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Depression and Anxiety for a new immigrant

Shannon611
Community Member

Hello everyone,

I have been working and living in Australia for more than 7 years. Recently I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety. Before coming to Australia, I had a great job with stable income. However, I lost that security once I reached Australia. I am working in the university as a tutor with very low income. I also have a young school kid. Being here with no relative and closed friends, we feel extremely lonely. My son's father also lost his good job and become a driver in Australia. My son was an accident and because of the accident I married his father. Our marriage doesn't go well either. I never feel happy for the past 7 years, and I lost all my interest and motivation to work and eat. I cannot sleep at night. At the moment, my GP refers me for psychotherapy with a mental health care plan. The symptoms of depression make me feel very scary.

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blondguy
Champion Alumni
Champion Alumni

Hello Shannon611

I am sorry to hear what you are going through for so long. You have done well to be seeing a GP and well done to you. The symptoms of depression are scary...I have had depression for many years and I feel your pain.

If I can ask you....does your husband support you with your depression?

It would be great if you could get back to us and let us know how you are going

Kind Thoughts

Paul