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Just cannot shake this depression
Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Dec 25, 2025 | Replies (18)Comment receiving replies
@suzleigh
Thank you for caring and sharing.
I know I would never commit suicide (unless I had some awful disease like ALS and that would be physician assisted type action). I have a strong reason - I was divorced when my children were 5&6. Their father had many issues that became profound and when my kids were young adults he committed suicide. Just seeing how this impacted my children and his siblings and parents made me realize I could never do that to them.
As to the day suggestion, I have 2 dogs and one is a rescue recently adopted who has had a hard life and so he is my “project” and I wouldn’t want to be gone that long.
Thank you again. Hugs back!
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@wisco50 In addition to your history of depression and seasonal affective disorder (SAD) you identified some major losses and changes in your life. If I had a grandchild with the diagnosis you indicated I believe I'd be in a constant place of anxiety and depression.
Losing two beloved pets in a short period of time is something I've experienced. It's taken me quite some time to considering adopting again after such loss. I love that you took on a rescue dog that you are committed to as a "project". There were many times I did not feel I could take on the day but my dogs expected me to keep up their routine. So, of course, I did.
Do you see a mental health therapist? Here is the thing I like about mental health therapy. When I find someone I connect with - and this can take some trials with different therapists - I feel safe, heard and not judged.
Who do you talk with about your mood, anxiety, and your losses?