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Dec 14, 2008, 11:24 PM
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I'm a 56 year old female who has been battling depression for several years as well as some physical health problems. I am sitting at home, after losing my third job because of my condition. I had a very solid career for over 30 years, was very well respected in the industry, but now I am totally lost. I found myself not able to concentrate or focus on my work, constantly doubting my knowledge -- my depression and health issues caused me to lose a lot of work. I just couldn't make myself get up and go to the office, even though I knew I could very well end up without a job...again. It's happened now for the 3rd time and I have given up hope that I will ever be that respected, well-known individual that I was for 30 years. I have decided to file for disability because I know that, even if I were to find another job in my career field, the result would eventually be the same. I just can't do it any more! Now I'm facing financial ruin and I really don't know what's going to happen to me. The only thing that keeps me here every day is my son -- I don't want to hurt him and I don't want to leave him with a huge debt burden that I created when I was gambling constantly. Gambling was a way to escape -- I don't drink or take drugs -- gambling was my addiction. Is there ever going to be any hope?
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Dec 15, 2008, 12:44 PM
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Hello marsh2114, it's nice to meet you.
 Welcome to psych central, this is a great place to make new friends and find support. If you have any questions feel free to private message any community liaison or moderator, here is a link to a list of the forum leaders.http://forums.psychcentral.com/showgroups.php You asked "is there ever gonna be any hope", There is hope, things can get better. Are you currently in therapy? I don't know where you are from but here if you are disabled you can qualify for disability medicaid, which does cover therapy.
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Dec 15, 2008, 12:56 PM
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Hi Marsh,
Welcome to PC and sorry you're feeling so bad. You will find a lot of comfort here from others who share your feelings. There is a lot of professionals here that have walked in your shoes and are willing to support you, just continue to post and use the chats. Regards, Angel
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Dec 15, 2008, 01:24 PM
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Hello, Marsh, and welcome.
Angel and Gimmeice made some good suggestions... I would only add that there is hope. Jme, but when I feel overwhelmed is when I feel there is no hope that anything will get better. With the help of a good T, perhaps you can prioritize what needs to be done...feeling you have some control can be very helpful. Most of us here at PC have walked through the hell you are going through right now. Please continue to post about how you are doing... We care, Cap
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Dec 15, 2008, 06:47 PM
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The words "facing financial ruin" make me shiver. Maybe becasue I always see it bleak. I'm really sorry for you. And me, and everybody.
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