https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/depression/i-need-help/m-p/573872#M51421 <P>I’ve been really struggling lately. I’ve been having h to lights of suicide and manic depressive episodes. This all only started when my mum and my grandad got sick and nobody believes that I’m struggling because my brother had diagnosed depression and adhd. I can’t function anymore and I need help, does anyone have any tips on this or any coping strategies to help in depressive episodes&nbsp;</P> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:32:47 GMT youdepressedmate 2023-09-05T09:32:47Z https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/depression/i-need-help/m-p/573872#M51421 <P>I’ve been really struggling lately. I’ve been having h to lights of suicide and manic depressive episodes. This all only started when my mum and my grandad got sick and nobody believes that I’m struggling because my brother had diagnosed depression and adhd. I can’t function anymore and I need help, does anyone have any tips on this or any coping strategies to help in depressive episodes&nbsp;</P> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:32:47 GMT https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/depression/i-need-help/m-p/573872#M51421 youdepressedmate 2023-09-05T09:32:47Z https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/depression/i-need-help/m-p/573881#M51423 <P>We often realise how vulnerable and exposed we become when our elders decline or struggle with their health.<BR />Can you turn to other relatives for support and assistance?</P><P>If not an option, then perhaps you could speak to your GP who might be able to refer you to the appropriate medical care for them to help ease your burden and give you time to recover yourself.</P><P>Of course, you might also want to discuss your own mental anguish and see what support you can get as well.<BR />There is help available so try not to tackle this alone.</P> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 10:32:34 GMT https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/depression/i-need-help/m-p/573881#M51423 tranzcrybe 2023-09-05T10:32:34Z