I just finished reading this by Wil Wheaton. I think that I may need to make an appointment.
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Feel free to reply to any comment by clicking the "Reply" button.I love Wil! I've been SUPER open about my depression simply because I was so ashamed when I first got help. I finally opened up to a coworker and told her my shameful secret that I was on antidepressants. Her response was the best, she gave me a big smile and said "so am I!" And then proceeded to list off 5 other women in our office who were as well. Total lightbulb moment for me.
I have 2 daughters and have been very open with them as well. My oldest is just like her dad and very self confident without being arrogant. I admire her so much! My youngest is just like me and I've been working on getting her in to see a doctor for years! She's 17 now. She did go through about 4-5 therapy sessions but I can't get her to go back and it has been a fight with both her and insurance to get her in to see a psychiatrist. So far no luck on that end and she won't go back to the therapist. She was in therapy in about 2nd grade as well. I constantly fear and worry about her.
Marcie1974
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May 9, 2018
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@Bierbasstard oh gosh I'm so sorry to hear that! My biggest fear at this point is she turns 18 in August and should be starting her senior year next year. I'm so worried she's going to move out and quit school. I had a talk with her last week explaining insurance to her and what happens if she quits school. She was about to respond and I interrupted her saying that means her birth control won't be covered and it will be hundreds of dollars each month. Her boyfriend looked at her and said "that means you need to stay in school." lol
This year she's basically failed all her classes. Was absent enough that the school filed a petition of truancy. She qualified for a diversion program and has to follow a bunch of rules. She was doing good but I found out at a meeting that her dad had been excusing her from school without my knowledge (we had agreed to let each other know if we were excusing her). Thankfully the school made a rule that neither he or I can call her in sick unless she has a doctors note. Friday he called the vice principle and talked her into excusing our daughter!!!
Sorry, lol. I could go on and on.
Please don't be afraid to reach out for help if you need it! The best thing I've ever done for myself was treat my mental illness(es). Therapy and medication have given me my life back.
maritime37
Level 5
May 6, 2018
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There are certain medications I can't take. It's taken two years of working with a psychiatrist to get the right cocktail. I'm a huge believer in therapy though as well. I'd always recommend trying therapy.
Wishing you (and Wil) the very best...success in managing this horrible disease isn't always easy. If you want to share your progress...we'll listen!
LucyLoohoo
Level 9
May 5, 2018
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@Bierbasstard My daughter has depression issues and I know it's never a smooth transition from week to week (or month, etc.) Recognizing that and communicating with family/friends seems crucial. Remember that we can't read your mind ( 
) so letting people know your mood is a kindness. It's a lot easier for us to help when we know which cycle you're experiencing!
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