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10/20/2009 06:13 PM
New to MDJunction but not depression
ees
ees  
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I was officially diagnosed with clinical depression and anxiety in the summer of '87, but I have endured since '82 following my fourteenth surgery. OH!! lol, The fourteen surgeries were for different reasons dealing with hydrocephalus, sorry that I didn't mention that first.
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10/20/2009 06:18 PM  Top
mitzigirl
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Hello EES welcome to our depression group. My name is Viv and it is good to have you here with us.

Sounds like you sure have had your share of surgeries. I can relate to that but mine weren't for the same reason but I have had many surgeries thats for sure.

We have a great group of people here on this board. Feel free to talk and share as we will with you its good to have you here with us..Blessings be with you!

Hugs and Blessings,
Viv

Live everyday as if it might be your last.
Let go and Let God!!!
Be Kind and Compassionate to others.
Understand life can be hard but you can survive it!
Good Friends make all the difference in the World.

Even though I am a leader of depression, OCD and MRSA I am just like the rest of you..I have the problems. I have no medical training.

10/20/2009 08:02 PM  Top
Peace4Rach
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Hi EES, welcome do the depression support group. So sorry you have endured the depression and surgeries for so long. That's alot to deal with and hard to be positive when you are hurting, in pain and dealing with health issues and surgery. Well, you are not alone here in your depression. Hope you find this site a comfort and support to you.
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.

Previous discussions I participated in:
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10/21/2009 01:27 PM  Top
ladyrb
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You know EEss we sometimes make our own jokes about our surgeries to just pass the day to make us feel better. I am glad you are here take care and support is the word here, we all need it and we all give it. Again take care and see you around.
Take Care Lady Rb
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