I wanted to have a depression support group here who can support each other thru sharing each other’s problems, comfort each other when the depression gets too hard and maybe come up with solutions as well. Maybe we can fix a time when we can all log in to psychcentral and mssg each other on this thread and provide each other support.

At present I am suffering from severe depression with panic attacks and social anxiety disorder. I stay in bed almost more than 13hrs every day. I find it difficult to do housework or go out of the house to the grocers or to shopping. Even taking a shower seems tough at times. I take meds and have been advised to be patient and endure this dark phase for it will eventually pass and the feeling of well-being return. But the waiting seems too tough and I get impatient in my desire to feel happy again.

Hope to get your response soon.

[little turtle]

Originally Posted by Desiree2006

I wanted to have a depression support group here who can support each other thru sharing each other’s problems, comfort each other when the depression gets too hard and maybe come up with solutions as well. Maybe we can fix a time when we can all log in to psychcentral and mssg each other on this thread and provide each other support.

At present I am suffering from severe depression with panic attacks and social anxiety disorder. I stay in bed almost more than 13hrs every day. I find it difficult to do housework or go out of the house to the grocers or to shopping. Even taking a shower seems tough at times. I take meds and have been advised to be patient and endure this dark phase for it will eventually pass and the feeling of well-being return. But the waiting seems too tough and I get impatient in my desire to feel happy again.

Hope to get your response soon.

here I am your first customer...I have a mental illness...I am not sure of that but I have suffered with depression and anxiety/panic attacks for years...I have never been psychotic and I really hope that never happens...I believe having healthy relationships is a key to mental health...

[Fuzzybear]

I'm your second customer. My name is Fuzzybear

I experience severe depression, general anxiety disorder, panic attacks in some situations most of which I avoid social anxiety disorder, complex PTSD and ?? (I think -
I have been diagnosed with most of these

I have little trust in the medical profession in the uk and would like to regain some trust if this is possible. I don't know if it is.

I have several physical health issues

I completely agree with little turtle that having healthy relationships is a key to mental health

This includes healthy online relationships. This can be worked on (for most people)

I collect stuffies

[Shazerac]

I don't know how long you have been on meds. It can take up to several months for them to reach full effectivenes. Or so I've heard. I usually know pretty soon if an antidepressant is going to work me. If it has been months and you are not having any relief perhaps you could try a different med. I know being told that it will pass and get better doesn't really help, but it's true.

Originally Posted by little turtle

here I am your first customer...I have a mental illness...I am not sure of that but I have suffered with depression and anxiety/panic attacks for years...I have never been psychotic and I really hope that never happens...I believe having healthy relationships is a key to mental health...

Can you please tell us how you coped so that we can learn from you and get encouragement.
Also I have a personal problem. If I am depressed for over a week and am not able to carry out my daily routine but lie in bed all day long, I get impatient and hopeless. Is it normal to have setbacks where the depression increases so much that brushing teeth and taking showers also seem too much work? But then the depression lifts and normalcy returns?

Originally Posted by Fuzzybear

I'm your second customer. My name is Fuzzybear

I experience severe depression, general anxiety disorder, panic attacks in some situations most of which I avoid social anxiety disorder, complex PTSD and ?? (I think -
I have been diagnosed with most of these

I have little trust in the medical profession in the uk and would like to regain some trust if this is possible. I don't know if it is.

I have several physical health issues

I completely agree with little turtle that having healthy relationships is a key to mental health

This includes healthy online relationships. This can be worked on (for most people)

I collect stuffies

Fuzzy if you would also tell us how you cope. How you managed to battle the darkest phase of depression and anxiety. It would give us courage.
Like you apart from depression I too have social anxiety disorder and there are situations which I avoid coz of social anxiety.
I have to rely mostly on online relationships coz I don't have friends who can support me continuously. Whoever are there would just say a hello, maybe empathize a bit too and then forget all about it.
If you are comfortable you could discuss more about your physical health issues and the stuffies you collect. Presently I am facing a health issue apart from a virus that's got me weak and more depressed. It's that before this virus attack I was not eating too much and exercising more than an hr every day yet I was not losing weight and getting fatter. Apart from that i have a thyroid gland prob for which I have to take thyronorm 75mcg every morn. Maybe I have to get a TSH done again.

Originally Posted by Shazerac

I don't know how long you have been on meds. It can take up to several months for them to reach full effectivenes. Or so I've heard. I usually know pretty soon if an antidepressant is going to work me. If it has been months and you are not having any relief perhaps you could try a different med. I know being told that it will pass and get better doesn't really help, but it's true.

I wish "ït's true".
I have been on these meds since July last week. So it's not even 2 months.
My doctor is a little apprehensive of my depression changing to mania that's why he is unwilling to increase the dose of the anti-depressant. But then he has stopped the anti-psychotic coz he feels i don't need it anymore and also it may have lessened the effectiveness of the anti-depressant.

[eclairparty98]

Originally Posted by Desiree2006

I wanted to have a depression support group here who can support each other thru sharing each other’s problems, comfort each other when the depression gets too hard and maybe come up with solutions as well. Maybe we can fix a time when we can all log in to psychcentral and mssg each other on this thread and provide each other support.

At present I am suffering from severe depression with panic attacks and social anxiety disorder. I stay in bed almost more than 13hrs every day. I find it difficult to do housework or go out of the house to the grocers or to shopping. Even taking a shower seems tough at times. I take meds and have been advised to be patient and endure this dark phase for it will eventually pass and the feeling of well-being return. But the waiting seems too tough and I get impatient in my desire to feel happy again.

Hope to get your response soon.

Hello, Desiree2006 It sounds like you're going through a rough time, at the moment. As for the patience, I truly believe this!! It's not going to be easy for anyone on this journey. We're all in on this together Imagine losing weight -- you can't just try one diet for one week and expect a massive change. It takes a while before things change. You must not give up hope

What you say about the grocery store, shopping and dreading a shower, I understand all too much!! It's getting to the point where I don't want to eat which is really unusual for me. I've stopped eating large quantities of food in meals, not because I don't want to, but because my appetite has almost completely disappeared. When hungry, I'm provided with food but actually eating feels miserable and tedious and then I feel like I'm going to be sick.

A few years ago when I was on anti-depressants, I experienced a lot of hunger as a side affect (I think) so I was constantly eating. I don't take any meds anymore simply because they don't seem to work for me. Sometimes I find it easy to eat as a pass time but doing that worsens my mood and I truly can't be bothered. It feels like colossal laziness, which it might be, but it's something that's totally hit me like a ton of bricks having formerly been quite active.

As for coping/dealing with things, I really found hiking to be of great benefit!! I can't recommend it enough! This used to be something I did every day to pre-occupy my mind from everything BUT I can't hike ATM. I suggest you try it, particularly on a nice day at a quiet time Perhaps in the morning during sunrise or in the evening during the sunset? The colours in the sky are so beautiful, they alone could potentially bring some tranquility

[eclairparty98]

Originally Posted by little turtle

here I am your first customer...I have a mental illness...I am not sure of that but I have suffered with depression and anxiety/panic attacks for years...I have never been psychotic and I really hope that never happens...I believe having healthy relationships is a key to mental health...

I couldn't possibly agree more with this!!

[Fuzzybear]

Originally Posted by eclairparty98

I couldn't possibly agree more with this!!

Absolutely agree, little turtle is very wise

Originally Posted by eclairparty98

Hello, Desiree2006 It sounds like you're going through a rough time, at the moment. As for the patience, I truly believe this!! It's not going to be easy for anyone on this journey. We're all in on this together Imagine losing weight -- you can't just try one diet for one week and expect a massive change. It takes a while before things change. You must not give up hope

What you say about the grocery store, shopping and dreading a shower, I understand all too much!! It's getting to the point where I don't want to eat which is really unusual for me. I've stopped eating large quantities of food in meals, not because I don't want to, but because my appetite has almost completely disappeared. When hungry, I'm provided with food but actually eating feels miserable and tedious and then I feel like I'm going to be sick.

A few years ago when I was on anti-depressants, I experienced a lot of hunger as a side affect (I think) so I was constantly eating. I don't take any meds anymore simply because they don't seem to work for me. Sometimes I find it easy to eat as a pass time but doing that worsens my mood and I truly can't be bothered. It feels like colossal laziness, which it might be, but it's something that's totally hit me like a ton of bricks having formerly been quite active.

As for coping/dealing with things, I really found hiking to be of great benefit!! I can't recommend it enough! This used to be something I did every day to pre-occupy my mind from everything BUT I can't hike ATM. I suggest you try it, particularly on a nice day at a quiet time Perhaps in the morning during sunrise or in the evening during the sunset? The colours in the sky are so beautiful, they alone could potentially bring some tranquility

Presently I can't get up early in the morn so I may try during sunset. But I am liking the idea of getting up in the morn and taking a walk. The thought is making me happy now.
My appetite has disappeared too. But the funny part is that when I see delicious food I feel hungry; the prob is only with normal food.

[eclairparty98]

Originally Posted by Desiree2006

Presently I can't get up early in the morn so I may try during sunset. But I am liking the idea of getting up in the morn and taking a walk. The thought is making me happy now.
My appetite has disappeared too. But the funny part is that when I see delicious food I feel hungry; the prob is only with normal food.

It's unfortunate you're going through this. We all handle and cope with this type of thing differently but I understand you, what you mean. I don't wake up in the morning, I go to bed in the afternoon and wake up in the evening however it can be very restricting.

Sunset and sunrise are two absolutely beautiful times to be outside. I cannot express how beneficial it is for your mood, it truly works wonders!! Try it one day during the following week or whenever you feel ready -- no rush. It could become a frequent routine

Originally Posted by eclairparty98

It's unfortunate you're going through this. We all handle and cope with this type of thing differently but I understand you, what you mean. I don't wake up in the morning, I go to bed in the afternoon and wake up in the evening however it can be very restricting.

Sunset and sunrise are two absolutely beautiful times to be outside. I cannot express how beneficial it is for your mood, it truly works wonders!! Try it one day during the following week or whenever you feel ready -- no rush. It could become a frequent routine

I will try. Let's see if I can manage tmrw, if not, the day after.

[eclairparty98]

Originally Posted by Desiree2006

I will try. Let's see if I can manage tmrw, if not, the day after.

I believe in you!!

[Fuzzybear]

(((((((( Desiree )))))))

Thanks for this thread, you're already one of the "leaders" here and thanks to little turtle too for believing in both of us

[Sunflower123]

I'm in. What do we need to do?

Originally Posted by Jennifer 1967

I'm in. What do we need to do?

If you have depression/anxiety issues now you could share them with us. Or if you had them in the past and have recovered now you could tell us how you coped and got well. Also provide mental support to those who are struggling and feeling hopeless. Currently I am one such person who needs help. We are also trying to build a healthy online relationship community coz that seems to be one of the key factors to be well. Maybe we all could work towards that too.

[little turtle]

I am going to follow desiree and fuzzy now...they are both very supportive..

as far as relationships go---I have the hardest time with my wife and kids...
I am very sensitive about anything they do or say...

[Turtle_Rider]

Hello. I'm.. well your I'mTooLazyToCount-th customer.

I'm struggling with General Anxiety and suicidal thoughts (No SI). I'm not socially anxious, but due to bad past experiences now I have trust issues. Combined with my Asperger, people often mistake that I have social anxiety.

People often seen me as quiet, shy, but very reliable. It just my mask. Reason is above. I'm actually very cynical. I used swear words a lot in my thoughts. I'm really hot headed, but I'm good at masked it.

My life over years gradually better than my past. But my mental health decreasing over time.

Anyway nice to know you. And thanks for the friend requests. Hope you feel better soon!

[bearguardian]

Two serious of my many problems, depression and anxiety, and both together. Often for no reason and sometimes triggered by things, big and small, mostly Im ashamed to talk about.

I cope with it by various forms of arts, even if they are not strictly considered arts, I just make them so.

Hello everyone...

Originally Posted by bearguardian

Two serious of my many problems, depression and anxiety, and both together. Often for no reason and sometimes triggered by things, big and small, mostly Im ashamed to talk about.

I cope with it by various forms of arts, even if they are not strictly considered arts, I just make them so.

Hello everyone...

Hello!
If you could please share what arts you use to cope with your depression and anxiety, of course if you are comfortable about it. Your coping tools may help me and many others too.

Originally Posted by little turtle

I am going to follow desiree and fuzzy now...they are both very supportive..

as far as relationships go---I have the hardest time with my wife and kids...
I am very sensitive about anything they do or say...

I live with my parents and I too am very sensitive about what they do or say

[bearguardian]

Originally Posted by Desiree2006

Hello!
If you could please share what arts you use to cope with your depression and anxiety, of course if you are comfortable about it. Your coping tools may help me and many others too.

Maybe art can be defined as something of dreamlike nature, existing just to exist. I guess I just give dreams to everything, even to those that appear opposite, mechanical.

Math formulas are magic spells for me, with special meanings. Books are portals to parallel worlds. Human interaction done by ghosts...

And my MI takes different entity forms, and I try to fight them out of my fantasy. It is neverending though, nightmarish.

This is actually the more stable description of my nightmare.

Originally Posted by bearguardian

Maybe art can be defined as something of dreamlike nature, existing just to exist. I guess I just give dreams to everything, even to those that appear opposite, mechanical.

Math formulas are magic spells for me, with special meanings. Books are portals to parallel worlds. Human interaction done by ghosts...

And my MI takes different entity forms, and I try to fight them out of my fantasy. It is neverending though, nightmarish.

This is actually the more stable description of my nightmare.

It's difficult to imagine what you say. It's like we can add art or dream to even "1+1=2" or "1+0=1"...I was trying to think and kind of getting it also but something here broke my concentration and now I can't get it back. I'll try again tmrw. But then the formulae should mean what they are intended to mean. Now suppose I take a very simple formula (simply coz I don't know and/or remember the more complex ones), (a+b)(a-b) and it should give (a^2-b^2) but I write something else like (a^2-b^3) not coz I don't know the formula but coz I felt like writing it - then that may be significant too coz of some unknown factor and finding that unknown factor maybe a dream...don't know if you meant that!
And I have to check the meanings of "entity" and "entity forms" too. Looks like you are intelligent and love the beauty of science.
Btw I believe in one universe and all parallel, perpendicular and whatever worlds fall in this one universe There are no ghosts but maybe invisible humans in those interactions who interact at wavelengths that are outside the normal threshold for human beings and that's why they seem like ghosts. And oh! I am below avg intelligence compared to you; so I may not fully understand what you meant.
Hell! That was a long conversation.

[bearguardian]

Thanks for friendship request

Nah, Im not really smart.

Its kinda hard to explain how I give them meaning but you can try to:

look for math gems:
http://namshub.netii.net/test/MathGems.pdf

analyze every symbol in the formula:
https://wiki2.org/en/List_of_mathematical_symbols

and finally, use your intuition;
how does this symbol relate to real life?