Can't cry anymore

Hi everybody,
Some months ago I've already posted something about my depression and problems. It got better and I thought that I might be over it, but right now everything's getting worse again.

The thing is that something bad happened again and now I'm not so sure if my depression is over. I have to add that I've never seen an doctor/psychatrist because I'm afraid of the result and how my family is going to react.

So, my problem is that I just can't cry, no matter how much I'd like to. I really feel the urge to just cry all night long because this feeling inside is killing me and it hurts so much, but tears just won't come.

Has anyone experienced this before and knows why it is like that?

All the best!

Hi,

This is just a suggestion, but perhaps you could find someone you could talk to about your feelings of depression and not being able to cry. A therapist, someone at your church if you go to one, or a good friend. It's helpful to let the feelings out. I know for myself if I leave them trapped inside my head they just get worse.

There are also some self help tools at the beginning of this message list. Some of them have helped me a lot. The e-couch from Australia has been particularly helpful.

I wish you good luck!

You are not alone in your feelings.

Life is like a rollercoaster, up and downs. Depression for most of us comes and goes and each time it is a small battle.

Coping skills are best way I know off to get through theses times.

Peace
Trina