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severe depression since two years, cant do anything, cant cook , cant concentrate, cant speak much , cant walk a lot, cant read, just stay in my bed, even if i force me to do something i am exhausted, it is a nightmare, even sitting at the table is too difficult! been on several meds, too many side effects, dont know what to do , doctors dont know either,i eat well, my vitamines are ok ...it is like i am living a severe burn out every day since two years.....someone like me? please, i dont understand.....family doing everything, i cant do anything ...i know i dont ask for a solution , but am desperate , so intense and so long it cant be....
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Stacey1977 anne92030
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Hi I didn't want to read and run as you sound so desperate for some help. I don't have any useful words of wisdom but I wanted to say don't give up. Keep talking on here as it will give you an outlet for your feelings. I have been where you are and it's frightening and overwhelming. Go back to the gp if you can and explain how bad things are. I really feel for you as it can feel like you are going mad and are trapped in your own head. I am suffering a relapse myself so totally empathise. Just keep talking. Xxxxx
anne92030 Stacey1977
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ann55375 Stacey1977
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nick34171 anne92030
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Are you under mental health? If you're not moving about that can affect your mentality alot. Exercise releases natural good chemicals to the brain. You have to try to do things for yourself not to appease others. Its not easy but if you do not try to motivate yourself you'll end up regretting it. Try small things at first. Tell yourself that this depression does not rule you. Peoples opinions do not matter. Yours does. The rest of the world can get stuffed. Get back yourself. Eat properly. Drink water. Read, do things or get involved in things you enjoy. If you are worried about your family look into carers who can come and assist and offer respite. Whatever you do do not sit on front of a tv, continuously watch you tube or Netflix etc, get up be active as much as you can. Even sitting in bed listening to radio all day is actually no good. Get used to the quietness and be constructive. Hope this helps, Nick.
anne92030 nick34171
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borderriever anne92030
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If you are not functioning, preferring lying down i your bed you need to know the cause of your condition. I understand you are depressed ? Do you know of any reasons why you are feeling the way you do. Look for reasons and to know the cause can affect you to move on in your Life.
What medications are you on at this time ?. Have you had a course of CBT to help you control your condition.
BOB
anne92030 borderriever
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borderriever anne92030
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When we change medications you may need to wean of theCymbalta before the new medication so it means a longer time period to get relief
BOB
anne92030 borderriever
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ann55375 anne92030
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anne92030 ann55375
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ann55375 anne92030
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What have you tried to help your depression?
anne92030 ann55375
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anne92030 ann55375
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dondons anne92030
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I'm sorry things are so bad for you.
I've been there myself for a long time all I did was stay in bed, couldn't face doing anything or seeingn anyone and thought I was always going to be in that rut, couldn't see anyway out. I was put into a psychiatric hospital (for the 5th time) I was there for 11 days. Had a really bad time for the first few days (including a suicide attempt) wouldn't talk to anyone and spent most the days in my bed, but as the days went on I guess I'd given my head a wobble and told myself I need to do something. I woke the next day and something had changed, I was on new meds so I'm not sure if they played a part but I just felt more focused, less weight in my mind (if that makes sense) I started talking, I went to the groups and accepted all the help they offered me. I felt almost normal again which was a strange but good feeling.
I've been out of hospital around 4 weeks now and I know it's still only early days but I'm doing so much better, I no longer stay in bed all day, I set myself an alarm to wake me every morning and I get straight up and start my day. I'm doing all housework now, cooking meals, shopping and visiting family etc, and im also able to enjoy reading again now which I haven't done for so long.
If you read or have read any of my posts before you will see what a hopeless case I thought I was. I've had the odd down day but not as bad as have previously been and the next day I tell myself it's a new day and I start again. so I guess what I'm saying is there is hope and things can change. Just hang in there and keep trying and accept all help available to you.
Love dondons x
anne92030 dondons
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dondons anne92030
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I'm on venfalxine, like I say I'm not sure it's the meds, my focus or a mixture of both but things are getting better for me.
I hope and I'm sure you will find the right combination for you.
I sufffered a slight sicky feeling the first few days taking it but it soon passed.
I've tried lots of Meds too (including venfalxine) but at the time I was also taking mirtazapine so maybe the combination wasn't right for me?
I hope things get better for you soon x
anne92030 dondons
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i wish i can have the right med to begin
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