Posted by TexasChic on April 30, 2004, at 10:20:46
In reply to I just don't know, posted by tamdon on April 30, 2004, at 5:02:13
Hi tamdon. I'm sorry you're feeling so bad, but I can certainly relate. Depression is a physical illness, and you can't 'will' yourself out of it. Your family is simply uninformed, which unfortunately is very common. But depression affects your mind and your body, making it difficult to have much of a life. Are you seeing a therapist? That, along with the correct medication has been my lifesaver. Try not to get discouraged and keep trying with the medication. If it helps, alot of us here have been through the medicine merry go round and understand how truly frustrating it can be.
I have cared for my Grandmother for the past 6 years, and it does help to help someone else. But there were times when I was completely overwhelmed by it, so I would think that idea over very carefully. You may need to just concentrate on you for now, and there's nothing wrong with that.
Hang in there and write us back so we know how you're doing.
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