Hey Different! Welcome to the site...you are amongst more "differents" than you know. It took me over 20 years to understand why I was so different...even to realize that part of my being so was because of post traumatic stress disorder and clinical depression...I denied everything in my life...heck, I denied myself the pleasure of living because of it. It took me the 20 years to put a name to it and have been cursing myself ever since. Granted, I am a lot easier on myself now with meds and therapy; and yes, I have struggled 3 years trying to get therapy to appear to benefit me. I stuck with it and am happy I did as I do not know where I would be now without it...or should I say I know exactly where I would be without it and it wouldn't be here typing to you.
This is tough...But it is worth it. Even the bad days...it helps me appreciate the good days when they come.
Good luck to you and keep posting. It really will help.
As for the meds...you should really discuss this with your doctor...taking then not taking meds can make the symptoms (well the side effects) worse to where you will not know where the depression ends and the withdrawal starts. Be careful and be good to yourself...YOU DESERVE IT!
Peace to you!
Hey Different,
I know how it is. I too have always felt different from other people, not quite fitting in. My depression has gotten worse the past 2 yrs. It went from 2 wk episodes maybe twice a year to 2 wk + episodes almost every month. I just joined this site in hoped of figuring things out and getting help.
I too drink too much 1. to either feel something other than depression or 2. to stifle things and beat myself up
I hope to find a nice balance of everything in life here. I hope you will too.
-Boo
Different,
Welcome. You have come to the right place. I understand what you are saying and I do used to drink when I was younger to hide my feelings and drown my sorrows. I know it is hard for you to believe but you will get better and you will feel like you fit in. You fit in here with us.
Take care,
Sharon
Different,
Welcome to The Depression Center. We thank you for sharing your story with us today. This support group is full of supportive individuals who may be able to help you answer some questions regarding Depression. It is great to hear that you are working with your doctor. In the meantime please feel free to roam the site at your own pace.
If you look to the left of the screen you will find many supportive tests. These tests are not diagnostic tools and are not a replacement or substitute for a physicians advice.
The purpose of these tests is to prepare you with information that you can present to your physician. When you're finished the test, you can either print your Final Report or email it directly to your doctor. This may better help assess the situation for your and your doctor.
We also have developed a Depression Program. Each session is based on the previous session, so we strongly advise that you work slowly through the program and not jump ahead. Many members are currently using the program and are having great success. You may also want to use our CBT Buddies, this feature works like MSN and provide one on one contact with other members for support.
If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our support department at support@depressioncenter.net.
Take care and we hope to hear from you soon.
Josie
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The Depression Center Support Team.
I am going by the name of different because that is how I feel. I've always felt this way, as far back as I can remember and I feel as if I just don't fit. I'd like someone to talk to about this...about why I am like this. I want to run far and fast all of the time. I don't want to feel anything so I drink alot and don't take my medication. I see a doctor once a week and we talk but I don't feel as if I've made any progress.
