Been to the G P

[chazbomb]

well I plucked up the courage to see the GP today and they have confirmed by fears.....I am depressed. Have been crying over the most stupid things, couldn't find DS school jumper sent me into floods of tears. Just feel I can't cope with everyday things I NEED to do! They have started me on anti d's.

I have a great husband and 2 healthy boys so why I feel like this I'm not sure. dS has problems at school and is going to see a psychologist re possible ADHD, I beat myself up about this as I really feel I've failed as a mum, is it something I did or didn't do!
Really hope I feel better soon for my husband and kids sake! I must be awful to live with!

There doesn't have to be a reason to be depressed.... it can just happen, your brain chemistry goes awry and there you are. Don't feel guilty or ashamed, you wouldn't if you'd just found out you were diabetic would you? It is an illness like any other.

Has your GP suggested any form of treatment? ADs? CBT or counselling? Exercise?

My tip would be to try and have a simple routine to your day including a few mood boosting things - like a little walk, or a really good mug of hot chocolate.

You have have better before, you will feel better again.

No she didn't mention any other treatments, I'm on citalopram 20mg. Have taken one and now feel really sick!
Will try going for a walk and the hot chocolate sounds good but can't face anything at the moment!
So tired i could sleep for a week but have a 2 year old to entertain!

Citalopram is a good start... it will start to make a difference after a fortnight or so and be up to full whack in a few more weeks if its right for you. Im sure the sick feeling is more san emotional reaction, which is understandable in the circumstances. If it doesnt help then there are other AD options to try.

If you think youd like some talking therapy you can get referred on the NHS so get back to your GP. I guess it depends on whether you feel its chemical or talking about the stresses might help.

Do you have any RL mum friends to talk to? Youd be amazed what people are dealing with under the surface, they might well understand.

Well done you! I struggled for years with PND/anxiety issues before seeing the GP. Best thing I did really. I am also on Citalopram 20mg per day and it has really helped. I noticed a dif after bout a week. The sickness and extreme tiredness will go. Good luck.