I'm drained. I'm so overwhelmed. I'm broke. Before you suggest going on antidepressants - I am allergic to all of them. My doctor has prescribed every single med trial possible. There are no other doctors, counselors that are different from what I am seeing and I can't afford extra.
I want an out and I can't do this anymore. Mom is now getting treatment at Sloan Kettering in NYC which is like over an hour for me. I have no life. I have no ability to drive certain distances either due to my agoraphobia.
I have been crying for over 5 days straight. My eyes are so puffy and my head has been pounding for days now.
I feel so alone. Guess I'm just venting. :(
Maggie, I'm an author/columnist and filmmaker/editor and work from home as well as in various locations. I had to take this time to help my mom out as I did with my dad a few years back, to which unfortunately, he died.
Blannie, thank you for being so compassionate.
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The other good news is that you are NOT alone! You've got a whole support group here that understand the kind of frustrations you're going through. So vent away when you need to!
Set very small goals for yourself about getting your life back. Can't drive? Walk half a block to start. Get out a little bit day by day. Find something you enjoy - videos, books, puzzles, online games, whatever. Spend some time doing that. I'm sure you'll get lots of other good suggestions, so I'll stop. Here's a BIG hug for you!!