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KU777Senior Contributor
Hi, I’m new to the forums!
I’ve got severe depression and it all started two and a half years ago! My life has been turned upside down by this illness. I’m wondering if anyone else has had to give up their career because their depression is so severe. Also, what do people do with their lives? I’m stuck between suffering and not being able to work.
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AdorleeVoisineCasual Contributor
When you are experiencing the effects of anxiety and depression, life seems as though it is moving in slow motion and you are inside watching it all go by. When someone gets to the point of being unable to function in their normal everyday activities, it is time for anxiety depression treatment. The side effects of anxiety and depression can be scary for those who have to endure it. In depression, the term day dreaming takes on a whole new meaning. A person's ability to concentrate becomes next to none during a severe depression and could be costly if that person is driving or operating heavy machinery. One can natural ways like trying therapists, counselors, etc. or can consult a psychic like Voyante Sérieuse(martine-voyance.com/qui-suis-je) if left with no option. Psychics also help people come out of problems of depression, stress, anxiety, fear of loving again, betrayal, etc.
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mentalgirlNew Contributor
Hi,
I have been depressed since 11 and am now nearly 21. I have now gotten to a point where I graduated university and now have no job or purpose. I have gone down hill very fast and am struggling to continue on. Two years ago I was fit as and healthy and had motivation and now I am struggling to wake up
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Unknown userMember
Hey there @mentalgirl,
Thank you for sharing, I am sorry to hear you are going through a tough time at the moment. It sounds like you are going through some changes and it's all a bit confusing. I am wondering whether you have a GP that you feel comfortable talking to? It may be worth while just having a chat to a GP about the changes in motivation that you mentioned, they would then be able to support you in figuring out where to go next.
In the meantime you should try and do something nice for yourself tonight. What do you usually enjoy doing ? Even binge watching a Netflix series can be exactly what we need sometimes.
All the best,
Turquoise.
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EndureNew Contributor
Today I missed 3 pills as I just returned from a trip for one and forgot that i didnt Have any.
Instantly I want to it tree. I drag my self for my drugs. Drag bawling eyesthrough woollies for necessities.
This makes me think I can't be that bad.
Crawl into bed and cry. No selfworth. I'm fat ugly worthless. No kids. Thought all I'd need is a partner to grow old with. That's gone too ....nothing matters but my cats that i rescue...only thing that keeps my reason alive...me alive
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janojasNew Contributor
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