Dysthymia & Depression

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For much of my childhood and young adulthood, I suffered from depression. Although I did have some periods of major depression, the bulk of the time my depression was a type called dysthymia. Dysthymia is a low-grade form of depression that lasts at least two years, with symptom free periods...

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Mara
Thursday, January 08, 2009 at 10:55 AM

Hi Deborah,

I've suffered with major depression or dysthymia for most of my adult life. I've been on almost every antidepressant there is, and have and am in therapy. Do you feel better? I never feel happy. Hardly ever. Can it ever stop? It feels so physical to me - there is nothing immediately going on that I feel that I have to "fix". I just don't ever feel great. I can so relate to your story. I just recently quit a decent state job (administrative) that I hated (there 16 yrs.)- and finished my MSW. Hard, but I did it! Do you feel happy? Sometimes it's better, but doesn't last....it's so hard. Can you give my any advise? I feel so lost with this.

Thanks for your piece. Helped me to not feel so alone.

Mara

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wisepossum
Friday, January 09, 2009 at 05:28 AM

I fully understand the feeling of being sad .It is almost as though you are afraid of being happy because you dont want the lows to occur. The highs are fantastic you can take on the world but when the lows hit wow watch out world. Tai chi and yoga are great exercises to take up in this time because it helps with the anxiety it also teaches discipline when kaos is all around. Keep a journal of your moods that helps. also just doing something u really love to do like soaking in a bath. Pamper yourself . keep tell yourself it will pass. it is only a moment in time. Talk to a friend.

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Mara
Friday, January 09, 2009 at 05:43 AM

Thanks ...that helps. I've been thinking of doing meditation too...

Mara

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Mara
Friday, January 09, 2009 at 05:43 AM

Thanks ...that helps. I've been thinking of doing meditation too...

Mara

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Joel
Sunday, January 11, 2009 at 03:57 PM

I understand how you feel I was also in depression for about 2 years and no anti-depression pills ever helped me, these pills only get you worsed. After getting mad with these treatments I said there must another way to cure this problem during my search I found that the only one who can cure my depression was Jesus Christ I decide to serve him and guess what my depression got away!!.

Jesus helps you get in touch with your inner you so you can think better, here is a good website that will guide you to free yourself from depression with Jesus Christ.

Website: My Own Depression

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Mara
Sunday, January 11, 2009 at 07:12 PM

Thanks Joel for your suggestion. It's good to hear that others understand, and have found ways out of this horrible problem. Depression can be just so difficult, so thanks, and I'm glad that you are doing well now.

Mara