Discussion & help on depression & mental health related issues

seems ages since I posted but everything seems an effort lately. hope everyone is ok. not in a good place at the moment feel so weak and tired, can't even think what to type sorry.
 

Suffered with depression for about 6 years now. At the moment I've started a new job, got a great girlfriend, doing well with football. For the first time in years I actually feel ok in myself. I've been through tough times, money wise, socially and constant injury with football. To some people that may the norm however when suffering with depression/anxiety it seems like the end of the world. I've had the suicidal thoughts, I know what its like when there seems no way things can get better but if your reading this and really struggling then believe me there is always a way of things getting better! Never give up and as hard as it is try gain some motivation doing something to keep yourself occupied. Something as small as changing your diet can actually make a huge difference. Great therapy that work for me was exercise. Something like going out on a bike for 20 minutes a day, stick some headphones in and just cycle and really push yourself. I'm not here trying to gloat or anything I just want people to know I've been through the horrendous times and things can always get better! Keep your head high, surround yourself with good people and stay active. Never let depression get the better of you!

If anyone wants to talk about anything message me, more than happy to listen and try help in anyway I can.
 
kithnou said:
How was the weekend?
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weekend was ok, glad I went but it was a struggle, we came home a day early couldn't handle the pain and discomfort. on the plus side I enjoyed the music, the sun and even managed 4 pints in 3 days lol. Teresa looked after me so well I don't think I would have managed without her. just felt so drained and empty since we got back, the building work in the house isn't helping. today seems a little better but not much. got the espanyol game sun and I am a bit apprehensive but it's a family day out so I will be well looked after.
 


I lost another friend to suicide yesterday (3 in 4 years). We had lost touch over the years, but remained friends on Facebook. I worked with this guy at my very first job back when I was 18 (Now 32 years old). We had a lot of good times together but our lives ultimately went separate directions. For some reason this passing weighs heavy on my heart and mind. I sincerely wish I could be there for everyone who's going through a rough spot. I'm there in spirit and sending positive thoughts.
 
think i'm losing it lol, was getting ready to go to goodison on sunday to watch espanyol. not only got the day wrong but also the date. didn't even know we were playing tonight till 5 min before ko. I seem to be all over the place at the moment, not sleeping right and both my support workers are on holiday till next week. just feeling so low with the monotony of everything, anti depressants don't seem to have kicked in yet.
Geri's goal was good tho took my mind off things for a while.
 
I've started to suffer the symptoms of a particular form of cancer, I don't want to go into too many details unless it's a false alarm. I've looked on the cancer research website and my symptoms do very much apply to this sort of cancer. I am probably going to go to the GP next week, it's one of those things that you can never really get you head around. I never thought I would have these health issues at my age so I don't really know how I'm going to deal with a possible serious physical illness as well with other mental health issues.
 
JelavicBrate2 said:
I've started to suffer the symptoms of a particular form of cancer, I don't want to go into too many details unless it's a false alarm. I've looked on the cancer research website and my symptoms do very much apply to this sort of cancer. I am probably going to go to the GP next week, it's one of those things that you can never really get you head around. I never thought I would have these health issues at my age so I don't really know how I'm going to deal with a possible serious physical illness as well with other mental health issues.
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Speak to the GP before worrying too much mate. Often, symptoms that have been looked up on google can be misleading, and it's easy to diagnose yourself with the worst case scenario.


I'm not trying to give false hope, just saying that Google and feeling ill aren't always the most reassuring bedfellows. Nevertheless, see your GP.
 
JelavicBrate2 said:
I've started to suffer the symptoms of a particular form of cancer, I don't want to go into too many details unless it's a false alarm. I've looked on the cancer research website and my symptoms do very much apply to this sort of cancer. I am probably going to go to the GP next week, it's one of those things that you can never really get you head around. I never thought I would have these health issues at my age so I don't really know how I'm going to deal with a possible serious physical illness as well with other mental health issues.
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Yes, as Groucho says, Dr. Google is not much of a help when there's no official diagnosis. Let the professional assess your situation & take it from there.

Good luck. ;)
 

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