No one to talk to.

[allaloneami]

I have a daughter and a husband living in the same house as I,but am unable to discuss my worries with them. My husband  derides me and my daughter has a type of depressive disorder herself. How do I cope with everything alone? No friends, no one...Husband an addictive personality, with no ones interest but his own. I'm 63, no siblings, cousins,anyone. pleae tell me what to do...

[oldhaus]

Do things, get out, talk to people, even us... consider professional help if you can. Get a new hobby, take a class, even if you watch something on you tube to learn, or join an MOOC class, they are free!  (google mooc)

IMHO
JLH

[sara12345]

Yes, to the advice that Gretta gave you.  You could also just volunteer a couple times a week.  That is a good way to make friends too.  Also senior centers usually have events that are usually free. It's very important for you to get out and meet people.  It's not a good idea to depend on 2 people in the world for your companionship who may not be the best with their capabilities.  There are many other people out in the world who feel exactly like you do or sincerely want to have more friends.  

And medhelp is a place for support, but it is no substitute for people in the flesh.  What if you get sick and need some help?  And there is nothing like a person you are talking to in person.  Don't depend on this website instead of getting out in the world.  And of course feel free to discuss anything on this website where people do care.

Obviously you haven't been anywhere for a long time, so it may be difficult to get out, but please, give it a try.  There are other people there who are also very nervous, even if they don't show it.  The more you do it, the better it will get.

Also I hope that your daughter is getting treatment for her depression.  Has she tried various anti-depressants?

You take care.  Let us know how you do.
Sara

[mandy876]

I can understand where you are coming from.  I too have no one to talk to.  but I got on here and I have so many wonderful friends that really care. if you need someone me are someone will be around t talk to you.  never feel you are alone again.  you have just made some good friends.  mandy876

[Gretta96]

You can tell this forum what's going on, or you could find a therapist to talk to.  
I know it's hard to make friends it seems, the older we get.
Do you go to church?  A lot of churches have tons of social groups that get together to discuss certain topics.  That's a way to meet people.
You could get a part-time job to meet people.
Remember to have friends you have to be a friend.