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I've been going through depression and panic disorder for over 5 years now. And now it has turned into severe depression along with panic disorder and slight agoraphobiam. And I've been with my husband for over 9 years. And he does not support me. He pretty much thinks all that I am going through is a joke. I had a talk with him about going to the doctor with me so he could better understand everything. But he just laughed. And since I'm not able to work he gives me a hard time about that and says that if my arms and legs aren't broke I can work. But what he doesn't get is my body can't take it right now and as many panic attacks as I am having per day I won't be able to do it. I just wish he could understand or go through what I do and then he would understand. And I can't talk to him about any of it. I'm glad I have pc to come to. Oh and no I'm not seeing a therapist at the moment cause I can't afford it right now.
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#2
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Hello, angie. Please try here to see if you can get some help: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/sa/infor...ContactUs.shtm
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#3
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Thank you. I will look that up. I appreciate it.
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#4
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It is so sad when our spouses think we can just "snap out of it." It is not like we are actors and can just step in and out of character. My only advice is if you can not afford professional help right now try to surround yourself with supportive people. Even that can be difficult when you don't know anyone like me. I just recently tried to meet people to make friends but when you are depressed it kills your motivation. I wish you the best. Peace - Dennis
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Thank you. I try to surround my self with family but its just hard for me to get out of the house unless I absolutely have to. Its another fear of mine. But I am going to make myself start going to this group that the lady at MHMR told me about. Its a support group for depression and bipolar. So just as long as I don't freak out before going or don't talk myself out of it I'm going.
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#6
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Maybe if your hubby has that wierd theory that if he learns about it it might make it real and scare him? Like pretending it is a joke will allow him to stay in denial? I think going to the support groups is a great idea!
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That's what I've been thinking too. I think it will be a real eye opene for him and that's what he needs. I just hope he will go with me.
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Good luck with the support group.
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Thank you....
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