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BUMP ! Thank you!
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Bump because the black dogo it's kicking inside my head again tonight
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I don't know how to create those links sorry
Edit: now I know
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Thanks for continuing the spreading of awareness and everyone's giveaways as well.
I've dealt with depression and anxiety for many years now and it's really tough. Definitely have ups and downs, unsure how you'll feel day to day and not have much control. But therapy (it took 4 therapists before I found one who worked best for me) and figuring out what coping methods helped over time made things easier.
I know personally my instinct is to hide into myself and stay away from people, not wanting to be a burden and get so overwhelmed/numb..but that makes things worse. Having some space is great, but it's so easy for a day or two to turn into weeks/months without speaking to anyone. Having someone to talk to/listen can help.
It's hard but things do get better, step by step. Don't get discouraged if you take a few steps back too. Also while I agree it's very important to speak to actual doctors, I have come across some ignorant ones over the years who scoff at it or just throw a medicine at you without really caring/helping you adjust. If you feel your doctor isn't listening or giving the care you deserve, you're worth it. Try to find another one, get a second opinion. Don't think you must be crazy or give up. Sending virtual hug to everyone.
Personal wall of text: When I was at my lowest point the thing I found most surprising afterwards is how normal it all became. I knew I was depressed but didn't think much of it, it became normal thinking about suicide all of the time, sleeping/lying down all day long and not wanting to talk to people. I wasn't actively trying to but I was in such a haze, numb to everything like a zombie. It wasn't until several months spiraling that my mom said she was so worried one day she'd wake up and I'd be gone that I even realised I was that bad, as dumb/crazy as that sounds? I genuinely didn't know how bad it had become and that I needed help. And after things slowly were getting more under control my dad suddenly killed himself a couple months later, which made it spiral even worse...the worst year of my life. It's amazing what a good support system and someone to listen to can do. It saves lives. Awareness and getting rid of the whole stigmas of people being weak/the dismissal of mental health etc. is so fucking important. Not sure why I shared so much, I struggle talking to people and don’t expect replies or anything but in the off chance it helps someone feel lil less alone.
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Thanks for sharing, your experiences quite resonate with me.
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I wish more people paid attention to mental health and that the stigma around it would just disappear, or at least diminish.
People are still too scared to talk about certain issues because they don't want to be seen as "weird", "pathetic", "crazy" or other names, when in reality they are non of those. Just people that are sick, but unlike many illnesses it's not visible to the naked eye, we can't see how the brain chemistry of someone is working.
If you feel that something is wrong, go see a doctor. If you live in a country where seeing a doctor is expensive, try to find low cost or free appointments in your area or try to make a savings fund where everyday you save up a little bit. Don't postpone it by thinking that it will go away.
If you see a friend in a difficult position, try to offer as someone for him/her to talk to. But know of what it entails, don't be dismissive. Encourage your friend to go see a doctor.
We all need support systems, some have family, some have friends, some have both. Some think they have none. And some actually have none. Reach out, even if you think that it's not worth. Reach out, ALWAYS!
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Original thread - Original Post by DesertMouse1
I've dealt with depression for over a decade, plus PTSD and some health complications which also make things even worse than what they are. But at least I had people that helped me. Friends, family, and even strangers from support groups that made things easier.
You should NEVER think you are alone, because there's always someone willing to help if you look around you. This might sound cliché but it's real, there are terrible people but there are also extremely kind ones. 💙
Also, if you can and you feel strong enough, please lend a hand to others in need. I've done this for years when I am confident enough that I can take on other people's problems without affecting my health to the point of getting me down.
Remember it's important to help others, but also take care of yourself.
Diagnosed depression isn't a joke (as in diagnosed by a professional and not by the patient, don't confuse it with other symptoms!). It's a serious condition and it shouldn't be taken lightly because it's not a physical illness. Just like cancer ends up with death, depression will escalate to suicide or cripple you in many ways.
Everyone feels "down" once in a while, but for some people it's a daily pattern of depression. The good news is that it is treatable.
Usually through therapy, medication, or a combination of the two. Antidepressant medication, despite some side effects, can help lift a person from the depths of depression within weeks of starting medication therapy.
If one medication doesn't work for you or the side effects are too much for you to live with, keep in mind that there are many others your doctor could give you to try.
Make sure your doctor knows about any other meds you are taking and always ask questions about your medication therapy, if needed.
Btw, DON'T get self-diagnosed, it's a terrible idea. You might be sad or during a grieving period, so always check with a doctor.
Besides, I don't know about other countries but over here antidepressants are only available if you have a medical prescription, so you will only be left with a possibly wrong diagnostic and no way to deal with it.
Some info:
What Is Depression?
Google users can now screen themselves for depression, then seek treatment
Taking Care of Yourself While Supporting a Depressed Loved One
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