Depression - This is my story and this is why I am here

Good on you for taking charge of your life and making some changes. I understand a lot of what you've been through, my Nana suffered from Alzheimers for many years. She developed it after my grandad died, when I was five, and slowly deteriorated until she had to move into a home because she couldn't look after herself. But the time I was ten, she didn't know who me or my brother were anymore, and by a year later had forgotten who my Mum was and couldn't even hold a conversation with us anymore.

She eventually passed away when I was sixteen from a stroke, which came as a slight relief as she had seemed so distressed for so many years while suffering from the Alzheimers and had become dangerously thin from struggling to eat.

It's been ten years now since Nana passed away but I still have fond memories from when I was very young and she was still well.

I also understand what you've been through with depression. I suffered from depression six years ago, after my first relationship fell apart, and my best friend moved away to go to University. I didn't know how to deal with it at the time, and was in denial about what was happening as I thought people would think me a drama queen. After many months of not sleeping well and being severely unhappy, I managed to work through it with the help of good friends, and have learned to love life all the more for having had to go through depression for almost a year.

So yeah, don't lose hope and remember there are a lot of people on this site here to support you when things get tough.

Brother, I am sorry for everything. I cant even imagine what you have been through. You are a very strong person and will get through it. I believe in you. I can tell you this. Give this site a chance. There are so many amazing people on here that really care and will be there for you.

I myself have been through a great deal and was blessed with some amazing support from complete strangers who reached out to help because they have hearts of gold. Il keep you and your family in my prayers.

Also, I added you, im in Texas as well if you ever need a new friend. Take care and God bless you. If you ever need anything, just let me know.

Wow, life has thrown you some curve balls......so glad to see you finding your way again! Depression is a hard topic and a harder fight....thank you for sharing your story!

You know, the fact that you can be honest with yourself and others about your journey to "recovery" (which is what I call mine) just says how serious you are now. Once you can admit to yourself that you need to change, and then are determined to do so...THAT, my friend, is where the change happens. We're on similar paths, and I hope we can support and encourage each other along the way. You're doing GREAT so far! :-)

Wow - life really has been hitting your hard lately. But I love that you are hitting back! I admire your honesty and opening up here. We all have demons, so please know you are not alone. Gonna add you

I'm sorry you've had all of this crap flung at you, life tends to pile on the problems before letting good things happen. My maternal Grandmother has Alzheimer's and the hardest part isn't watch her decline, it's watching my mom and her siblings watch her decline. I can't tell you it gets any easier. I've watched my grandmother repeat stories, forget English and go back to French only (she was born and raised in Belgium), and forget who we all are. The best part is when it seems they have nothing left that is them, there are sometimes glimmers of that person that shine through. They'll laugh, make an facial expression you know well, breathe in the fresh air, or get a kick out of an old song. If you have any questions about what we've been through with Alzheimer's, please feel free to send me a message. And good luck with your journey here, it is worth it, you are worth it, and remember that giving up is NOT an option.

edit: I should mention that my grandmother is probably on her way out soon, she's stuck around a long time, she's in her 80's and her birthday is next week, and it's okay. It'll be hard for my family, but passing away is normal and reminds us to celebrate life.

wow. thanks for sharing. your new found attitude is very inspiring. i'm sorry for everything that happened especially about your mom. i cannot begin to imagine what that feels like. i am so glad you have found some strength to pull through and i am so glad your sister was there to help. i'm adding you now and I am here for u if u ever need to talk or vent ((hugs))

Wow, is all i can said.... Very inspiring story