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Sep 23, 2008, 11:03 PM
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I've never done this before, not being of the younger generation raised in Chat Rooms & so on.
I "Stumbled on" Psych Central the other week & was very impressed . I'm 66, & have been depressive since my late teens.It comes & goes. There was an article in our local paper this week dealing with mental illness.They talked of Mild depression, Moderate depression & Severe depression.When they put it that way,it makes it sound as if "Moderate depression" is probably not too bad, like a mild headache,a moderate headache or a severe headache.But it's not like that, is it? My criterion for severe depression has always been having to be hospitalized for it.Since I haven't, I suppose I have "moderate "depression. This is hardly how I'd describe some of my feelings & thoughts & fears when I'm down.They can be really dark. I'm writing tonight to make a 1st contact . My daughter is very depressed & has been for quite a while.I find this very painful & my heart aches for her.I remember my own past bad times.There were good ones,too: but always, underneath , my mindset has been of a melancholy bent.I remember studying Latin at school & one writer talked of "The tears at the heart of things ".I understood it so well, & haven't ever forgotten it. For some of us ,there's an underlying sadness to everything. This sounds like I'm a real drag to be with, but I 'm told that people like being with me. They're good for me: it's just that nothing can budge me from my isolation when I'm down.It's like dragging a dead horse behind me..... Anyway, even though I'm so familiar with depression,I don't know how to best help my daughter( she's only 24 ) through this tough time. Luckily, my husband's great at seeing more clearly, & this is a help.Her 30 yr old brother 's been through rough times too, & is kind to her. I'd like to read comments from anyone, younger or of my own age & older. I feel good at having taken the step of writing this! . |
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Sep 24, 2008, 06:49 AM
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Hi Jefle,
First of all welcome to psych central. I'm glad you feel good for making this step and I'm glad you have done it too. I am sorry you have been depressed for so long, it is very hard and you don't have to have been hospitalized to have severe depression. It is awful to see a loved one hurt so much, has she told you she is depressed or have you just witnessed it. My advice (you don't have to take it) is to talk to her about it and ask her if she feels she would benefit from seeing a therapist, if she isn't doing so already. It is great that your family are so supportive of each other. I do hope you get the advice you need on here and the support for both you and your daughter. Take care, Molly
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Sep 24, 2008, 06:58 AM
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Hi Jefle, welcome!
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Sep 24, 2008, 10:51 AM
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Jefle what a big step on your first POST ever!!!!!!! You seem like a pro at it already. I dont have depression but I wanted to say you sound like a good mom, and I also wanted to say you did great on your first post ever.
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Sep 24, 2008, 02:38 PM
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Welcome to PC Jefle!
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Sep 30, 2008, 11:45 PM
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Keep in touch. Jefle |
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Sep 30, 2008, 11:50 PM
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Thank you so much. Things are better now.Please keep in touch!
Jefle |
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Oct 01, 2008, 01:40 AM
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It took me a while to post the first time too....and it was relieving...and an indescribable feeling when u unleash your darkest secrets...and see them lie before you exposed....but relieving nonetheless....
welcome... ...i am new also.... Everyone has been so nice and warm and helpful..... what a beautiful thought...such kind hearts giving so much to those in need...those so far across the globe.... i have been touched by psychcentral...by the wonderful souls that make up the community... godbless...and thankyou... :-) may all your dreams come true... |
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