How does one learn to function with multiple mental health problems?

I feel alone in the world, I only have a disabled daughter , all other family are dead or overseas. I am 65 but looking back I think what a wasted life

@lostnconfused
You are not alone. Many suffer as you do (me included). I have no one but my teen son who has some special needs and my dogs/cats.

Have you ever thought to get a pet for daily companionship? I don’t know what I would do without my pets. I love them so much and they love me❣️🐾

It is good to avoid too much social media and news because it can make everything worse. Do you listen to any music, or read? Do you take relaxing baths with candles? Any small thing you can do each day for self care is good. I take one day at a time and do the best I can.

My hope is you have a counselor and psychiatrist you can do telehealth sessions with. Medication has helped me at least keep my head above water. I also have spine issues and chronic pain that makes every day challenging (I am disabled).

I hold on to my faith that gives me daily hope.

My first question is if you have sought professional help. There should be no reason why you can’t. Don’t worry what others will think about it, if they find something wrong with it, you can write them off as the loser they are. A psychiatrist can help with meds to lift your mood and stabilize your emotional stability. I’ve been seeing a psychiatrist since I was in my early thirties (and should have started much sooner), as I was raised in a very abusive household. I suffer from depression, anxiety and PTSD. Psychiatric care literally saved my life, as I had the pills and a tall glass of water right in front of me.
Once you are doing better, I really recommend that you find a way to keep your mind busy. It could be a hobby, going to a support group for those with anxiety or depression, or for those who don’t have loved ones near them. Getting out of the house as often as possible - even if it’s just to walk in a mall. Volunteering is good for the soul. We are social creatures, being isolated always causes emotional distress. I know you have no motivation and only want to sleep - been there, done that - but you need to push past those impulses. I know it’s not easy, but it’s the only way out of the hole you are in.

If you do get help from a mental health provider and feel you cannot afford it, there are always mental health centers in your area. They typically work on a sliding scale based on your income. They will have psychiatrists or specially trained psychiatric nurse practitioners who can prescribe medications if they feel that would help you. Please take this first step to get help.

Ive had pests in the past but when they died it broke my heart and i cant go through that again. I am not on social media much nor do I watch the news. It all makes my mental health status worse!!!! I don't bath at all when i do it’s a shower. I listen to music but very seldom. Im usually sleeping and wake to go to bathroom and get a snack but within an hour or two back in bed. Im always tired! Feeling heavy.
Had a therapist and psychiatrist but i have a bill at the clinic so i can not see them until i can make a payment which I cannot now because I’ve had to stop work and Medicare has been taking huge deductions from my monthly benefits. I couldn’t afford to purchase any of my meds today for lack of funds! I’m so tired of fighting. I just want to give up! This is why I sleep to avoid these types of things!

I have an outstanding bill and the clinic won’t let me see them. I can’t even afford my meds!

I had a therapist and psychiatrist but the clinic I was using will not allow me to see them anymore until I pay on my balance. I cannot pay. I can’t even afford my meds.

Is this a mental health center that won’t see you?

@lostnconfused
Are you on social security disability? Have you tried to qualify for Medicaid and supplemental income? You should be able to get help with medications and medical bills but it requires some work in your part. I know it is hard to do when you are struggling with a lot.

You really need help to process everything from teen years through loss of mom and pets through present. Medication and therapy is critical for you to get you on the road to brighter days. It is hard work but worth it. I have been dealing with many health issues, chronic pain and major depression for 2 years (couldn’t get out of bed but I am a single parent of a teen and I have no family/friend support) and just starting to see a glimmer of hope. My one medication was increased recently (bupropion) and it is starting to seem to make a difference. I have tried so many different medications and it has been trial and error and you need to be patient.

I feel the same way. I feel there is no hope for me. I get more depressed everyday and can barely function. I have tried counseling, medication, IOP and now I am trying ECT. I don't want to die but can't endure living.