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In reply to the discussion: Chronic Depression [View all]

Locut0s

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4. Holly shit are you sure we aren't brothers?...
Sat Nov 23, 2013, 02:44 AM
Nov 2013

I'm 31 been depressed and anxious my whole life and also living at home with my parents. Quit university 5 or 6 times to the point where it's a mess and I wonder what's the point. Worked retail jobs off and on over the years. Like you I feel semi suicidal at times, especially these past few months since I last quit school again. I also know what it's like to want to turn to the bottle, it numbs you so you don't have to think about your failures and don't have to face the darkness, but it makes the depression worse!! If you can stay away from the alcohol please do. I've seen 3 psychiatrists and been on several different meds over the years. Make sure you go see the psych, it may not help a lot or it could make all the difference in the world. You don't have much to lose by going! We are here to support you! PLEASE PM me if you ever feel the need to talk, I can VERY much relate with what you posted. I too feel like a huge failure and "what's the point to it all anymore".

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