to Hidden]

I agree cos I cannot go to the places as they have not opened up.

[kenster1]

hi welcome aboard glad you found us and really hope being here helps you.

[Laykonyde]

Hiya,

Nice to have u here.

WELCOME!

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Welcome to the forum.....an excellent place to find a listening ear...often responding to anything that is troubling you...share with real people who may have experienced similar issues to yours.Always supportive....never dismissive...best wishes.

[kenster1]

hi welcome aboard glad you found the forum hope it helps.