Stay in Bed.

[CRSeaside]

All I want to do is stay in bed. Pathetic right?

[Naturally_happy]

I know my situation is not as complicated as everyone here. I had an injury that left me unable to walk for more than 10 minutes. I was so depressed that i didnt want to live even though i had a child that i knew loved me. I was so desperate that i drove myself to the dr even though i was not physically capable. Even pressing on the gas was painful.
The dr put me  on antidepressants which helped A LOT FOR A YEAR. After visiting many drs in 3 different states they found the problem.   i finally had surgery . i continued taking antidepressants but overall i was feeling worse everyday. i was switched from Pristiq to Prozac and that was when all hell broke lose!
The dr tried to switch me from one medication to another but  My body could not take it. i had an overdose. That was enough for me! Prestiq + prozac.
I decided to take charge of my life ( i have a beautiful daughter) and a husband that is waiting to file for divorce bc of my emotional state of mind. I  started reading a lot. I found out about SAM-e ( natural compound in ur body) that has been use for depression and anxiety.  It is sold over the counter even though in the rest of the world u find it as a prescription only!
My mood is fantastic. Im calm and at peace.
So far things ate going well, and if he feels like leaving now, i know i will be ok
.I believe this compound has HELPED A LOT AND I WANT OTHER PEOPLE TO GET HELP AS WELL!
Good luck!
I also exercise everyday (RUN RUN RUN)and take aminoacids, 5htp, valerian root
I MADE A PROMISE... if i got out of this dark hole, i was going to post my story everywhere!!!
By the way, i also have a mother with same issues. I go to counseling and READ A TON looking for solution and for people's comments about what has helped them.

[Mozxanax]

I know what you mean...I'd love to have a day here and there where I just stay in bed and do nothing unless nature calls. I do sleep late st times. It's complicated because it leads to further depression if done too muvh. Our body doesn't get the chemistry adjustment we need from movement. My biggest issue is my Dachshunds need me. I have together up and let them out to potty, and feed them and be with them. All dogs are needy but Dachdhunds have a way of guilting you like no other species I know. I know if I got out and walked them more it would be good not only for them but for my own chemistry, but I dread it. I dread the inevitable meeting someone and just having to say hello how are you is exhausting to think about. The depression and anxiety have taken their toll on my looks do I also don't want to be seen by the neighbors. Even when I force myself to shower and groom I end up looking an ugly mess. My dogs are so sweet and they get the short end of the stick because of me. That adds to my guilt and depression. Oh how I long for the safety of the bed to let my mind stop ruminating and besting myself up with my thoughts. The worst is in the morning when I wake up. My self hatred and hopelessness kicks in immediately. I wouldn't talk to my worst enemy the way I do to myself. And then the thought of having to drag myself to the bath and seeing where I've let housecleaning ho and everything is just as cluttered and messy as I am inside...it's hard to want to even desire to take a shower and even try another day. Anyway, my response really is no, it's not a bad thing to stay in the security of the bed from time to time to let the exhaustion and the mind get away. If you have the means and time and font have two demanding Dachshunds I actually recommend it at times. Don't feel guilty for the desire....it's not laziness or even running away from problems at times so much as allowing depression's depletion on the mind, body and spirit to take a hike. Hope this helps.

[4Maddie44]

I wish I did know the right thing to say.  Far from it.  I wish I could support others more.  Even if I help one person just a little, I am glad.  I have had depression for so long, it is part of my life.  Although I stopped taking anti depressants a few months ago, I know that after 20+ years depression will always be lurking.  I am so very much better, but of course I am scared I will go down hill again.  It is a daily struggle.  I know how you are feeling.  

[CRSeaside]

Thank you. You always know the best thing to say.

[4Maddie44]

You can't help having depression.  Bed is a safe place to be.  No it is not pathetic to seek the security of your bed.  

Take care.