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Posted 9/11/2015 8:35 PM (GMT 0)
I knew I had depression and I thought I had it under control no meds just will power until recently. I had a thought in my head that would not leave it was unfounded and un true I discussed it once was not good. most of the time the thought would disappear once I talked about it not this one. well things started getting tense around the house her working 15 or more hours a day not home even thou home mentally challenged child sever back problems
. I'm getting frustrated mood changes so I self medicted a bottle my thoughts came out and out the door I went. how do I explain depression, mood changes my unjustified thoughts she just wants answers.
Posted 9/11/2015 9:04 PM (GMT 0)
She may want answers to your unjustified actions as well as the rest. I hope you make an appointment with a mental health professional. I've found will power doesn't work on my depression any more than it works on diarrhea. What I mean by that is, as long as everything is working properly, I believe I have control. But let a disturbance beyond my control come along and the world turns to, well, you get the idea.

Self medicating is never a good idea. Get the guidance you need and perhaps, she will be willing to listen to explanations.
Posted 9/11/2015 10:51 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Snowswhite,

Welcome to the forum. Pitmom is right, self medicating is never a good idea. Do talk to a professional. It could really help the situation.

I think once you get things under control you will be able to explain better. When we are in the grips of depression, we don't see things objectively so it is hard to explain. Make sure she knows you want to work on things. See a doc and try to take things one day at a time.

I wish you the best.

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 9/12/2015 4:49 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome to the forum.

Depression is an illness, just like any other chronic condition. Needs to be respected and treated as one.

Coping skills and medications together can balance your emotions and help reverse your negative thought patterns.

PLEASE call your doctor, let them know how bad you feel, get an appointment, be 100% honest. Try the medication, get it adjusted as needed, keep in close communication with the doc.

If you do not have a doctor, get one.

If needed, go to the ER or a crisis center. You are not thinking straight. You are worthy of care, the negative thought loops are NOT correct. You are NOT useless. You ARE loveable.

Peace and strength
Trina
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