Hi,
I am fairly new here. I have read many of the posts and I am amazed at the strenght and support of the group. So many of you write of similar thinking and experiences with your depression. I can make a connection.
I have been suffering from depression since 1995 (but probably most of my life since I have dysthymia). I had a major depression in 1995 that got me on a roll with therapy and medication. Since then I still have my ups and downs. I have been on several different SSRI's. When one stops being effective I try a new one, but lately the last 2 have not been that great. I will discuss another option with the MD at my next appt.
I am 36 years old, married 14 years, and have 2 boys ages 7 and 10. My 10 yr old has ADHD. He was successfully being treated with medication until his recent development of gagging on the pills. Now he is not taking any. This has exacerbated by symptoms. His behavior is a major stressor and I have difficulty managing him. When he acts up my younger one does too. This makes for total chaos.
My husband works out of town during the week and is home on the weekends. I am looking forward to his presence today and for the weekend. It does help the kids to settle some.
I am not enjoying the holiday season at all. I can't stand the "hustle and bustle" or the shopping, etc. My husband is all excited to get a tree this weekend, but I am not. The boys will probably destroy it during the week, it will just be another focal point for them to freak out on. I hope he changes his mind.
Well, that's about it for now. Thanks to those that replied to my posts in other's posts. HUGS to all.
Yellowrose