Depression

[Marilyn]

Donna, we've been through tough times and economic downturns before. We'll be fine through this one. We need to lay up our treasures in heaven anyway where neither moth nor rust can destroy, nor theives break in and steal. (Matt. 6:19).

We need to focus on all the love in our lives. Our families, our friends and look for the positives all around us. Sometimes we just need to not read the news, turn the channel and look for another program on TV. It's not worth all the worry.

Matt 6:34 says, "Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble."

Even God tells us to take it one day at a time.

We're all in this together and are here to help each other out!! Hope you are able to find the help that you need.

[DianaB]

I forgot to add that I'll be praying for you, Donna.

[Ponyup]

Donna, I can't remember whether or not you work, but my work insurance covers unlimited sessions at certain places for therapy. I only have to pay a co-pay. If you do have insurance maybe you can speak with your HR about it.

[Janet]

I went to our counties mental health clinic and it was so much cheaper. A matter of fact, I told them I had to pay for it with my paycheck, it was based on salary) because I didn't want my husband to know I was getting counceling (I was young). I think I paid $10 an hour and it was soooo worth it.

[donna1990]

Originally Posted by Ponyup

Donna, I can't remember whether or not you work, but my work insurance covers unlimited sessions at certain places for therapy. I only have to pay a co-pay. If you do have insurance maybe you can speak with your HR about it.

I don't work and my ins. is $550 a month, $2,500 deductible and 8/20.
I have paid $5,000 out of my pocket this year so now it covers 100% but starts all over in Jan.
I have been on Projac for years, would be nuts without it. Depression runs in my family too.
I appreciate all of your thoughts and prayers.

[judy]

Originally Posted by donna1990

I don't work and my ins. is $550 a month, $2,500 deductible and 8/20.
I have paid $5,000 out of my pocket this year so now it covers 100% but starts all over in Jan.
I have been on Projac for years, would be nuts without it. Depression runs in my family too.
I appreciate all of your thoughts and prayers.

Depression can get you hard. It also runs in my family. I was in a really wonderful place in my life last year when I realized I was depressed. I just couldn't believe it! I reminded myself that it's genetic and went to my doctor, who prescribed a second antidepressant or me (I was already taking one). When I last saw him, I asked him if he thought the two medications were still okay. He said that's the way it is supposed to be treated - with a combination when it's genetic.

Maybe you need the same kind of treatment I'm on. I have learned not to feel responsible for it or that I'm using a crutch. Life is way too short to be depressed if medication can help.

I love the article Diana posted. What a great way to look at it.

My prayers for the best outcome for you Donna.

[2tiredmom]

Hope you get to feeling better soon. I know it's no fun being depressed.
Your in my prayers.

[HALEY]

Donna, so sorry your feeling depressed, but i'm not far behind you, been depressed since they cut my hours, and not certain were going to recover from all this mess our country is in...
anyways hope you are feeling better today.. today is another day...
You'll be in my prayers...

[Nina]

I am sorry that you're feeling depressed, and I can totally relate to you. I think someone mentioned health problems, is that what is making you depressed?

I have had issues with depression the last few years due to health problems. I have been taking Paxil for awhile now, and that helps so much. I honestly didn't even realize I was depressed at first, but my family and my dr. saw it. I didn't even want to try the Paxil, I just didn't feel that I needed it. But, I gave it a try and what a difference! Now I can look back and realize just how depressed I was. I still have times when I feel down, but times like that don't last long. I try to find the positive in everything.

If it's not too personal, can I ask what health problems you are having? The reason I ask is because there are many good online support groups where you can talk to people who feel as you do. I have Crohn's Disease, and I joined a support group/message board. I got to know several women my age, and I found I had alot in common with them, and we were all having basically the same health issues. Now we have our own small group, and we have talked on the phone, sent books and cards to each other, and just supported each other through the bad times. There is one woman who doesn't live too far from me, and we are planning to have lunch together sometime soon.

If you ever need to talk, just let me know. I know how it feels, and it helps if you know you're not alone. Take care.