deekay’s Profile

Close Depression

I guess I've suffered depression all my life...and the only reason I say this is because of reading about it and hearing people's stories....I've never been diagnosed, and except for self medicating (NOT recommended) which I stopped nearly 30 years ago, I've never been treated for it. But I seem to have all the symptoms. Of course not every day is bad....but I seem to have more than my share of them, and I go through periods where just functioning is a challenge; leaving the house is hard...

Treatments

Positive Thinking Somewhat Helpful

I try this more now that I'm older. It's more a matter of changing perspective and finding out what's really important...don't sweat the small stuff, that sort of thing.....it works more than it used to lol....

Psychotherapy Not Working

I finally figured out that this was not the answer for me, simply because just talking about a problem wasn't enough. I know that goes against conventional wisdom, that it's helpful to talk things out, but I never felt it to be so. Maybe I just haven't found the right doctor.....

Support from Friends & Family Somewhat Helpful

this is mixed....while I get along civilly with my family, they're really the last ones I can go to about my life and problems. Sad, but true. I do have friends who can identify with me, and that's a big deal. My family has no idea...they think it's as simple as telling yourself to snap out of it......

Wellbutrin Not Working

Actually I was prescribed this during one of my attempts to quit smoking. My anxiety level shot up so bad I was smoking 3 times as much! So I stopped taking it...can't see how that would help with depression. (btw I finally DID quit the cigs...almost 3 years ago now