[MimiBhaduri0]

I am in bed the whole day. Its been like this for the past 7-10 days.
I can't go on any more.

[Yaowen]

I am so sorry. Has something happened recently? Is there anything I can do to help you?

[Rose76]

When depression has you in bed all day for over a week, that is serious depression. Unfortunately, as it goes on, it becomes harder and harder to find the energy to get up. It gets so you're just about able to make it to the bathroom and back. I know. I've been there, though probably not as severe as you describe.

I think the kind of interactions you have with the people around you can be a big influence on your state of mind. Sometimes family and friends can be less than helpful. I've experienced that. Even professional medical people can underestimate how hard it is to climb out of the pit of depression. I'm starting to think that a depressed person deserves a lot of credit for the smallest of victories, like taking a shower or leaving the bedroom for an hour or taking a short walk. You may have to be your own source of encouragement, and give yourself a pat on the back for any small attempt to do something. Maybe take a small pad of paper, and write down the littlest positive thing you get done.

Right now I'm talking to myself, as well as to you, because I never got dressed today. I live alone, which has advantages and disadvantages. The best thing about being alone is that no one is looking down on me and judging me a failure. If you have family around you, their attitude can sometimes be a hindrance, if you feel judged.

I hope tomorrow, you can get up for at least a little while. Try to eat some nourishing food. Let us know how it goes.

[MimiBhaduri0]

Originally Posted by Yaowen

I am so sorry. Has something happened recently? Is there anything I can do to help you?

My doctor stopped Prozac after reducing the dosage of one of my antipsychotics. I hope I can convince him to add it back. I think I am in severe depression.

[MimiBhaduri0]

Originally Posted by Rose76

When depression has you in bed all day for over a week, that is serious depression. Unfortunately, as it goes on, it becomes harder and harder to find the energy to get up. It gets so you're just about able to make it to the bathroom and back. I know. I've been there, though probably not as severe as you describe.

I think the kind of interactions you have with the people around you can be a big influence on your state of mind. Sometimes family and friends can be less than helpful. I've experienced that. Even professional medical people can underestimate how hard it is to climb out of the pit of depression. I'm starting to think that a depressed person deserves a lot of credit for the smallest of victories, like taking a shower or leaving the bedroom for an hour or taking a short walk. You may have to be your own source of encouragement, and give yourself a pat on the back for any small attempt to do something. Maybe take a small pad of paper, and write down the littlest positive thing you get done.

Right now I'm talking to myself, as well as to you, because I never got dressed today. I live alone, which has advantages and disadvantages. The best thing about being alone is that no one is looking down on me and judging me a failure. If you have family around you, their attitude can sometimes be a hindrance, if you feel judged.

I hope tomorrow, you can get up for at least a little while. Try to eat some nourishing food. Let us know how it goes.

Thank you.

[Fuzzybear]

Originally Posted by MimiBhaduri0

I am in bed the whole day. Its been like this for the past 7-10 days.
I can't go on any more.

I'm sorry Mimi. Thank you for reaching out to us (and trusting us)

You know you have friends here (on the bus) I know it's been quiet on the bus lately. I hope you find some hope soon. There are people here who care about you and would hate it if something happened to you.

It sounds like you probably need some ''psych help'' in real life? I don't know, since I have not been helped by those people in real life.

Is there anyone you can phone? just to talk? Or anyone you can text or IM (etc) with? Even a 5 minute text (or less) might be a start....

I think you need to take tiny steps to get out of bed a bit more. It will hurt like hell. But it will be worth it. Then maybe you won't need to go for more ''psych help''. (I know you were inpatient a while back )

It does sound like you probably need a ''medication review'' .... I also think you need more kind and gentle support. I know your family are not supportive. I feel ya on that. I think you know mine are far from supportive.

Can you give yourself some kindness and compassionate support? I hope so.

All my best to you

[Fuzzybear]

Originally Posted by MimiBhaduri0

My doctor stopped Prozac after reducing the dosage of one of my antipsychotics. I hope I can convince him to add it back. I think I am in severe depression.

It does sound like severe depression to me. I hope you can convince him to add it back. Much love to you

[MuddyBoots]

Challenge yourself with one small little act of self-care. Get some water, a healthy snack, text "hi" to a friend, or even step outside the house for 5 minutes. Then congratulation yourself. Allow yourself to feel proud for overcoming what felt impossible, but actually wasn't, and keep doing these things as you can until you can get your meds where they need to be.

Sending hugs

[Fuzzybear]

Originally Posted by MuddyBoots

Challenge yourself with one small little act of self-care. Get some water, a healthy snack, text "hi" to a friend, or even step outside the house for 5 minutes. Then congratulation yourself. Allow yourself to feel proud for overcoming what felt impossible, but actually wasn't, and keep doing these things as you can until you can get your meds where they need to be.

Sending hugs

Good post