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I feel like crying reading your post. I have been diagnosed with major depression for over 12 years, although I'm sure I had it before then. I became an addict and had to deal with that before I could start to deal with the depression. I've been clean for 12 years now, but my depression is at its worst. I haven't been able to work, my sick leave is running out, and I don't know what to do.
I have a husband and an adult daughter who are as supportive as they can be for people who don't know what this feels like.
After I was diagnosed and got on the right meds (a process in itself), I was able to function mostly well. I am a third grade teacher, and my depression has never kept me from the job (other than a day or two at a time) until now.
My pyschiatrist is trying different meds and says I will come out of this. I just don't know.
Shutterbug is great for this stuff. I know I haven't been very helpful, but I thought I'd share. I'll keep looking for your posts.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carol
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