29, mum of 2, suffering with depression

[mumof289]

Hey,

I have been suffering with depression for a year now and don’t feel any improvement with the medication I am on.

I’ve now resorted to wanting to go to sleep as soon as the children are in bed which I’ve read is due to wanting to escape.

I have no desire to meet friends anymore and the usual hobbies that I love.

Really do feel like I’m in a black hole and can’t get any happiness from anything. Please say things can get better? What else can I try?

[VNCope]

Are you seeing a psychiatrist or psychologist? My husband always feels better after talking to one for an hour. He takes paroxetine.

[helsbels18]

Sorry you are feeling so low. Sending virtual hugs...

Go back to the doctor and tell them how you feeling - book a double appointment if you think you won’t have time to explain it all in 10 mins. They should be able to explore options of meds, therapy etc.

Don’t delay on getting help, you deserve to feel well. X