Depression - Cincinnati,OH

C.,
First of all, I'm sorry you have gone through what you have and it must be very hard on you. Health issues alone can cause depression, not to mention all the other issues you've had to deal with. It's no wonder you feel like you do. You must see a dr. right away and have him put you on an anti-depressant. Tell him how you have been feeling and what you have been dealing with.
Depression runs in my family, unfortunately, and in my early 20's when I was having trouble dealing with it, my mom begged me to see the dr. I described feeling like I was in a black tunnel with no way out. When I finally did see the dr., he put me immediately on an anti-depressant. It does take a few weeks to start feeling better, but trust me, you do start to feel better. You are going through an extremely rough time (and have been for some time) and if it takes getting help, then so be it. You mentioned you have grown children and 3 grandchildren - they LOVE you and need you. Even if you don't feel like doing anything, you have to force yourself to do it. Please know I will have you in my thoughts and prayers and I certainly pray things will start getting better for you.

HI C.,

I am sorry for all the things you have gone through.

Life can be very tough and it certainly affects your mental state of being.

Have you considered babysitting or being a mother's helper?
I know - including myself - a lot of women who could use help and you could make some extra money so you can get a little more motivated and not think of your situation.
Working with children is always something that gets you out of yourself.

There's nothing wrong with medication either if you need it.
It could help you get a "jump start"

Major anxiety and sometimes depression, especially when the weather is gloomy. It is difficult and really difficult sometimes. I try to keep up a happy face for the kiddos but you really have to work hard at it.

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I'm so sorry you have hit such a rough patch in your life. I have little insight as to the feelings of depression and advice. I just wanted to let you know that even in the deepest, hardest times in our lives, people out there love you very much. Your kids and grandkids and husband would be worse for the ware without you. Keep your chin up the best you can and know that God is taking care of you more than you can see. Take care and God bless.

Persons suffering from depression often tend to overeat, exercise less, and end up gaining a lot of weight; thus, depression can become one of the main causes of obesity. Also, obesity in teens and young adults can cause a lot of stress, frustration, and low self-esteem issues which contribute to depression.
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For a time my motto in life was, "and the hits just keep on comin'!" I know that your stress level can cause depression, but so can diabetes or any other chronic illness. You have suffered many losses and it makes complete sense that you would be depressed.

During the time of my greatest loss I just quit caring about anything. I was constantly exhausted, constantly overwhelmed by the slightest crisis, I had chronic headaches, I had a short fuse. I didn't want to go anywhere or do anything. It was too much trouble to bathe. I was put on medication and that was a good thing.

If you have not been put on any medication I would urge you to contact a doctor about anti-depressants. I would also find out if there is a support group that you can find where you can be around people who are going through some of the things you are. It really does help to talk to other people. It gets you outside of yourself. Lots of times a pastor or even a hospital chaplain can help you find support during difficulty. Start sewing again just for fun. Whether you quilt or crosstitch it is theraputic art and will calm you mind. You might even find that you think better when your hands are busy. Even if you have to force yourself to pick up a needle, do it.

During the first part of climbing out of the depression (and it is a climb) it is all about forcing yourself to do the things everyday that people do. Get up, take a shower, make a meal, go for a walk, sew, read, call friends, write letters. On the days you don't want, those are the days that you have to.

I am so sorry for your struggle. You and your husband will be in my prayers.

L.