Depression and anxiety...

Contributor: Princess Zelda Princess Zelda
i'm going to be looking to go to therapy. but so far no doctor as told me I am. (but I also havent been to the doctor in like 6 years)Good luck and I hope things go over well for you
06/25/2012
Contributor: Airen Wolf Airen Wolf
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Originally posted by bayosgirl
I'm creating this thread to hopefully help me feel less alone. I've struggled with depression and anxiety as long as I can remember, and have been going through a very rough patch the last week or so. I think it's because I've been ... more
I have been diagnosed with depression and I do take a mild sedative for the panic attacks so I now how you are feeling. I'm so sorry you are regretting your whole life right now! It is miserable to be in a situation where you feel trapped and alone. Big Big hugs.
06/25/2012
Contributor: SimpleTeaser SimpleTeaser
I go through bouts of depression and I have serious anxiety at times but, I'm not on any medication. They gave me meds in the past and then I stopped taking them. I didn't want to feel like a zombie which is pretty much how they made me feel.
06/26/2012
Contributor: KyotoAngel KyotoAngel
The past will never change, but at least you can learn from it.
I have been diagnosed with both anxiety and depression myself, I used to be on meds but since we moved I haven't gotten set up with a new doctor yet so I use any coping methods I can.
I used to do some pretty stupid stuff to 'cope' but all it really did was cover up the anger or despair for a bit so these days I keep my mind occupied during almost all my waking moments. That helps a lot, I figure if you keep your mind busy you won't have time to think about the things that get you down. =)

As for marriages and the like, you have to kiss a lot of toads to find your match sometimes. There's plenty of decent guys if you look though, and sometimes they're in the last place you'd think to look.
06/27/2012
Contributor: Bethy Cassatt Bethy Cassatt
I have never been diagnosed with depression, but there are periods of time when I'm in a great big rut. I just have to remember that I'm not alone and that people love me, and I can at least try to keep my head above water. There's no reason not to cry.
12/09/2012
Contributor: Living Doll Living Doll
I suffer from depression and anxiety. I struggle with both every day. You aren't alone. *hug*
12/10/2012
Contributor: AHubbyof2SexualMinds AHubbyof2SexualMinds
I have been diagnosed with depression and social anxiety disorder over time. Was on medication for years, but haven't been for the last 9 months or so. I've found meditation, exercise and twice a month therapy to help immensely.
12/10/2012
Contributor: quinceykay quinceykay
Yep. I was diagnosed with it, started therapy, and at one point I was hospitalized for suicidal thoughts. I also took medication for nearly two years, before coming off it a few months ago. I still go to therapy and I honestly feel like I'm handling it much better now. I sincerely hope you can find peace and happiness.
12/10/2012
Contributor: Meltingfish Meltingfish
You should consider seeing a therapist and/or seeking marriage counseling. Maybe see a doctor about getting antidepressants, they really do help.
12/10/2012
Contributor: Pink Lily Pink Lily
You are not alone! I've struggled with both for a couple of years now and it really can be hell. I can say that for me, medication really made a difference. Sometimes to get out of the funk you need some brain stimulation. It can feel like hell but it can get better. But in the mean time, if you ever need someone to chat with I'm here!
12/10/2012