Depression and my life (possible trigger

iVillage Member
Registered: 02-04-2005
Depression and my life (possible trigger
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Fri, 02-04-2005 - 3:32pm

Hi. I am new to this site. I am 24 years old. I was diagnosed with depression approximately 3 years ago, although if I sit and think about it, I'm sure I have had it a lot longer than that.

I had a very traumatic childhood. Then got pregnant at age 17. Now I am married with 2 stepchildren.

Everyday normal activities often seem completely and totally overwhelming to me.

I'd like to find some friends who can understand my depression because I really don't know anyone who can truly understand me.

If you'd like to chat with me, I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks!!!

iVillage Member
Registered: 04-07-2003
Fri, 02-04-2005 - 4:07pm

Welcome to the board,

iVillage Member
Registered: 08-29-2003
Sat, 02-05-2005 - 1:07pm

hello jade. i just read your post. i am 36 years old and have suffered from depression, on and off, for pretty much my whole life. i am going through a real bad depression right now, and i would love to chat with someone who understands what it is like. i am married and have 2 stepchildren, my husband does not understand depression at all, and actually makes me feel worse every time i am real down. i am completely stressed by normal everyday activities, and i am finding it harder and harder to just get through each day of work. i have been calling in sick alot lately, because i just want to stay home alone and sleep. if you want to chat, please respond. thanks.

tamara