Seeking advice on current situation

[Mangogango]

Hi all, my current situation is kinda of a dilemma for me so I was wondering if there were other ways to tackle it that haven't been known to me, I currently dealing with chronic depression for the majority of my life, 20s btw 😄 well anyways I need to seek help to get on anti depresssions but had an issue with my old GP and honestly a terrible experience so I was looking into going to another GP but anxiety is hitting hard and I was wondering if there was a way to get a new prescription without having seen a GP in person, I just can't bring myself to go down there, I have no support system and don't drive, honestly I tried the whole no pill thing for a good amount of time and I've come to conclusion for myself at least that I would need a support system for that or a non-abusive household.

Also a bit of back story on family issue which honestly seems pretty doomed, Mother is a malignant narcissist, and my older sister is an undiagnosed schizophrenic, that yell cries every day, the icing on top is that they both are pathological liars and I just can't tell what is the truth most of the time so yeah, my sister also enables my mums abusive behavior which honestly is pretty defeating because my sister has also been abused by her, anyways how would you all tackle that drug issue and if you would like how would you deal the family issue.

[Sophie_M]

Hi Mangogango,

Firstly, welcome to the forums! It sounds like you’ve been going through a really difficult time but have made some great steps in getting some support despite some struggles along the way. We think sharing this here is a wonderful thing to have done. Our welcoming community are very understanding, and many will have some perspectives and experiences to share with you once they spot your post.
 
In regards to your family, we'd recommend reaching out to 1800RESPECT to get support with this. You can contact them on 1800 737 732 and they also have webchat here. They are experts in supporting people who are experiencing abuse and will listen in a kind, understanding and non-judgmental way.  

It sounds like it's really having an impact on how you're feeling day to day, so please know that there’s always someone here for you to talk it through with. The Beyond Blue counsellors are available 24/7 on 1300 22 4636 or online, here.   

We’re sure we’ll hear from our lovely, supportive community soon. We are here to support you and you are not alone. Thank you so much for sharing here.

Kind regards,  

Sophie M 

[ecomama]

Hi Mangogango, welcome to the forums. 

Your thread starter post seemed really stressed out. 
You can always phone the Beyond Blue Helpline for some support and guidance about accessing a new GP and any other questions you have. 

e_Headspace is another avenue. I believe they support Youth until 24yo. You can text write to them over the internet. 

About medications for depression, you will have to see a GP and answer some pretty easy questions to possibly be prescribed any meds for it. 
You don't have to return to your old GP. 

You could do a Google search of GPs near accessible public transport for you, then go from there. 

You asked how I would deal with the family issue? ... I would move out and did at 18yo. 
I'm not saying ALL your problems will disappear if and when you move out but making plans to move out could give you a light at the end of the tunnel feeling.

Best wishes
EM