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05/23/2012 10:41 AM
halfabrain
Posts: 4
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......or at least this is what it must feel like.

48 yr old male, married, with a teenage daughter in college. I have battled depression secretly most of my adult life. Despite my illness I have served 22 years honorably in a reserve component of the military and run a successful business. I am fit for my age with no physical health problems, just a bad brain. No broken marriages, no life tragedies that are unspeakable, just a horrid genetic predisposition to what other people have horrible things cause them to have.

The last two days I haven't stopped crying, and I haven't cried previously since 9/11 except for when my mom passed away.

Really struggling with meds right now and the right mix. Patience isn't my strong suit and I don't have the luxury of checking myself into a happy farm for two months.

So I could really use all of your support and help and I will try to do the same.
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05/23/2012 01:09 PM  Top
Peace77
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Hi And welcome to the Group. I'm sorry, I hear you calling for help and thats a big part of depression. Also trying to find a medication that helps gets so frustrating , its very sad to say the least. Did your Dr. ever talk to you about PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) ? If not , we have several groups on here that explain what it is by video or you can join and they may say yes it sounds like you could have it.

It is very common for military men and woman to get this disorder. And there are some good medicines that make a difference in your life. Please talk to your Dr. about this possibility .

So hold on, no matter what med you are taking , all of them take time to work. We have a Military PTSD Group here also if your interested, you can belong to both or more if you want.

Welcome to MDj and come back and let us know howyou are doing..

Caring ,

Patty

Love and Peace, Patty

"If you planted hope today in any hopeless heart, If someone's burden was lighter because you did your part, If you caused a laugh that chased a tear away, If tonight your name is mentioned when someone kneels to pray, Then your day was well spent."

05/24/2012 01:04 AM  Top
sugarcatgrl
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Halfabrain, welcome and I'm sorry you are having such a hard time. I am also 48, and have suffered with depression since I was 11. Unfortunately, I can't cry when I need to. When I am sleep deprived or in a manic episode (I have Bipolar disorder) I cry from frustration at work sometimes. I Hate that!

I think it's important for you to know that when you get the right mix of meds, you will start to get better. It's a hard road for sure! Take extra good care of yourself!

05/24/2012 03:41 AM  Top
Zetsubou
Zetsubou
 
Posts: 261
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Just wanted to say hi and offer my support.

Depression is hard. It makes everything good in your life seem meaningless, and everything bad all-important. It doesn't need a reason to strike - I'm depressed for no logical reason, as well. But like everyone with depression, I know what it's like to feel like you do. Hope your meds, or anything else for that matter, can help you.

Also not a doctor

05/24/2012 01:49 PM  Top
Peace4Rach
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Hi Welcome Halfbrain. Depression is a struggle and I know I can relate as I imagine others can too with what you are saying. Finding the right meds and accepting depression is not easy. We are all here for similar reasons and to offer and receive support. Hope you will find this group a help to you. Rachele
Having the courage to walk step by step each day.

May the road rise up to meet you
May the wind always be on your back.
May the sun lie warm upon your face.
And until we meet again,
May the Lord hold you
In the hollow of His hand.

Im loving memory of my mom, 2007: My hero, The Wind Beneath My Wings


Peace4Rach-Bereavement and Depression Group Leader
PS: I am one of you and hurt too. Not a medical doctor, so be sure to check with a professional for medical or expert advice.

05/24/2012 02:00 PM  Top
crybaby2
Posts: 17
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Hi I'm new to the group too have suffered from depression forever i will pray for u i hope I am not offending anyone just keep pushing and a will push with u.Smile

05/24/2012 02:01 PM  Top
halfabrain
Posts: 4
New Member
Thank you for all the great support. Would like to discuss meds more. Is there a pretty active forum for that?

Previous discussions I participated in:
VENT THREAD--GO AT IT !! LET IT OUT!!!

05/24/2012 02:54 PM  Top
Peace77
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We can tell you the medicine we take and if it helps us or not. But it's different for everyone, so your best to talk to your Dr. about it. I know I couldn't make it without medication to help me. But you may be different..so make an appt. to see your dr. Hope this helps you some!!

Hugs, Patty

Love and Peace, Patty

"If you planted hope today in any hopeless heart, If someone's burden was lighter because you did your part, If you caused a laugh that chased a tear away, If tonight your name is mentioned when someone kneels to pray, Then your day was well spent."

05/24/2012 05:32 PM  Top
Zetsubou
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What Patty said. There's only so much we can help with in terms of meds, but go ahead and post in the treatments section of the forum - you might find something helpful
Also not a doctor

10/04/2012 09:32 AM  Top
Desacrasa
Posts: 4
New Member
Depression is a illness, a lot of military folks like myself keep secrets like this because of the stigma and potential loss of job. Stay strong.... You've been in a lot longer than me... (I'm almost 6 years Active Duty). My story is long and the stressors the military puts on people like me don't help the situation.

Post edited by: Desacrasa, at: 10/04/2012 09:33 AM
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