Realised I have an issue

[Madkeen]

Yesterday I had a bit of a realisation, I don't want to be clinically depressed, but probably could be and need to do something about it before I push my family away. I think I've been in denial for a long time. I Have been thinking about recent behaviour from another perspective and it became obvious. I've been having problems for a while and not wanting to admit that i could have a problem and not be a overly talkative person about my feeling. So here I am, Looking down probably long but hopefully successful journey.

[BballJ]

Hi Madkeen,

Firstly, welcome to the forums. Well done for posting and realising that you may need to seek help.

Depression is a big beast to battle but one that when battled long and hard can be overcome. You said yourself you are looking at long journey and I do not want to sugarcoat it, it is a long journey but one that can be completed.

Are you going to speak to a GP about how you are feeling and possibly look at seeing a psychologist? Personally I have battled anxiety for around 10 years and it wasn't until I started seeing a GP and psychologist I started understanding it and learning how to cope and deal with it.

There are many great people on these forums who have battled depression, who I hope will jump in and give you advice as well.

Also, please know you can call the Beyond Blue helpline on 1300 22 4636 24/7 to discuss anything you are feeling.

My best for you,

Jay

[geoff]

hello Madkeen, it is undoubtedly sad when depression hits anyone, but when we try and believe that it's just been a bad period where nothing has been right but tomorrow it will much better, and when it's not then you begin to know that you have depression.
All it will take is for something to go wrong before you realise that being in denial isn't helping you in any way, and once you can accept this then treatment can begin.
I too was in denial for a long time refusing to believe that I needed any help, because I thought I could handle this by myself, how wrong I was, I needed help, depression will only hang onto you as long as it wants to unless you start by contacting your doctor.
Once you can accept the fact that how you have been feeling is the first step to getting treatment, and I hope that you can stay with us, so that we can help you as much as possible. Geoff.

[Madkeen]

Hi Bballj, yeah spoke to my doctor a little while ago. Want to try a few things before I go back. Then I will see what he has to say and go from there. Thanks for support and will be on here a bit from now I think.

[BballJ]

Hi Madkeen,

I understand, all in your own time. Please, these forums are here whenever you need them, I do recommend getting involved and speak to people who are suffering from depression, knowing you are not alone and being able to relate to people in similar positions as you can help as well.

My best,

Jay