Quote From: sumaskyHi I'm a huge fan of Dr Phil and figured I'd come see what the site was about. I don't know if there are others from Australia that come here but I am looking for support. I find it hard asking for help but prefer to give than recieve.
I was diagnosed when I was 16 years old (now 25) and most people around me think I should be "over it". I'm anxious posting where I dont know anyone but then I've been anxious & down since Thursday morning when my stepdad left us - just another nail into my coffin of depression :( he never said goodbye to me or say he'd be in touch. It was just like "losing" my "father" all over again. All I've been able to do is cry or avoid talking about it. Dunno if this is the sort of stuff I'm supposed to talk about here but I'm always willing to listen to anyone.
cheers sumasky
There are a few of us Aussies here and everyone here is lovely, willing to help and listen. They would have carted me off ages ago if it wasn't for the friends I have here. They aren't just friends, they are as close as family some closer.
Most people who don't understand depression think you should just get over it. Or it is a terrible mental illness. It is a chemical imbalance in the brain controlled by the right meds.
I have genetic clinical depression and I am stuck with mine. Mostly it is manageable on a low dose med and not a problem until the last few years. This board kept me sane until I was back on track.
I am loved, encouraged and welcome here as are you. So stay awhile.
Hugs,
Karen.
