PLEASE READ: in wake of the recent suicide of the Male student, I thought I should share my personal story in hopes that it helps even one person. In 2006, a good friends best friend committed suicide and I can remember looking at her and being jealous wishing it was me in the coffin. I wanted to trade her places so bad. Shortly after, I tried depression meds that did nothing for me so I stopped taking them and suffered silently for years. In 2010, I had the third of four surgeries, this one on my neck. After laying in bed alone for a week doing nothing but crying, I finally reached out and called several psychiatrists. I couldnt get an appointment for months. I knew if I waited that long, I might not make it. I called my dad and told him I needed help. He called back in minutes and had me an appointment the next day. That doctor found the right mix of meds that helped me. Within three days, my kids were asking what was wrong with me because I was so happy. Im one of the lucky ones. My dad was the EAP Rep for Ford and had the right connections. Most arent so lucky. There is a big difference between the sadness I feel right now over the loss of my child, which is horrible in its own way, and real depression where you dont see a way out, you see no hope, you believe that you are doing others a favor by ending your life. Ive endured both and believe me what Im going through now is far easier than the other. However, there is hope. There are hundreds of different medications out there. You have to find the right ones and the right doctor. Depression is NOT in your head. You can NOT cure yourself by thinking positive thoughts. Depression is real. Ask for help and keep asking until you feel better. Please!!!
Posted on: Sat, 19 Apr 2014 19:10:51 +0000
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